Director of Public Services

The Town of Rockport is seeking a Full-Time Director of Public Services. The Director of Public Services is a highly skilled, licensed, and proactive position which serves as the chief administrator and professional engineer responsible for the design, planning, operation, and maintenance of the Town’s entire public infrastructure. This leadership position reports directly to the Town Manager and plays a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of essential community services, including public works, wastewater, harbor, buildings and grounds and parks and recreation. The position requires proficiency within many civil engineering disciplines, including infrastructure and site development, construction management, stormwater management, wastewater management and facilities management. Responsibilities include directing of, or the hands-on preparation and review of, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; site inspections and reporting; assisting and advising departments and regulatory authorities; and the approval of permits and applications. 

The successful candidate must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department and town staff, property owners, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other members of the public; considerable knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply the modern principles and practices of civil engineering and construction, particularly as it pertains to municipal infrastructure including pavement systems, stormwater management, storm sewer collection/treatment, as well as buildings and facilities; ability to recruit, train, and supervise subordinate personnel effectively.

The candidate must possess a four-year college degree in civil engineering or related field, stormwater program management preferred, plus at least five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  In addition, registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maine is required as well as a Valid Class C driver’s license in good standing.

The Town of Rockport offers an excellent pay and benefit package. Salary compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

To be considered for employment with the Town of Rockport applicants must complete the Town’s Application for Employment along with a resume and a cover letter to employment@rockportmaine.gov

The Town of Rockport is an Equal Opportunity Employer