EMPLOYER: City of Walla Walla, WA
CLOSING DATE: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by Sunday, August 10, 2008 (or open until filled)
COMPENSATION: $92,580 to $118,188 DOQTO 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. The complete job description, application and supplemental questions are available at http://www.prothman.com/Current.htm.
DESCRIPTION: Located in the
heart of Southeast Washington's wine country, historic Walla Walla (pop. 30,000)
is a thriving community filled with so many activities and beautiful sights that
you'll never want to leave. Named one of America's Great Main Streets by the
National Trust for Historic Preservation, downtown Walla Walla is a favorite
destination. Museums abound, as do art galleries, shops, dramatic productions,
indoor and outdoor concerts, cafe's and restaurants, wineries and tasting rooms.
With all four seasons on display, you'll find year-round outdoor activities,
including nearby snow skiing, floating on our rivers and lakes, hiking in the
mountains or just picnicking with your family.
The Public Works Department is a full service municipal department responsible
for the planning, programming, construction, maintenance and operations of the
city's utilities and streets/roads. The department has a total operating,
capital, debt service and reserve budgets of approximately $33 million, and
about 70 FTE in the 2008 budget. Public Works is involved in providing public
services and utilities and contributing to public health and safety. The major
divisions of the department include Engineering, Fleet Services, Landfill,
Sanitation, Street, Wastewater and Water.
A bachelor's degree in public administration, civil engineering or closely
related field is required. Eight years managerial experience in a municipal or
public works environment is required. Master's level work in any of the above
fields is desirable. Current registration as a Professional Civil Engineer is
also preferred but not required.
The City of Walla Walla is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse
workforce.
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