Local Lifestyle

McKinney, Texas, (population of 214,810), has a unique, rich, and diverse spirit with a vibrant present and promising future. Located along US 75, in the northeastern corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, McKinney’s population has more than doubled every ten years since 1990 and is expected to reach 350,000 once the community is built out. McKinney is just 30 miles north of downtown Dallas and is the county seat of Collin County.

Throughout its growth, McKinney has maintained its sense of community and dedication to community engagement. The Unique by Nature brand is more than a tagline – it represents a way of life in a community that willingly works together to make McKinney a great place in which to live, work and raise a family. The city continues to invest in parks, recreation areas and well-planned open space, ensuring that as the community grows, it retains its livability and sense of place. The many and varied recreational opportunities include hiking and biking trails, aquatic centers, and splash pads throughout the city parks and a full array of adult and youth sports including golf, soccer, tennis, baseball, softball and more. The city offers numerous festivals throughout the year including holiday events, outdoor music, and art fairs. Residents also benefit from all the cultural amenities within the Metroplex.

The city is known for its diversity of housing options located on beautiful tree-lined streets and its outstanding educational system. The highly rated McKinney Independent School District, as well as excellent area private schools, provide quality education to over 24,500 students in grades K-12. All three McKinney ISD high schools rank in the top 5% of the nation’s high schools. McKinney also offers easy access to higher education as the home to Collin College and branches of the University of North Texas, Texas A&M – Commerce and the University of Texas at Dallas at the Collin Higher Education Center.

In addition to its thoughtful residential development, McKinney has been an important destination for business leaders. The city has attracted companies like Raytheon, Wistron Green Tech, Torchmark, Emerson Process Management, Tong Yang, Simpson Strong Tie, Tenant Tracker, Manner Plastics, Dynacraft and Traxxas. Homegrown companies like Encore Wire, Newtoy (now Zynga), RMCN and Brandon Industries have also thrived in McKinney. The city has been a leader in sustainable developments, and its historic business district is one of the largest and most successful in the state.

Position Overview

The Streets and Drainage Superintendent is a key leader in maintaining and enhancing McKinney’s transportation and drainage infrastructure, ensuring the City remains a safe and vibrant place to live, work, and raise a family. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Public Works, this role oversees the day-to-day operations of the Streets and Drainage Division, managing staff, budgets, and critical infrastructure projects to support a rapidly growing community.

This position emphasizes leadership, innovation, and collaboration. The Superintendent will guide a high-performing team, address community concerns, and ensure operational excellence in alignment with City goals. The role requires proactive decision-making, effective use of tools like
CityWorks to optimize workflows, and a commitment to identifying opportunities for improvement.

• As part of the City’s high-performance organization, the Superintendent is expected to:
• Demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
• Foster a positive work culture and contribute to team development.
• Take initiative, act on long-term vision, and provide leadership and growth opportunities for staff.
• Assess and enhance personal and team performance.
• Lead by example with teamwork, reliability, and a continuous commitment to professional growth.
• With a focus on innovation and service excellence, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on McKinney’s infrastructure and the quality of life for its residents.

What We're Looking For

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction or related science field and a minimum of eight (8) years previous experience which includes operation, maintenance, construction, repair, administration, and supervision of roadway systems or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification.
• Professional Engineer’s License (Texas)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays during special events, storms or natural disasters.

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For more information on this position contact:

Michael Boese, President

[email protected]

972-837-0916