Public Works Director

Job Title: Public Works Director

Department: Public Works

Reports To: Tribal Administrator

Classification: Exempt, Full-Time

Salary Range: $85,000 to $115,000 annually

Location: Oakhurst, CA

Job postings remain open for up to thirty (30) days or until a qualified candidate is selected. The organization reserves the right to close a posting at any time without prior notice, based on the hiring needs.

Essential Duties

• Direct and oversee daily Public Works operations and crew activities. - Establish departmental priorities, schedules, and workflow planning. - Plan, coordinate, and manage larger maintenance, land management, and infrastructure projects. - Allocate personnel, equipment, and materials to support operational and project needs. - Ensure compliance with safety standards, operational procedures, and applicable regulations. - Provide leadership and operational guidance to the Public Works Supervisor and field staff. - Monitor progress of ongoing projects and adjust plans to meet timelines and priorities. - Coordinate procurement and maintenance of equipment, tools, and materials. - Inspect work sites and completed work to ensure quality and safety standards. - Communicate operational status, project updates, and resource needs to leadership. - Maintain departmental records, reporting, and documentation. - Support emergency response, fire prevention, and land management activities as required. - Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications