What are the responsibilities and job description for the Municipal Public Works Director position at City of Glasco?
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
The City of Glasco is seeking a dependable, motivated, and organized individual to serve as Public Works Director. This is a full-time position responsible for overseeing the City's public works operations and maintaining essential City infrastructure and services.
The Public Works Director will oversee and coordinate the maintenance and operation of the City's:
- Water system - Wastewater/sewer system - Electrical system - Streets and alleys – Sanitation Services – City pool – Cemetery – City buildings, grounds, equipment & vehicles.
The position is responsible for supervising public works team, planning and prioritizing work, coordinating projects and repairs, maintaining equipment and supplies, responding to emergencies, completing required reports and regulatory paperwork, and communicating needs and recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The Director will attend City Council meetings and other meetings as needed and will work closely with City employees, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
The successful candidate should have strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and the ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies. Public works, utility, construction, mechanical, maintenance, or supervisory experience is preferred. Municipal experience is helpful but not required.
A valid driver's license is required, CDL preferred, but not required. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Kansas Class I Water Operator certification and Small Systems Wastewater certification within one year of hire, subject to applicable certification requirements.
The position involves hands-on maintenance and equipment operation as well as supervisory and administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate must be dependable, willing to work as part of a team, and available to respond to emergencies and weather-related situations when necessary.
Salary: Dependent on past experience
Benefits: City pays 100% of health premium (Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas), KPERS retirement, paid federal holidays
Schedule: Full-time; rotating weekend chores paid as overtime ( 2hrs/day), and emergency response when necessary paid as overtime.
Candidates must live within a 20 minute drive of Glasco City Limits.
Full job description can be requested by calling City Hall 785-568-2705 or emailing glascocityclerk@twinvalley.net
Applications and/or resumes may be submitted to:
Mail: City of Glasco PO Box 356, Glasco, KS 67445
Email: glascocityclerk@twinvalley.net
Application deadline: October 23, 2026
The City of Glasco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Expected hours: 40.0 – 45.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32,500