Civil Engineer VI - Director, Office of Dam Safety

The Director oversees the day-to-day, statewide operations of the Office of Dam Safety (ODS), under the Division of Design and Engineering at the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). The Office maintains records of over 3,000 dams located across the Commonwealth, many of which are owned by DCR. ODS continuously corresponds with owners of regulated dams to ensure dam owner compliance with the Commonwealth's Dam Safety Statute, G.L. Chapter 253 and Regulations 302 CMR 10.00 by issuing written orders to conduct periodic inspections, required maintenance, operations, and repairs.

What You Will Do

The Director will perform duties such as administration of statutory and regulatory dam safety requirements statewide, oversight of state and federal dam-related grant programs, serving as the Commonwealth's USDA-NRCS PL566 Flood Control Program Liaison, providing direct and technical assistance to DCR Operations unit, other state agencies, municipalities, and private dam owners, and oversight of planning, design, and construction of dam repair and removal projects managed by DCR.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have at least six years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work, with at least four years in a professional capacity and three years in a supervisory, managerial, or administrative capacity. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Office of Dam Safety, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing technical assistance to dam owners statewide.

Requirements

• Commonwealth of Massachusetts Civil Engineer Registration (P.E.) or Civil Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) preferred
• Five years of experience supervising and/or managing staff and operations
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License
• Access to reliable transportation to and from DCR and non-DCR sites for site visits, meetings, conferences, etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Employee benefits and rewards
• Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
• Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply