Discover Your Next Career Destination Welcome to Rapid City, a vibrant community nestled at the foot of the Black Hills. Explore the gateway to a lifestyle filled with natural beauty, cultural richness, and boundless outdoor opportunities. Rapid City isnt just a place to workits a unique place where your life and career can flourish.

Who We Are: At the City of Rapid City, were dedicated to making our community a better place to live. The Public Works Department is a crucial part of that mission. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our community by delivering essential services that underpin our citys growth and well-being. From providing clean water and efficient waste management to creating innovative public transportation systems and maintaining our citys infrastructure, we are the backbone of Rapid Citys progress.

Why Rapid City? At the City of Rapid City, we dont just offer a job; we offer a community. Our competitive benefits package includes two healthcare options with low premiums, a 6% employer-matching retirement plan, life insurance, short-term disability, and generous vacation and sick leave. Beyond these benefits, youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference and leave a lasting impact in a community youll take pride in serving. Here, your career can be as vibrant as the environment around you.

About the Role: Are you ready to lead with purpose? As our Public Works Assistant Director, you will be a driving force behind our citys infrastructure and services. Reporting directly to the Public Works Director, youll lead a diverse team of dedicated professionals, shaping the future of Rapid Citys public works. Your leadership implementing our strategic vision will help guide the daily operations of our divisions. By providing high-level insight for various projects, from routine maintenance to long-term planning, youll play a key role in ensuring our city meets the needs of our growing community.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the Team:You'll supervise Division Managers and their staff, ensuring seamless operations across all public works facilities and programs. Your leadership will help them navigate day-to-day challenges, solve complex issues, and inspire excellence across our public works services.
• Plan for the Future:Develop policies, review budgets, and spearhead long-term goals and capital improvement programs that will impact Rapid City for generations to come.
• Be the Go-To Expert:In the absence of the Public Works Director, youll be the person the city relies on to keep things running smoothly. Youll also provide expert advice to the Mayor, City Council, and other department leaders.
• Drive Innovation:Lead special projects that push the boundaries of whats possible in public works. Your strategic input will guide the planning, development, and execution of key initiatives.
• Represent the City:Youll be our representative in discussions with public and private organizations, making sure our citys interests are well-represented.
• Build a Strong Team:Youll be involved in hiring, training, and managing staff, fostering a supportive and effective work environment.

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What Were Looking For:

• Education and Experience:A Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field, along with eight (8) years of experience in a related field, or a Masters degree with five (5) years of experience. A combination of education and experience deemed appropriate by the hiring committee.
• Leadership Skills:Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and navigate the challenges of municipal operations with grace a d efficiency.
• Innovative Mindset:A strategic thinker with a deep understanding of public sector management, municipal administration, and the unique challenges of an aldermanic government structure.
• Problem-Solving:You should be comfortable handling challenges and finding practical solutions, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical Aptitude:Your technical skills allow you to understand and oversee the complex systems within the Public Works divisions.

Ready to Make a Difference? If youre ready to lead, innovate, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today to help us build a better future together.