The City of Brownsville, Texas is searching for its next Director of Engineering and Public Works to support the direction of a game-changing city. With a cohesive City Commission and an engaged ONE City organization that believes in collaboration internally and with community stakeholders, Brownsville is taking advantage of its unique assets to realize the unlimited opportunities that can be leveraged to enrich the lives of its residents. Brownsville is a city of strong historical and cultural significance, as well as home to an authentic community. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Brownsville’s population for 2000 and 2020 was 139,722 and 186,738 respectively, an increase of 34 percent. Even during this period of rapid growth, Brownsville has retained its identity and historical significance.
The City of Brownsville is in a transformative period driven by significant public and private investments such as the expansion of the Brownsville / South Padre Island International Airport and recruitment of a new airline, creation of a NewSpace City, the success of the Port of Brownsville, Downtown Revitalization, and quality of life enhancements. The ideal candidate for Director of Engineering and Public Works aspires to be a model of innovation, inclusion and empowerment who enables bold people and ideas to thrive. The Director will be a participatory leader: a results-oriented, relationship-building, self-aware team player who also possesses high integrity, and respect, who fosters trust by building relationships with tolerance, patience and support in order to provide the best value in service of the citizens of Brownsville.
The Director of Engineering and Public Works is responsible for planning, directing, managing and overseeing the activities, projects and operations of the Department, including but not limited to Engineering, Public Works, Streets & Drainage, Traffic, Landfill, Stormwater, and Environmental Compliance. Additionally, the position supervises the inspection of construction projects performed by contractors for compliance with plans, specifications, and City standards.
The minimum requirements and experience for this position include:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or similar is required.
• A valid Professional Engineering (PE) License issued by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers is required within one year of start date.
• A Master’s of Science (MS), Public Administration (MPA), or Business Administration (MBA) degree is preferred.
• Six (6) years of progressive experience with increased responsibilities in engineering and public works management including: Public Works & Engineering Operations, Streets and Drainage Maintenance & Operations, Traffic Operations, Environmental Compliance, and Transportation Planning.
• Preferred Licenses: Certified Floodplain Manager and Professional Traffic Operations Engineer.
The annual salary range for this position is $150,000-$195,000 depending on qualifications.
Please Apply Online.
For more information on this position, contact:
Marsha Reed, Sr. Vice President
MarshaReed@GovernmentResource.com
806-789-9641