Deputy Highway Commissioner

Chippewa County is accepting applications for a Deputy Highway Commissioner. The job duties of the Deputy Highway Commissioner include but are not limited to assist the Highway Commissioner in the overall leadership, management, and project coordination of the Highway Department; and to provide responsive, courteous and efficient services to County residents and the general public. 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with a minimum of three (3) years of civil engineering, highway department or transportation construction industry experience required -OR- an Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field with a minimum of six (6) years of highway department or transportation construction industry experience required -OR- a High School diploma with a minimum of ten (10) years of highway department or transportation construction industry experience required. Minimum of two (2) years previous supervisory experience required. Federal bridge inspection certification required within one (1) year from date of hire. National Highway Institute Right-of-way Acquisition certification within six (6) months from date of hire. Must have professional work experience in highway department operations. Professional Engineering registration in the State of Wisconsin preferred. A valid driver’s license and a cell phone is required. Visit www.chippewacountywi.gov to view the full position description and other job requirements.

Starting Wage: $40.12 - $45.59 per hour depending on qualifications plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Maximum Wage: $54.71 per hour.

Benefits: Health Insurance offered through AmeriBen (Anthem BluePreferred Network) is a high-deductible plan ($3,000 - Single and $6,000 - Family)! Includes Near-Site Clinic at ReforMedicine with $0 cost office visits, physicals, labs, etc. And physical therapy services at Doctors of Physical Therapy with $0 cost for visits! Wisconsin Retirement System pension! Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Disability Insurance offered. Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) of 7.09 hours earned bi-weekly! For more information on Chippewa County’s Benefits visit: https://www.chippewacountywi.gov/government/administration/human-resources-division/employee-benefits

TO APPLY: Applications will only be accepted through the online application process at www.chippewacountywi.gov under Career Opportunities.  Applications must be submitted electronically by Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at 4:30 PM. Application materials received after that date and time will not be considered. EOE.

Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday, October 15th, 2025.