The Position The Public Works Director reports to the Town Manager and is responsible for directly supervising the Public Works Department staff. Other responsibilities include participation and co-management of the Parks, Open Space and Trails (POST) Committee.

Qualifications Minimum Required:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration or related field.

Experience in management/supervision.

At least five years progressively responsible experience in Public Works, including at least three years of experience in supervision.

Experience may substitute for education requirement.

Valid Colorado driver’s license. Preferred:

Master’s degree or PE.

Experience with water treatment and distribution; Class "C" certification Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $140,909 - $204,318 DOQ Benefit Summary in Brief...

Health Insurance Town covers 85% for family and 100% for individual (includes vision and dental)

Life Insurance $100,000 Employee Policy, plus additional voluntary life insurance available; paid by employee.

Employee Assistance Program (TRIAD) - Six visits per year per incident.

Wellness Benefit Program $75 P/M toward ski pass or any other wellness expense.

Tuition Reimbursement Program Up to $2,500 tuition reimbursement with course completion at “B” or higher.

Paid Time Off Competitive vacation accrual; Sick Leave Accrual of 2 weeks per year; Personal Days–2per year (exchanged for sick days) and sick leave buy back option, plus 11 paid holidays.

Non-Police Retirement & Disability Plan (5% salary match to 401(a) retirement plan); Long term disability policy after 90 days of employment in addition to contributions to Social Security and Medicare.

Optional Benefits / Plans include Supplemental Insurance policies; Health Savings Accounts; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan; Chamber Rate Aspen Ski Company Ski Passes, pool pass and uniform allowance. The Town of Basalt is able to provide an option for employee housing to the new Public Works Director. To Apply Application materials accepted electronically at: jenny.aragon@basalt.net Attach three required documents: 1. cover letter 2. resume 3. contact information for six (6) professional references This position is open until filled _____________________________ Questions? Questions should be directed to: jenny.aragon@basalt.net Or by phone to: Jenny Aragon at (970) 279-4387