Superintendent of Public Works

The town of Lincoln – a community of 6,000 residents and over 50 miles of roadways and roadside paths – is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Superintendent of Public Works.

Under general direction of the Town Administrator, the Public Works Superintendent plans, organizes, directs and controls all functions and activities of the public works Department, including road and roadside path maintenance and construction, transfer station operation, tree maintenance, snow and ice control, traffic and parking control equipment, cemetery maintenance, maintenance of all DPW vehicles, and supervision of related contract services. Duties will also include oversight of a staff of eight and one office administrator, as well as participation in daily department functions when necessary. The Superintendent is also responsible for the development and implementation of the department’s capital and long-range plans.

This position requires 10 years of progressively responsible highway department and/or public works experience including supervision and public contact and basic knowledge of all aspects of public works operations, including equipment and vehicle capabilities, operations and maintenance practices. Duties require knowledge equivalent to completion of four years of college in a civil or construction engineering discipline. Professional Engineering registration in civil or transportation engineering is preferred. Basic computer skills required. Must possess a valid and current Massachusetts driver’s license.

This is a full-time salaried position with compensation up to $119,607. Core department hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m., with evening and weekend hours as necessary. A detailed job description is available: https://www.lincolntown.org/DocumentCenter/View/89077/Superintendent-of-Public-Works—revised-August-2024

Please submit cover letter and resume via email to Dan Pereira, Asst. Town Administrator at jobs@lincolntown.org. Applications are due by Friday, Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. The town of Lincoln is an organization that believes that workforce diversity strengthens performance, integrity, trust, and partnerships with our staff, boards, committees, community, and guests. It is an EOE/AA employer.