City of Dauphin – Director of Public Works & Operations

Short Description

Reporting to the City Manager, the Director of Public Works & Operations is responsible for managing the
public works and utility operations of the City of Dauphin, including (but not limited to) engineering,
transportation, solid waste and recycling, water, wastewater and stormwater operations, planning and building
inspection services, project management, and facility management. This role also includes supervision of all
employees reporting from these departments.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the City Manager, the Director of Public Works & Operations is responsible for managing the
public works and utility operations of the City of Dauphin, including but not limited to engineering,
transportation, solid waste and recycling, water, wastewater and stormwater operations, planning and building
inspection services, project management, and facility management. This role also includes supervision of all
employees reporting from these departments.

The Ideal Candidate

• Civil Engineering Technologist (3-year college), Bachelor of Civil Engineering, or similar.
• Registration and Member in Good Standing, or ability to be registered, as a Certified Engineering Technologist
  (CTTAM) or Professional Engineer (EGM).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in civil works; municipal work environment experience
  considered an asset; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
• Familiarity with materials and methods applied to construction of municipal structures and projects, and a general
  understanding of physical sciences, mathematics, hydraulics, municipal engineering, and surveying.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to understand and apply policies, bylaws, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including conducting engineering research and compiling
  comprehensive reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, coworkers, external contacts, stakeholders, and the public.
• Knowledge of CAD drafting software, GIS software, and Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Manitoba driver’s licence.
• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Compensation & Benefits

Applicants are requested to include salary expectations in your cover letter. The City of Dauphin offers a
comprehensive benefits package, which includes extended medical and dental coverage, out-of-country medical
insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and participation in a very attractive defined-benefit
pension plan, administered by the Manitoba Employee Benefits Program (MEBP).

How to Apply

Please apply IN CONFIDENCE, including your cover letter, resume, and three references, by January 20, 2026, to:

Sharla Griffiths, BSc CE, CMMA
City Manager
City of Dauphin
100 Main Street South
Dauphin, MB  R7N 1K3
Email: cm@dauphin.ca

Additional Notes

Applications may be used to fill other similar positions in the organization.

The City of Dauphin is committed to inclusive and accessible employment and communication. This posting is available
in alternate formats upon request. Accommodations are available for candidates participating in all aspects of the
recruitment process, in accordance with The Accessibility for Manitobans Act.