Deadline: September 27, 2024
Position Summary
The position serves as a Director of the Public Works Department which includes supervision and administration of the department. Duties include overseeing road infrastructure, parks, yard waste recycling, winter maintenance, traffic signal maintenance, storm sewer system infrastructure and other related infrastructure. Experience with GIS, grant writing, grant management, community outreach, and long-range planning is required. The Director represents the Township at various outside agencies such as PADEP, PennDOT; planning agencies, such as Tri- County and Cumberland County Planning Commission, Harrisburg Area Transportation; as well as other municipalities.
Required & Preferred Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Construction iron metal or other related – Management, Public Administration, or similar field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Public Works or Engineering.
- Knowledge of road maintenance, stormwater infrastructure, construction safety, environmental laws, and public rights-of way.
- Knowledge of maintenance programs & operating and capital budgeting.
- Experience with direct supervision of staff and team management.
- Knowledge of Department of Environmental Protection and PennDOT regulations as they relate to Public Works operations.
Preferred
- Experience in securing grants and other funding opportunities for infrastructure, parks, traffic upgrades, and transportation needs.
- Experience in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with Boards of Commissions, Township staff, the community and public.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
How to Apply
Go online to: www.latwp.org
Under the “Information” tab, click on “Employment.”
Please submit Cover Letter, Resume and signed Job Description to:
Lower Allen Township 2233 Gettysburg Road Camp Hill, PA 17011
Attn: Human Resources Department or e-mail dpaul@latwp.org
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