Assistant Director of Public Works
The Town of Williston is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking professional to serve as our next Assistant Director of Public Works.
What You Will Do - This is more than a traditional operations position. It is an opportunity to help lead a department that values professionalism, innovation, teamwork, and public service while maintaining the infrastructure that supports one of Vermont’s fastest-growing communities. Working alongside the Director of Public Works, the Assistant Director will play a key leadership role in overseeing daily operations, developing employees, managing complex projects, and helping shape the future of the department. This position serves as the Director’s designee as needed.
Who We're Looking For -The ideal candidate is an experienced public works professional who enjoys leading people as much as managing projects. We're looking for someone who builds trust, leads by example, makes sound decisions under pressure, communicates clearly and generously, looks for opportunities to improve processes, and understands that a great public works department succeeds through teamwork.
Minimum Qualifications - A bachelor’s degree in a related field of discipline; six years of progressively responsible experience in public works construction and maintenance; including three years of experience in employee management and administration, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. A Vermont Civil Professional Engineer License is preferred but not required. For a full job description, please click here:
Assistant Director of Public Works Job Description
Total Compensation - The starting salary is $88,800 - $98,000 per year depending on qualifications. The Town of Williston offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), retirement benefits, and competitive paid time off.
How to Apply - If you are passionate about building strong teams, solving problems, improving operations, and public service we encourage you to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to HR Director Susan Leonard at
sleonard@willistonvt.org. The preferred deadline for applications is
Monday, August 31, 2026.
The Town of Williston is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We know that we are stronger when Applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences are encouraged to apply.
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