Work involves responsibility for directing all public
works functions which are undertaken by Town forces, including the
construction and maintenance of highways, sidewalks, storm sewers
and sanitary sewers; the care of public grounds and buildings; tree
planting, trimming and removal; snow plowing; garbage collection;
refuse collection and disposal. The employee is responsible for the
maintenance of automotive and construction equipment used by the Department
and responsible for the approval of all projects of a public works
nature completed within subdivisions and for the inspection periodically
of such work while in progress. They serve as advisor to Town officials,
boards and commissions, developers, contractors and the Town Council
on all matters or problems pertaining to the public works field. Public
works programs are approved by the Town Manager and Town Council who
hold the Director of Public Works responsible for their proper execution.