POSITION: Public Works Director Provides leadership and strategic direction to the Public Works Division. Sets and provides recommendations to the County Manager and Board of County Commissioners for the strategic direction of Public Works to maintain and enhance the public infrastructure and resource management services to the citizens and visitors of Montrose County. DUTIES: * Develops objectives, strategies, plans, policies, and programs for the County's Public Works Division. Establishes the strategic direction for Public Works in alignment with the Countys strategic priorities; ensures all Public Works staff is aware of their roles in performance measurement and achieving strategic priorities and facilitates the reporting on performance measures to County Management, including the Board of County Commissioners (BOC* Provides strategic direction, oversight, program evaluation and budget administration for all Public Works programs. Works with Public Works staff to develop and implement program objectives. Analyzes services and programs to determine goals, staffing needs and budget requirements for existing and new programs and services. * Directs and supervises Public Works personnel including scheduling work assignments; hiring and training employees; reviewing work progress and completion; providing recommendations regarding employee job performance; conducting performance evaluations; recommending salary adjustments; counseling employees; and ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, standards and guidelines. * Please see Company's website for full description. REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar degree from an accredited program * Minimum of five (5) years of management experience in a city or county Public Works Department including direct supervision of staff/teams, or equivalent private sector managerial job experience. Demonstrated experience in project management of large scale public works and/or road construction proj* Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. * Subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen. WAGE: $4,475.35 - $5,265.11/ Bi-weekly (Depending on experience) BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and Retirement options. SHIFTS: Full-time - 40 hours per week * Ability to work evenings or weekends on an as needed basis. JOB SITE: Montrose, CO APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply' to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).