The Town of Upton announces opening for Department of Public Works Director.
From the Town of Upton’s website
Director of Public Works
The Town of Upton seeks well qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of
Director of Public Works. The position reports to the Town Manager and is responsible for
managing the administration and operations of the department including the divisions of
highway, water, sewer, parks and cemeteries, its personnel, physical facilities training,
technology, and equipment. The Director also develops and manages the annual operating &
capital budgets for DPW and the Water & Sewer Enterprise Funds, provides engineering
expertise to various boards, reviews subdivision plans and applications, and manages all public
works projects. Also responsible for the storm water management program, develops
department policies & procedures, makes application for state and federal grants, and submits
all reports required by regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor’s Degree
in engineering or a related field, and is a career professional with proven administrative
experience, and is a proactive leader. Starting Salary: up to $103,000 + benefits, DOE.
Completed application and resume must be returned to the Board of Selectmen’s office by 5:00
PM on January 8, 2015: email to: brobinson@uptonma.gov or mail to: Board of Selectmen, 1
Main Street, Box 1, Upton, MA 01568. Applications and the job description are available on the
Town’s website: http://www.upton.ma.us under “Employment”. AA/EOE.
UPTON DAILY 
So sorry to hear that Jeff Thompson is leaving! From my experiences with him through the Historical Commission, he took his work seriously, was most accommodating, a pleasure to deal with, and seemed to really care about Upton.