Published date: May 12, 2026
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First Review June 1, 2026, Open until filled |
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| Salary Information: |
$90,000 – $114,505 annually |
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| Description: |
Required Water Certification Applicants must hold an Oregon Water Distribution System Operator Level II certification or higher at time of hire, or hold a current out-of-state water distribution certification that is eligible for Oregon certification by reciprocity through the Oregon Health Authority. Position Overview The City of North Plains is seeking a Public Works Operations Manager to lead day-to-day field operations across water distribution, streets, stormwater, parks, facilities, and grounds. This hands-on operations management position directly supervises four full-time Public Works crew members, with potential oversight of temporary or seasonal staff. The position coordinates daily work, sets priorities, supports emergency response, oversees contractor and vendor work, and helps ensure safe, reliable, and efficient service delivery. North Plains is a small city in Washington County, Oregon, with a population now just over 4,000 following several years of residential development. As that growth stabilizes, the City is shifting its Public Works focus toward long- term infrastructure preservation, maintenance, and reliable service delivery. The City currently contracts out a sizable portion of Public Works work, but is focused on building an internal team with the capacity, skills, and systems needed to perform more Public Works functions in-house over time. This position will focus on day-to-day Public Works operations, crew supervision, work planning, and field coordination, allowing the Public Works Director to focus on department administration, long-term planning, capital projects, emergency management, regulatory coordination, budgeting, and broader City priorities. Application Materials • Completed City of North Plains employment application • Cover letter addressing the supplemental questions • Veterans preference form and supporting documentation, if requesting veterans preference A separate resume is not required, but is encouraged. The completed City employment application serves as the primary application document and should fully describe the applicant’s education, work history, certifications, and relevant experience. Submit all required materials to hr@northplains.gov. Equal Opportunity and Veterans Preference The City of North Plains is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law. Veterans preference will be applied in accordance with Oregon law. Applicants requesting preference must submit the City veterans preference form and required supporting documentation with their application materials. Recruitment Process Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment checks, which may include a background check, driving record check, reference checks, and contact with past supervisors. Finalists will be asked to sign any required authorization forms before those checks are conducted. Applicants selected to move forward will be contacted regarding next steps. Applicants not selected to move forward will be notified by email. Applications received by June 1, 2026 will receive first consideration. The position is open until filled. How to Apply Full recruitment materials, job description, and application instructions are available on the City employment page: https://www.northplains.gov/government/departments/human_resources/job_opportunities.php |
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Key Responsibilities • Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate assigned Public Works staff. • Plan, schedule, assign, and oversee daily work across Public Works service areas. • Support water distribution operations and related documentation. • Coordinate contractors, vendors, inspections, right-of-way work, and small operational projects. • Evaluate staffing levels, workload, equipment needs, training needs, seasonal demands, and service capacity. • Support emergency response, on-call operations, safety, accountability, teamwork, and consistent service delivery. Minimum Qualifications • Water Distribution II or higher at hire, or eligible certification by Oregon reciprocity. • High school diploma or GED.• Five years of progressively responsible public works, utilities, construction, water distribution, or related operational experience. • At least two years of lead, supervisory, or crew coordination experience. • Valid Oregon driver license and ability to meet City driving standards. • Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 12 months of hire and remain eligible to operate CDL-required equipment, including compliance with DOT medical qualification and drug/alcohol testing requirements as applicable. • Ability to perform hands-on field work, read plans/maps, operate equipment, respond to emergencies, and work outdoors in varied conditions. Full Description PDF: |