EMPLOYER: City of Tacoma, Washington
CLOSING DATE: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by Friday, August 15, 2008 (Open until filled).
COMPENSATION: $101,108 to $156,894 DOQ (current range, salary under review)TO APPLY: Send letter of interest, resume, completed application & answers to the supplemental questions to Prothman via email at humanresources@prothman.com or mail to: Prothman, 3633 136th PL SE, Suite 206, Bellevue, WA 98006; ph: 206-368-0050; fax: 206-368-0060. Application, complete job description, and supplemental questions are available from Prothman Company at http://www.prothman.com/Current.htm.
DESCRIPTION: Located at the foot of Mount Rainier and along the shores of Commencement Bay, Tacoma is recognized as a vibrant and progressive international city with a growing economy. Incorporated in 1884, Tacoma has grown from its historical roots as a port town of sawmills into an international port city with a vibrant arts community, and abundant outdoor and community activities. Tacoma has more than 200,000 residents and is the third largest city in the state. With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods, the City has been named one of the nation’s Most Livable Communities.
With an annual budget of approximately $600 million and nearly 1,000 employees, the Public Works Department is the City’s largest department. Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, the Public Works Director ensures that the City has cost effective and reliable infrastructure, waste management services, and planning and building services by providing leadership, direction and guidance to the Public Works management team.
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Public Administration or Business Administration, or closely related field, and 15 years of increasing responsibility in administrative and supervisory experience in Public Works.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
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