Posted Apr 29, 2026
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
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field. - Five years of documented experience in public works, facilities maintenance, land management, construction, or similar operational environments
Documented experience coordinating or managing work projects, crews, or operational planning. - Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and alcohol/drug screening in accordance with organizational policy. - Possession of a valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications
Experience supervising public works or field operations staff. - Experience managing multi-phase maintenance or infrastructure projects. - Familiarity with safety compliance and equipment management practices. - Experience working in a Tribal or government environment.
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