Description

The Position
Loudoun County is seeking a results-oriented and highly motivated leader to serve as the Assistant Director of Public Works and Environmental Services. Reporting to and supporting the Director and Deputy Director of General Services, the Assistant Director plays a crucial role in shaping and executing the strategic vision for the County's environmental, energy, water, and stormwater programs. The position connects high-level strategic planning with daily operational efforts. 

Key responsibilities include overseeing implementation of existing efforts such as the Stormwater Management Program, the Invasive Plant Species Management Program, and the Environment and Energy Workplan, as well as leading development and implementation of newer strategies including the Loudoun County Natural Resources Strategy. The Assistant Director will serve as a primary liaison to the Environmental Commission and will represent the department before the Board of Supervisors, internal workgroups, and external stakeholder organizations. This leader will provide operational oversight for public works initiatives while maintaining a strong focus on environmental programs, ensuring all initiatives are data-driven, scientifically sound, and politically balanced.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to an organization that values Integrity, Service and Innovation that works to deliver dynamic solutions for a resilient Loudoun. 

Compensation and Benefits
The full salary scale for this position's classification is $107,918 - $205,044. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $155,000-$185,000, depending on qualifications. Loudoun County provides an excellent benefits package. Learn more about the County’s options and employee-based benefits here.

How to Apply
Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at raftelis.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled with a first review of applications beginning June 9, 2026.

Requirements

Qualifications
The County is seeking candidates with a proven leadership track record in program development and implementation, process improvement, and performance measurement within a public sector environment. Strong candidates will demonstrate their ability to lead teams and drive impactful change. 

The position strongly prefers a master's degree in business administration, public administration, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, along with five years of directly related, progressively responsible work experience. This experience must include three years in a supervisory or management role. Candidates may possess any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional, preferred qualifications include five years of experience with increasing responsibility in environmental management, energy management, stormwater, or public works, with at least two years in a supervisory role within those areas. Experience engaging with elected officials and holding senior or management-level certifications in environmental services or engineering is highly desirable. Emergency management experience also is a plus. Candidates must also possess a valid driver's license and successfully complete criminal, credit, and driving record background checks.