Are you a self-driven leader with extensive experience in infrastructure, public works, and utilities? Do you excel in team leadership, strategic planning, and project management? If so, apply to be Port Arthur’s next Director of Public Services / City Engineer! We seek a collaborative leader who is dedicated and poised to improve the City’s infrastructure, including streets and utilities, experienced in developing staff training and mentoring programs, and an excellent communicator and collaborator, both within the department and organization-wide.

Port Arthur sits right on the Gulf Coast, offering easy access to beaches and waterfront activities. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the beauty of coastal living, with endless opportunities for fishing, boating, and beach outings just minutes away. As such, it may be surprising that this city of over 57,000 has a relatively low cost of living compared to nearby areas -- housing, utilities, and groceries tend to be more affordable, making it an attractive option for people seeking budget-friendly living. A strong, tight-knit community, Port Arthur is friendly and welcoming, with numerous amenities -- including a regional airport -- that make it a great place for families, on-the-go-professionals, and retirees.

The Director of Public Services/City Engineer in Port Arthur oversees the Department of Public Works, the Department of Utility Operations, and the Department of Engineering. This includes street maintenance, drainage, traffic control, water and sewage treatment, and engineering for the City. It also coordinates and collaborates with other departments and agencies. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, the new Director of Public Services / City Engineer will manage policies, procedures, and operations for public works and utilities; plan, manage, and complete over $100 million in drainage projects; develop and administer the department’s budget, ensuring efficient use of resources; prepare the groundwork to initiate the creation of an asset management system; and navigate and confront the challenges related to aging infrastructure and the funding gaps required to address them.

Required qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering, engineering science and mechanics, or a related engineering discipline
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible public service administration, engineering, or public works experience
• Texas Registered Professional Engineer’s License (six months for reciprocity or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Valid Texas Driver’s License

Preferred qualifications include: 
• Education & Training: Public administration training through coursework or continuing education
• Expertise: Public works, utility operations, civil engineering, project and budget management
• Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in public administration, engineering, or a related field
• Residency in Port Arthur is preferred but not required

The salary for this position is $181,886 to $226,720 DOQ.

Please apply online.

For more information, contact:
Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President
MarshaReed@governmentresource.com
806-789-9641

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