JOB LOCATION
15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $230,000 annually.
The Director of Public Works plans, coordinates, administers and directs the operations of the Public Works department. The director utilizes asset management principles and practices to oversee the city’s facility and transportation infrastructure. The position provides the highest levels of customer service by fostering positive relationships with internal and external customers and city leadership.
The Public Works Department is comprised of approximately 383 full-time employees and an approved FY24 operating budget of $73,053,005. The Public Works Department is responsible for providing a variety of infrastructure services to Aurora residents and visitors. Service programs under the management of Public Works include Engineering, Facilities, Streets, Traffic, Real Property, and Parking and Mobility.
Specific responsibilities of the department include: planning, survey, design, and construction management of capital improvement projects on behalf of the city; maintenance and cleanliness of all public streets, alleys, and municipal parking areas; maintenance and repair of city buildings; design, installation, operation, and maintenance of traffic control signals, devices, and markings; support of all city land property transactions; and to ensure that all roadway and utilities infrastructure projects are constructed to meet or exceed the city standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or directly related field, is required.
Eight (8) years of progressive experience and responsibility directly related to public works with an organization and community of similar size and/or service level.
At least five (5) years supervisory/managerial experience in an organization of a similar size and/or service level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Essential Personnel:
This recruitment is being managed by executive search firm, CPS Consultants. To apply to this exceptional opportunity, click the following link: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2330.
For additional information about this position, please contact:
CPS HR Consulting
Kylie Wilson, Principal Consultant
kwilson@cpshr.us
Website: www.cpshr.us
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
