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General Information

ID
1354
Main Organization
General Government
Location
Public Works/Office - 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 130,281
Max Salary
$ 239,658
Posting Date
07-15-2026
Closing Date
07-22-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Assists the Director of Public Works with the administration and management of Department. Provides leadership for multiple divisions, which may include Construction, Design, Environmental Services, Road Maintenance, Transportation Development, and Traffic Engineering. Continuously works to expedite resident travel, to minimize congestion, and to enhance travel safety.

Essential Duties
  • Extensive knowledge of transportation infrastructure operations, project management, and local, state and federal regulations. Expert knowledge of assigned areas, which may include roads and bridge construction and maintenance, traffic management, and environmental compliance. Management, budgeting, and strategic planning skills.
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to utilize appropriate software for budgeting, engineering, procurement, and other job-related tasks. The ability to research, produce, and interpret technical and informative reports.
  • Excellent written and oral skills; the ability to communicate accurately and understandably with staff, contractors, and regulators. Public speaking, training, and presentation skills. The ability to inspire productive and collegial teams and to handle conflict. Strong negotiation skills.
  • Routinely makes complex decisions & recommendations; Job requires strong analytical skills. Decisions may have major fiscal, operational, safety, or compliance implications.
  • Upper Manager. Serves as a respected organizational and project and authority.
  • Routinely works in an office and in various indoor and outdoor locations. Works during adverse traffic and weather conditions. Job requires travel and working a flexible schedule, including working extended hours as necessary.
  • Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to engage in effective supervision, collaborations, compliance efforts, & ensure the safety of self and others; physical abilities sufficient to work safely in division specific locations and operating conditions.
Additional Information

The expected hiring range will be $130,281- $194,071 and commensurate with experience.


Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.

Minimum Requirements

Four (4) year degree in engineering or a related field, and six (6) years of experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).