DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
City of Richland, WA

First Review: April 20, 2024
Salary Range: $125,053 - $175,075 annually DOQ

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The City of Richland is seeking a Deputy Public Works Director for this thriving city of 64,706 in southeastern Washington located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima Rivers. Richland is known for its friendly community, low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and 300+ days of sunshine each year. The City serves a population of 64,706 across 40 square miles with a budget of $358 million and a team of 591 FTEs. 

THE DEPUTY PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR 

Reporting to the Public Works Director, the Deputy Public Works Director performs difficult professional work planning, organizing, and directing the assigned personnel, resources and operations within the Public Works Department. The Public Works staff is dedicated to providing customer-friendly service while maintaining the City's public infrastructure. The department operates with a 2025 budget of $97 million and a team of 120 FTEs. Operating divisions include Administration and Engineering, Solid Waste, Streets Maintenance, Wastewater/Stormwater, and Water. Direct reports include the Water Manager, Wastewater/Stormwater Manager, and Solid Waste Manager. 

WHY APPLY

This is an exciting career opportunity for a seasoned local government leader or an experienced manager of a large division who is ready to take on a broader leadership role in a large and complex public works department. Under the leadership of City Manager Jon Amundson, the City is well-managed with a focus on customer service and led by an experienced team of department directors. Richland Public Works is a well-coordinated department which places a high emphasis on teamwork and service to the public. With direct oversight of the City’s sizeable water, wastewater/stormwater, and solid waste utilities, the Deputy Director is relied upon to provide leadership for citywide programs, projects, initiatives, and multi-discipline efforts. If you're looking to apply your skills as part of a team of professionals working to improve an already great community, this might be the right opportunity for you.   

For questions on this position, please contact:

Dave Zabell
GMP Consultants
dzabell@gmphr.com
(509) 834-9343