Assistant City Manager/ Director of Public Works
City of Sikeston, Missouri
Position is open until filled.
The City of Sikeston is seeking candidates for the role of Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works. Reporting directly to the City Manager, this is a dual-role executive position. It combines high-level municipal administration with technical oversight of city infrastructure. The Public Works Department includes engineering, streets, fleet/garage, building maintenance parks and recreation, airport, and stormwater management. This role focuses on strategic oversight, operational leadership, and policy development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensures all operational directives, administrative determinations, and project executions strictly align with, and actively advance, the strategic vision, administrative priorities, and intent of the City Manager
- Advises City Council, City Manager, and City Attorney on a broad range of issues within areas of responsibility.
- Assists in the coordination of the City economic development team.
- Serves as the City Manager's designee, liaison, or representative as assigned.
- May serve as Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager upon delegation.
- Lead, direct, and manage all Public Works operations and personnel
- Develop and administer departmental budgets, including capital improvement planning
- Oversee maintenance of city infrastructure, facilities, vehicles, and equipment
- Coordinate and manage grant-funded projects, ensuring compliance and reporting requirements
- Serve as an advisor to the City Manager, boards, and commissions
- Establish departmental policies, procedures, and performance expectations
- Ensure compliance with regulatory state and federal agencies
- Respond to community concerns and support public engagement efforts
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration or related field required
- Master’s degree in public administration or related field preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in government or public management or executive level management.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
- Strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills
- Experience in budgeting, capital planning, and project oversight
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines under pressure
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with elected officials, staff, and the public
- High level of judgment, initiative, and attention to detail
- Primarily office-based role with occasional site visits for observation and inspection
- Must be able to work irregular hours as needed
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Must reside within 30 miles of Sikeston city limits
- Pre-employment and ongoing drug/alcohol screening required
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: $93,000 – $120,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Vehicle allowance
- The City of Sikeston offers a generous benefit and compensation policy including 80% paid health insurance for employees and dependents, 100% paid retirement through LAGERS, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 14 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, cafeteria plan, and wellness benefits.
Join a dedicated leadership team committed to maintaining and improving essential public services for the Sikeston community. Cover letters, resumes and an application can be completed online at http://www.sikeston.org/. Or cover letters, resumes and/or the job descriptions can be turned into: Carrie Burgfeld, 105 E. Center St., Sikeston, MO 63801, Phone: (573) 475-3712, FAX: (573) 475-3715, email: cburgfeld@sikeston.org.
The City of Sikeston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer participates in E-Verify: We confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.
