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The town of Falmouth seeks an experienced public works professional to be our next Highway Superintendent, a key leadership role within the Department of Public Works. Under the direction of the Director of Public Works, the Highway Superintendent provides strategic, administrative, operational, and field leadership for the Highway Division, overseeing roadway infrastructure, drainage systems, residential solid waste collection, the Waste Management Facility, seasonal beach maintenance operations, snow and ice control, and the Woods Hole Drawbridge tender operations.
This is a stable, full-time, year-round, benefited management position responsible for leading a diverse workforce of more than 30 full-time employees. The Highway Division is responsible for multiple diverse municipal operations requiring strong leadership, strategic planning, fiscal management, emergency preparedness, and collaboration across multiple Town departments and community partners. The Highway Superintendent is responsible for planning, directing, and continuously improving operations while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, customer service, innovation, and operational excellence.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of seven to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in public works construction, operations, and heavy equipment management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Supervisory experience is required.
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Anticipated Starting Hourly Rate: Step 1 ($105,830.40 annually) – Step 7 ($129,334.40 annually) of the 10-Step pay scale, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Preference Date to Apply: Monday, July 27 by 4:30 p.m. The position will remain open until filled; however, candidates who apply by this date and time will be given preference over later applications.
About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: The town of Falmouth is a people-centered municipality committed to public service excellence. We strive to foster an inclusive and supportive work culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, and accountability, and we invest in our employees through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The Town offers competitive compensation, and benefit-eligible positions offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance and other valuable benefits, and include participation in the town’s pension plan. All applicants must be able to interact and work effectively and respectfully with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.