Director of Public Works
Director of Public Works
(Competition # 2024-111)
About Oxford County
Located in the heart of southwestern Ontario at the crossroads of Highways 401 and 403, Oxford County has a population of approximately 130,000 people across eight area municipalities that are “growing stronger together.”
Oxford County Council is made up of the mayors of each of the area municipalities plus an additional two councillors elected to the City of Woodstock as city/county councillors. As a partnership-oriented, two-tier municipal government, Oxford County is emerging as a leader in sustainable growth through the Future Oxford Community Sustainability Plan and County Council’s commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy, becoming a zero waste community and working towards zero poverty.
Situated in one of Ontario’s richest areas for farmland, agriculture is a key industry that is driving innovation in sustainable industries and diversifying the local economy. Oxford County offers a thriving local arts, culture and culinary community, as well as conservation parks, natural areas and more than 100 kilometres of scenic trails.The Oxford County Administration Building is situated in Woodstock, Ontario. Oxford County’s Strategic Plan is at oxfordcounty.ca/strategicplan.
Join our senior leadership team as our Director of Public Works
Reporting to the CAO you will lead a Public Works department of approximately 160 staff in water, wastewater, transportation, waste management, engineering, and facilities.
The ideal candidate will be a progressive, strategic, and collaborative leader, with a demonstrated record of achieving results and leading people.
As a member of the County’s senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for strategic organizational leadership, continuous improvement and broadly supporting all County programs and services.
See attached Job Profile for more specific details about the role.
What we offer
•Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work
•Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan effective immediately
•OMERS defined benefit pension plan effective immediately
•Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave policies
•Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
2025 Salary Range
$158,450 to $198,071 annually
*2025 Salary range may be adjusted based on any approved cost of living adjustment
How to apply
Resumes will be accepted electronically via e-mail at: hr@oxfordcounty.ca until December 15, 2024.
Please include the competition # (2024-111) and position title in the subject line of your email.
