Published date: March 28, 2024
Position is open until filled – next review April 11, 2024.
Hood River County is seeking a Public Works Director to administer, plan and direct the activities and staff of the Public Works Department.
This position reports to the County Administrator and is a key member of the County’s Management Team. This role is responsible for a public works budget of $11,324,304 across all public works funds and currently oversees the staff and operations of Hood River County Public Works team. The County is seeking a leader with strengths in long term financial planning and complex project management and delivery due to the need to update county facilities, programs and practices. Example projects include Courthouse replacement program development and financing, updating equipment replacement and reserve policies/program; updating roadway design and construction standards, bridge replacement planning and financing, and asset management and operations.
Qualified applicants will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, construction management, engineering or related field. They would have 8 years of progressively responsible public works experience including supervisory experience. During the work experience, the qualified applicant will have gained knowledge of principles, practices of public works department functions to include, budget administration, engineering design and permit review, and compliance with federal, state and local requirements. A solid background in personnel management and ability to effectively present information and professionally respond to questions from elected officials, groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public both orally and in writing are required.
Hood River County was established in 1908 as the thirty-fourth county in the State. Named for the Hood River, a tributary that flows into the Columbia River, the 534 square mile county is the second smallest County by land area in Oregon. The County’s population is about 25,000 and the local economy is based on agriculture, tourism, industry and services.
Hood River County is a scenic wonderland of natural beauty just 60 miles from Portland. Residents and visitors are drawn to the year-round outdoor recreation, dramatic vistas, excellent school system, historic landmarks, and an amazing community and organizational culture. Hood River County is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful counties in Oregon, boasting an exceptional quality of life.
Salary depending on experience: $92,649/year – 148,334/year
Applications: Applicants must complete a Hood River County application. Job packets may be accessed on line at www.hoodrivercounty.gov, Services – Employment Tab. Completed applications may be returned electronically to cheryl.berger@hoodrivercounty.gov, mailed to Hood River County Human Resources, 601 State Street, Hood River, OR. 97031