Position is open until filled.
First Review Deadline: 5 p.m. | Friday | January 31, 2025

RECRUITMENT BROCHURE

At McKinney, being an Assistant Director in the Engineering Department means becoming part of a dynamic and innovative team committed to excellence. Our workforce is highly motivated and thrives on using cutting-edge technology to enhance efficiency and deliver exceptional services to our rapidly growing community. With the city’s fast-paced development and a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1848, the role requires balancing the replacement of aging infrastructure with the implementation of innovative solutions to support new growth.

This position also comes with the responsibility of overseeing a substantial portion of the city’s capital improvements budget. Over the next five years, McKinney’s total capital improvements budget is approximately $2.5 billion, with $1.25 billion dedicated to CIP programs related to Streets, Drainage, Traffic, Water, and Wastewater projects. As Assistant Director, you’ll play a key role in managing these critical projects, ensuring they align with the city’s mission and development goals.

This position offers you the autonomy to make impactful decisions and provide direction that aligns with both the department’s goals and the City’s mission. Our culture emphasizes proactive leadership, empowering you to take initiative, adapt to evolving challenges, and guide your team toward success. If you’re ready to make a difference and lead with purpose in a thriving, forward-thinking community, McKinney is the place for you.

As part of the City’s high-performance organization, the Assistant Director 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 Civil Engineering and ten (10) years of increasingly responsible engineering experience including supervisory experience in engineering programs. Texas Professional Engineer License or ability to acquire in six (6) months.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree strongly preferred.

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