Director of Public Works
About the Position
The Director of Public Works provides leadership, management and oversight of the Village of Bellevue’s Public Works Department. Reporting to the Village Administrator and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Director oversees essential municipal services, including streets, water distribution, sewer collection, stormwater, sanitation, fleet and contracted engineering. The position provides leadership in infrastructure planning, capital projects, departmental operations, financial management and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
About the Community
Located in the Green Bay metropolitan area, the Village of Bellevue is a growing community in Brown County offering convenient access to employment, education, healthcare, entertainment and recreation throughout northeastern Wisconsin. Home to approximately 17,000 residents, Bellevue combines established neighborhoods, continued residential and commercial growth and convenient access to the greater Green Bay area.
Bellevue is a full-service municipality providing a broad range of services, including public works and utilities, community development, parks and recreation, public safety and general government services. The Village maintains water, sanitary sewer and stormwater utilities and provides planning, zoning, building inspection, economic development and other services that support residents, businesses and continued development.
Residents enjoy 13 parks and open space areas encompassing more than 326 acres, along with athletic facilities, playgrounds, walking trails, community programs and year-round recreational opportunities. Bellevue’s location also provides convenient access to the broader cultural, recreational and entertainment amenities of the Green Bay region.
Bellevue continues to experience residential and commercial development, supported by its location near major transportation corridors including Interstate 43, State Highway 29, U.S. Highway 141 and State Highway 172. The Village works collaboratively with businesses and developers to support investment, job creation and economic growth while long-range planning guides decisions related to land use, transportation, housing, utilities, parks and community character.
With a strong quality of life, growing neighborhoods and opportunities for continued investment, Bellevue offers the advantages of a growing municipality with direct connections to the Green Bay metropolitan area.
Learn more at VillageofBellevueWI.gov.
The Ideal Candidate
The Village of Bellevue seeks an experienced and collaborative public works professional to serve as its next Director of Public Works. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in public works operations,
infrastructure, capital projects, financial management and personnel leadership. This individual will provide effective leadership across the Village’s streets, utilities, stormwater, sanitation, fleet and related services.
The successful candidate will be an approachable communicator who builds strong relationships with employees, residents, contractors, engineers and community partners. They will foster a safe, service-focused workplace while supporting responsible infrastructure investment and high-quality public services.
Expected Hiring Range: $120,000-$135,000 (DOQ)
Excellent benefits package includes:
Exceptional insurance, benefits, and time-off program.
Enrollment in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Pension.
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Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration or a closely related field required. A master’s degree is preferred.
Seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in public works management, municipal engineering, infrastructure management or a related field.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, including the ability to lead, develop and motivate employees and support a safe and productive workplace.
Experience overseeing municipal infrastructure and Public Works operations, including streets, utilities, stormwater, fleet and related services.
Demonstrated experience developing and managing departmental budgets, financial plans, capital projects, contracts, bids and requests for proposals.
Strong knowledge of public works operations, municipal engineering principles, public administration practices and applicable federal, state and local regulations.
Experience working collaboratively with engineers, contractors, governmental agencies, residents and other community stakeholders.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is preferred but not required.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license required.
Apply now!
Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) is conducting the executive recruitment process for this position.
Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled, with a first review no later than November 20, 2026.
Please upload or email your cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jay Shambeau at jay@public-advisors.com.
Please direct questions to Jay at 262-335-6102.
Thank you for your interest!