HR Specialist
Website West Chester Township
Director of Community Services (Public Works)
West Chester Township
The Position
The professional selected for the Community Services (Public Works) Director position will
be responsible for planning the future of West Chester’s infrastructure. The Community
Services Department is responsible for maintaining 225 miles of Township roads, 300,000
square feet of Township facilities, and over 400 acres of recreation space. Our residents
and businesses support high quality public improvements, and the CS Director is
responsible for ensuring Township roads, parks, cemeteries, and other public facilities
meet the community’s high standards.
The CS Director reports to the Township Administrator and oversees a department of 35
employees supported by a Roads and Maintenance Superintendent and Assistant
Superintendent. The department is unionized, with 23 employees represented by AFSCME.
The CS Director is responsible for developing short-, mid-, and long-term goals for the
department based on analysis of the current state of Township infrastructure and expected
future needs. Maintaining positive, cooperative working relationships with other entities
such as the Butler County Engineer’s Office, utility providers, developers and neighboring
entities is essential to the success of the department and the Township.
The CS Director must possess strong financial skills and is tasked with making fiscally
sound recommendations to Administration regarding infrastructure projects. The CS
Director prepares and monitors the department budget and providing management
oversight for all functional areas within the Department, including these key essential
duties and responsibilities:
- Relationship Management: Coordinates interactions with the Ohio Department
of Transportation, the Butler County’s Engineer’s Office, the Butler County - Transportation District (TID), and other entities required to perform the functions
- of the department.
- Employee Development: Evaluates development needs of department employees
and creates career development plans in conjunction with department supervisors - and HR.
- Citizen Engagement: Ensures high level of service to West Chester residents and
business owners. - Employee Relations: Maintains constructive relationship with union and
encourages open communication with all levels of staff. - Infrastructure: Is a strong advocate for the Township when designing, bidding,
constructing and accepting public infrastructure projects. - Private Development: Works cooperatively with other departments and
government agencies to inspect and approve private development plans. - Budgeting: Prepares and presents Capital Improvement Budget for Township
infrastructure improvements and department equipment needs. - Contracted Services: Manages contract with outside vendor for facility
preventive maintenance programs and janitorial services.
Requirements
The minimum qualifications for this position include 5 years’ of progressive responsibility
with a township, county, or municipal public works agency or a private development or
construction firm. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering,
Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field of study, five (5) or
more years of executive level experience, management in a union environment, and experience
working for or with public agencies. Advanced education, management certifications or
extensive experience in the field may be substituted for education and/or experience.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for West Chester’s next Community Services Director will be a
dynamic, progressive, and experienced professional. He or she will be a strategic thinker
and an effective communicator, at ease articulating difficult topics and interacting with all
levels of the organization. The CS Director will have a community- and business-friendly
attitude while always considering the impact of each decision on the organization’s
operations and finances. He or she will be a visionary, able to analyze the current state,
anticipate future needs, and propose creative approaches to department and
infrastructure related challenges. The ideal candidate will be honest, accountable, and able
to take personal responsibility for his or her actions. West Chester’s next CS Director will
be fully versed in public works operations and inspire confidence in the Township’s
partners.
The Community
West Chester’s Community Services Director will have the exciting opportunity to serve
Ohio’s largest township and “One of America’s Best Places to Live.” West Chester is
committed to superb customer service with an emphasis on integrity, fiscal responsibility
and open communications. It is a lean and fiscally sound government known for providing
exceptional services to a vibrant community.
More than just a sleepy suburb, West Chester is a sophisticated community with a diverse
and vibrant local economy and urban energy fueled by first-to-market dining and
entertainment venues and great events.
West Chester hosts two outdoor summer concert series, a weekly farmers market, national
sporting events and several summer festivals.
West Chester’s strategic location, customer base and access has also attracted unique
commercial investment that adds to the local economy, inspires visitor traffic and adds to
the quality of life.
West Chester maintains more than 400 acres of recreational space catering to active and
passive park enthusiasts and benefits from the services of MetroParks of Butler County.
MetroParks manages another 430 acres of recreational space in West Chester at the Voice
of America Park.
West Chester is served by the Lakota Local Schools with an enrollment of nearly 17,000
students in 22 buildings. Lakota Local Schools ranks among the state’s top school districts
for academic excellence.
West Chester provides an exceptional quality of life for residents and has been recognized
five times as one of “America’s Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine. In 2016, for the
fourth consecutive time, West Chester ranked among the top 100 cities of populations
ranging from 50,000 to 300,000.
Compensation
The expected hiring range is $95,000 to $120,000, depending on qualifications, with an
excellent benefit package. Service credit may be considered.
Housing/moving assistance negotiable upon offer.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through the West Chester Jobs Portal.
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. The position is open until filled.
1st review of applications – Monday, November November 25th
1st round of interviews – the week of December 2nd
2nd round of interviews – the week of December 16th
Questions
Please direct questions to West Chester Township Human Resources at
HR@WestChesterOH.org or 513-759-7213.
To apply for this job please visit westchestertownshipoh.applytojob.com.