Director of Public Works

CITY OF SNELLVILLE
ANNOUNCES A VACANCY FOR:

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $80,686.00 - $93,571.00

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL:    05/29/2026 and thereafter until POSITION FILLED

DUTIES:   This is highly responsible managerial, administrative and technical work involved in 
planning and directing public works activities in the areas of construction, stormwater activities 
and reporting, maintenance and cleaning of street, sidewalks and drainage; sanitation and recycling 
services; the maintenance and repair of cemetery and city buildings and grounds; and vehicle 
maintenance. Work involves the responsibility for long range and current planning, oversight for 
survey, design and inspection of all streets, parks and cemetery projects, and of all 
contract-engineering projects. Requires the employee exercise independent judgment and discretion 
on all technical matters within the department subject to guidelines set by the Mayor and Council. 
Employee reports to the City Manager for review of work and evaluation of performance.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  High School diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid Georgia driver’s 
license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Ability to drive and operate the 
department’s assigned vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to lift and 
carry heavy objects (up to 100 lbs.) and to bend, squat, twist, crawl and/or climb on a daily 
basis.

DESIREABLE REQUIREMENTS:  Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in 
engineering, public administration, management or a closely related field; and thorough experience 
in progressively responsible managerial positions in public works or a related field. Any 
equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

HIRING PROCESS:  Will consist of evaluation interviews, personal and work background check, 
criminal history check, financial history check and a successful post offer, pre-employment drug 
screen.

Applications available at www.snellville.org or may be picked up at:
Snellville City Hall
2342 Oak Road
Snellville. GA 30078
THE CITY OF SNELLVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DATE: April 29, 2026