City Engineer​/Assistant Director

PAY & BENEFITS FOR 2026

Salary Range: $124,159 - $187,978

In addition to the base salary, this full-time position is eligible for an annual performance bonus as well as a longevity bonus.

Paid Holidays: 13 days

Paid Time Off: 0-4 years of service = 23 days (7.08 hours per pay period)

Longevity Bonus:
Based on Years of Service

Merit Pay:
Based on performance (Annual Salary increase and Bonus)

Town Paid Benefits Include:

• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life Insurance (1x Salary or $50k minimum, $10k spouse, & $5k child)
• Retirement Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Free Wellness Programs and Free Gym Access

Insurance Premium Costs (includes vision & dental)

HSA: $20 single $110 family

OAP: $25 single $150 family

The purpose of this classification is to provide consultation to the Public Works Director, Town Manager, and council members on new development activities, and to perform managerial and administrative work associated with engineering. The Assistant Director of Public Works is a working manager responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, directing and supervising the work of the Public Works staff. This position performs highly complex program & project management that includes one or more functional areas such as design, transportation, development review, and construction, traffic studies, engineering & planning, surveying & mapping, and general civil engineering pertaining to roadways, drainage, bridges, and railway crossings.

This position is also responsible for monitoring construction projects, making recommendations, supervising assigned employees, developing and administering the budget, maintaining records, and performing other functions as appropriate. Reports to Public Works Director.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Responsible for managing and overseeing new development projects triggered by applicants under development regulations such as zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, building codes, MUTCD, AASHTO, and the TDOT Road and Bridge Manual. (
  
  Note:
  
  Engineering services involving existing public facilities, roads, sidewalks, easements, and drainage systems are handled by the Public Works Director.)
• Manages and directs new development projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
• Plans, programs, and oversees all Town activities related to civil and traffic engineering, project management, construction, street lighting and traffic signal maintenance, drainage and water quality, floodplain management, and storm sewer systems.
• Coordinates daily operations, assigns and prioritizes work, monitors progress, and inspects completed projects. Provides technical guidance and resolves complex engineering issues.
• Supervises professional and technical staff in accordance with Town policies and applicable laws, including hiring, training, performance management, and corrective actions.
• Develops and administers operating and capital budgets; applies for and manages major grants and associated funding.
• Reviews and approves plats, construction plans, and contractor work for compliance with engineering standards and ordinances; authorizes payments or takes corrective action as needed.
• Coordinates closely with other Town departments and external agencies, including county, state, and federal entities, on major projects.
• Provides technical support to Town boards and assists with land acquisition negotiations for municipal projects.
• Ensures departmental compliance with safety regulations and Town policies; monitors worksites for OSHA compliance and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Prepares and updates design criteria, construction specifications, and standard drawings for public infrastructure projects; develops project cost estimates and quality control programs.
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