Public Service Director

Marysville is a safe, friendly hometown committed to community pride, healthy families, well-planned neighborhoods, and the hub of mobility and technology at the heart of the U.S. 33 Smart Corridor. As a growing community with over 230 dedicated full-time employees, the City offers a collaborative work culture. As the seat of Union County and a key player in the "Beta District", Marysville offers a unique professional landscape where historical charm and strategic engineering coexist. We operate under a Council/Manager form of government that prioritizes Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

The City of Marysville is seeking a visionary executive leader for the position of Public Service Director . Serving as a key member of the leadership team, this role acts as a strategic steward of the City’s physical identity-aligning department vision and operations with the City’s Strategic Plan and mission while overseeing specialized infrastructure management and community aesthetics to support sustainable municipal growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Fleet, Parks, Recreation & Events, Streets, and Facilities divisions.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) from design to closeout.
• Develop multi-divisional budgets and perform advanced cost-benefit forecasting.
• Oversee urban forestry, horticultural science, and proactive equipment replacement schedules.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the City Manager to support City Council and stakeholders on infrastructure and emergency response.

Job Requirements

• Education: A bachelor's degree in public administration, public works management, or related field from a college or university of recognized standing is required.
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible public sector management experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Valid Ohio driver's license with a clean record.