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March 19, 2024 By Admin

Public Works Manager -Town of Preston, CT

Town of Preston, Connecticut (Pop 4,788)

Public Works Manager Search

We Invite Candidates to Apply for the Public Works Manager Position

The Town of Preston is located in New London County in the southeastern region of Connecticut. This semi-rural town is 31.3 squares miles in area, with commercial activity centered on a few small retail centers along the major roads. Preston has successfully retained the small-town charm that is missing from most modern suburbs, including keeping its working farms and plentiful open space. 

The local government has been actively involved in projects to enhance the quality of life for the citizens, that share the commitment to the future.  This includes the plan for the large Preston Riverwalk Project planned for across the Thames River from Mohegan Sun.  This development will be a non-gaming destination and is planned to include outdoor and indoor attractions, hotel and retail space, restaurants, housing, a marina, RV Park and more. See full Profile for more information about this and other projects.

The First Selectwoman is the Chief Elected and Chief Administrative Officer of the Town. She works with the Board of Selectmen to develop policy direction and approve the budget that is then sent to the Board of Finance and finally to the Town Citizens. The First Selectwoman appoints the Public Works Manager.

The Public Works Manager is responsible to develop, manage, supervise, and direct the programs and activities of the Public Works Department in the functional areas of road, sidewalk, bridge construction and repair; transfer station management; vehicle equipment maintenance; building repairs, storm water drainage/flood control management; emergency storm and snow removal by public works staff and contractors.  The Manager supervises crews on assigned projects or activities of a public services nature.  Please see Profile for a list of exciting projects in the Town of Preston which will require the Manager’s guidance and leadership.

Qualifications:

The qualifications required would generally be an Associate’s Degree or Advanced Technical Education with 5-10 years of construction, highway maintenance, project management and Municipal Public Works experience especially winter operations, and supervision; or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

Special Requirements:

· Must have and maintain: CDL B License.

· Must get and maintain: Transfer Station Operators Certificate within 6 months

· Must get and maintain: American Traffic Safety Services Association Flagger Certification within 6 months

· Must obtain and maintain: Tree Warden Certificate within 6 months

Compensation and Application Process

The Town of Preston offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Town provides a generous benefits package which includes health insurance with only 6% employee contribution for employee and family, dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave as part of Paid Time Off. Additionally, the Town provides a defined benefit pension plan through the State of Connecticut known as MERS

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Ms. Randi Frank (Contact information below). If you have more questions about the position and salary please contact Ms. Frank. CLICK HERE FOR FULL PROFILE To apply now please submit your cover letter and resume to Ms. Frank. The position will remain open until filled; the first screening date is April 15, 2024.

Ms. Randi Frank, Randi Frank Consulting, 7700 Hoover Way, Louisville, KY 40219

[email protected]  www.randifrank.com   203-213-3722

Ms. Randi Frank

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