Assistant Director of Public Works – Operations & Facilities

Job overview

The Assistant Director of Public Works – Operations & Facilities role is an onsite, full-time position in College Park, MD, with a starting salary of $120,000–$130,000 per year, depending on qualifications. The City of College Park Department of Public Works oversees services that support residents every day. This role helps lead solid waste, streets, and facilities maintenance operations while supporting departmental administration, budgeting, project management, emergency response, and staff development. It contributes to reliable municipal services and resident satisfaction.

What you'll do

• Assist with solid waste, streets, and facilities maintenance operations
• supervise and support staff through performance management, training, and workforce development
• assist with budget preparation, payroll review, invoice approvals, and planning
• support emergency operations, including snow removal
• help ensure regulatory and operational compliance
• oversee facility improvement projects, renovations, contracts, and bids
• respond to resident inquiries and represent the department at public and community meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant director

public works

operations

facilities maintenance

solid waste

street maintenance

municipal services

college park md

city of college park

budgeting

project management

emergency response

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive benefits package, including participation in the Maryland State Retirement System.

Why this role

Leadership role combining municipal operations, project management, team development, and public service.

About the employer

City of College Park is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.