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The city of Newburyport is seeking qualified applicants to serve as Department of Public Services Director. The Department of Public Services Director will be tasked with leading one of the city’s largest departments. The DPS is comprised of four divisions: Highway, Water, Sewer, and Parks. In addition to personnel and financial management (both operating and capital budget), the individual selected will be tasked with guiding Newburyport through the ever-changing regulatory environment to which public works are subjected.
The DPS Director will work closely with the Mayor and his staff, the City Council, the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners, and other city leaders in effectively and efficiently delivering public works services to all residents and businesses.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and significant experience in public works management. An equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience will be considered. The anticipated salary is $150K +/- depending on qualifications and experience.
To learn more about the city of Newburyport and the position, please see the full Position Profile on the Collins Center for Public Management website at https://www.umb.edu/cpm/recruitments. Review of resumes begins September 3, 2025.