Village of Ellsworth Employment Opportunity ~ Public Works Director
Ellsworth is a small, welcoming community of about 3,300 residents and serves as the county seat of Pierce County in western Wisconsin. Located approximately 40 miles southeast of the Twin Cities, the village offers a high quality of life with the character of a rural community and convenient access to a major metropolitan area. The Public Works Director is a key member of the community who oversees the Public Works, Water, and Sewer Departments.
The Public Works Director is a valuable member of the management team. This position reports to both the Village Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer and the Village Board. The Director will be able to plan, implement, and supervise duties related to the Village’s streets, parks, cemetery, public buildings, sanitary water system, storm water system, and water system. These items will follow the established policies, procedures, and ordinances of the Village and follow all state and federal regulations. The Public Works Director will have direct supervision over all Public Works staff and be the primary contact for all outside contractors, vendors, and/or engineers hired for department projects.
A qualified applicant will have any combination of education and/or experience that provides the knowledge and skills required of the Public Works Director. Residency is encouraged, but not required.
Anticipated salary range $75K-$93K plus excellent benefits, DOQ.
To apply, please complete the Village of Ellsworth Employment application. Application and full position description are available at https://www.villageofellsworth.org/employment. Please email cover letter, resume, and application to brad.roy@villageofellsworth.org. Application deadline is April 17, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
The Village of Ellsworth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.