Deputy Director Public Works – Water & Wastewater
Immediate Opening
Deputy Director Public Works – Water & Wastewater
City of Westminster, MD
About the City of Westminster
Founded in 1764 and incorporated in 1818, Westminster is a vibrant and historic community nestled in the heart of Carroll County, Maryland. Conveniently located 35 miles northwest of Baltimore, 56 miles north of Washington, D.C., and 60 miles south of Harrisburg, PA, Westminster offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and urban accessibility.
With an estimated population of 20,703, Westminster is a community known for its high quality of life, family-friendliness, and welcoming atmosphere. The City is home to McDaniel College and a thriving arts scene, with a calendar full of year-round events like Miracle on Main Street, Fallfest, Flower & Jazz Festival, and Art in the Park.
As a full-service municipality, Westminster provides a wide range of services including public safety, utilities, public works, planning, housing, recreation, and more. The City employs approximately 250 dedicated professionals and offers a stable and collaborative workplace culture grounded in service, respect, and civic pride.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Deputy Director of Public Works – Water & Wastewater to play a key leadership role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the City’s Water and Wastewater divisions within the Department of Public Works. In this in-person role, you will work closely with the Director of Public Works to oversee water and wastewater treatment operations, capital projects, infrastructure maintenance, regulatory compliance, and staff development.
As the ideal candidate, you bring both technical expertise and a passion for public service. You are a hands-on leader who values collaboration, safety, and innovation, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment where each day brings a new challenge. You understand the critical importance of maintaining reliable utility services for the community, and you are committed to continuous improvement, public safety, and environmental stewardship.
You will be a trusted leader who models a strong team-first mentality, mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented work environment. As a strategic partner in long-term planning and a steward of the City’s infrastructure, you will be relied upon for your critical thinking, sound judgment, and keen attention to detail. In this role, you will serve as a subject-matter liaison with regulatory agencies and contribute valuable insight to budgeting, compliance, project planning, and grant administration—where accuracy, integrity, and accountability are essential.
The Education and Experience required that will help you succeed in this role includes
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in water/wastewater operations, infrastructure management, or public works, including supervisory or project leadership roles.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
We value your professional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
Knowledge of
• Operation and maintenance of Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, well systems, and SCADA-based control systems
• Federal, state, and local regulations governing water and wastewater treatment
• Public infrastructure budgeting, grant management, strategic planning, and project management
Skill in
• Interpretation and application of local, state, and federal regulatory requirements (e.g., MDE, EPA) related to drinking water and wastewater operations.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Computer systems and applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office products, with a demonstrated skill set in Microsoft Excel and report-writing
Ability to
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess operational challenges and implement timely, practical solutions
• Establish priorities and organize workload effectively and efficiently to complete multiple duties and assignments concurrently and in a timely manner
• Demonstrate keen attention to detail and a drive for operational excellence
• Maintain a high level of integrity, trustworthiness, and dependability
• Communicate clearly and consistently with staff, executive leadership, elected officials, and the community
• Confidently and professionally represent the City during public meetings, inter-agency collaborations, and regulatory discussions
A comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision for yourself and your dependents, with premiums significantly subsidized by the City
• City-paid short and long-term disability plans
• City-paid life insurance with the option to purchase more coverage
• Generous paid leave that includes 11 holidays, vacation, personal days, a birthday holiday, sick days for yourself and family sick days so you can take care of your family, as well as bereavement leave
• Participation in the Maryland State Pension System
• The option to participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with a 401(a) Matching Plan
• City-paid Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development opportunities
• Free membership to the Westminster Family Fitness Center and the City’s newly renovated and expanded municipal pool
Grade 119 – 40 Hours Per Week
Hiring Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000, DOQ
FLSA Status: Exempt
Emergency Status: Non -Essential
We love our City and we think you’ll love it too! If you’re passionate about serving and supporting the Westminster community and enjoy working with others who are too, we welcome you to apply for this key role in our Public Works Department.
The position will remain open until filled with the first review of applications for the position to occur on September 2, 2025.
