Published date: January 14, 2026
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| Closing Date: | March 31, 2026 | |
| Salary Information: | $107,742-$144,385 per year. The City of Independence offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its employees. This includes 100% city-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families on select plans. The City also provides life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance at no cost, with optional voluntary life coverage for employees, spouses, and dependents. Retirement benefits include full participation in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), with the City covering the entire contribution. Additionally, the City funds HRAVEBA accounts to help offset medical expenses and offers generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. Employees can also choose from a range of supplemental benefits such as identity protection, trauma, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness coverage. Wellness is further supported through 24/7 access to an on-site fitness center and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP). | |
| Description: |
The Public Works Director oversees all aspects of the city’s infrastructure and essential services, including engineering, water, sewer, stormwater, streets, facilities, and equipment maintenance. This role requires a balance of technical acumen and strategic vision. The Director leads a team of skilled professionals, develops and manages budgets, ensures compliance with state and federal standards, and represents the department at public meetings and intergovernmental collaborations. This position also serves as a trusted advisor to city leadership, providing data-driven insight and fostering innovation in public works operations. Reporting to the City Manager, the Public Works Director is a highly responsible executive level position and a key contributor to the City’s management team. The Public Works Director performs complex managerial and professional work in planning, organizing, directing, and overseeing the operations of Independence Public Works department to maintain the quality and safety of the City’s infrastructure and to deliver associated programs and services reliably, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The director provides leadership and strategic direction to the department, coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies, and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager. PDF Description: |
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