Public Works Director

The City of Chisholm, MN. Is accepting applications for the position of

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

JOB DEFINITION

Plans, organizes, and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Public Works, Public Utilities and Cemetery Departments; including property, plant, and equipment maintenance, garbage and recycling, storm and sanitary sewers. Work with related civic groups. Attends Council and/or Committee meetings as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and four (4) years previous public works experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Fleet, tools, specifications and purchasing. 
• 3 years of verifiable supervisory experience.
• Considerable knowledge of property, plant, and equipment maintenance including street, sewer, and water maintenance and repairs.
• Appropriate language skills; ability to read, analyze and interpret documents and basic financial statements
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, City officials and the general public.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with labor relations.
• Ability to make independent judgments which have significant impact on the City.
• Valid CDL or the ability to obtain one in 1 year.

OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable City policies, laws, and regulations affecting department activities.

Wages: Annual Salary $ 107,717.75. This is position is part of the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE) Labor Agreement.

Benefit package includes: PERA, Sick Leave, Holiday, Vacation, Emergency Leave, Insurance, and Earned Sick and Safe Time.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed City of Chisholm employment application by 4: 00 pm Friday, October 16, 2026.

AA/EEO Employer: the City of Chisholm is committed to building a diverse, welcoming, and respectful workforce. We seek and welcome candidate applications from historically underrepresented groups, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) women, LGBTQ+, and those living with disabilities as well as veterans.

The application and full job description with requirements can be located on the City of Chisholm website, https://www.ci.chisholm.mn.us/jobs or at City Hall.

Mail:

City of Chisholm

Attn: Administration or

316 W Lake Street

Chisholm, MN. 55719

Email:

strunk@ci.chisholm.mn.us

Fax: 218-254-7955

If you have questions, please call

Susan Trunk @ 218-254-7904

Salary/Compensation: $107,718 per year

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