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Public Works Director
Public Works Director - The Village of Marvin (pop. 7,000) is seeking a driven, strong leader with municipal planning and engineering experience for the position of full-time Public Works Director. Marvin is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the State, located 12 miles south of Charlotte in Union County. Relatively newly incorporated just slightly over 30 years ago, Marvin prides itself as a signature residential community while maintaining a low tax rate. The Public Works Department is a quite new department (started in 2023) with divisions of Facility Maintenance, Solid Waste (contract liaison), and Streets. The purpose of this position is to plan, assist in engineering plan reviews and/or engineer related tasks, organize, coordinate, manage, review, and evaluate the Village’s new Public Works Department. Employee will supervise crews and may participate in construction/repair and/or maintenance projects, as needed. Must have ability to manage projects, perform grant administration, establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, boards, and the general public. Work involves complex and sensitive issues requiring a high level of discretion, judgment, and tact.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or management field such as public or business administration, engineering, or related field and five years of responsible experience in public works systems and at least two years of administrative and supervisory experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities, valid driver’s license. Greater preference for applicants with engineering background. Criminal background checks are required. This position is for exempt full time with some flex/remote work schedule available. Night meetings are a requirement (usually 2 per month). Compensation: $75,900-$90,000 DOQ. Submit cover letter, salary history, and resume to Christina Amos, Village Manager, through the Contact the Village form linked above, or by mail to 10006 Marvin School Road, Marvin, 28173. EOE.
Closing: May 27, 2026.