Division Director, Engineering

Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to direct, coordinate, and manage the comprehensive municipal operations and activities of the Engineering Division of the Planning & Development Department. This position will report to the Director of Planning & Development.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, addressing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, and managing employee performance.

Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.

Reviews, or oversees the review, of development projects and ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; executes city ordinances and enforces applicable building codes.

Develops drafts, updates, and implements division policies, procedures, ordinances and regulations.

Assist in the implementation of the City’s Flood Ordinance and coordination with the Community Rating System.

Consults with Director of Planning & Development, City Manager's Office, City Commissioners, and other officials to review division operations and activities, review and resolve problems, and provide recommendations.

Develops and implements division budget; monitors and authorizes expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; oversees payroll administration; coordinates application for grant funding.

Develops and implements long and short term plans, goals, and objectives for the division.

Provides professional administration and support services for utilities, development, public works, environmental management, and capital projects; provides professional and technical guidance to staff in all facets of engineering and construction activities; provides oversight and serves as a resource to staff members.

Provides recommendations to the Planning & Zoning Division regarding changes to the City's comprehensive plan; establishes plan review guidelines; partners with Director of Planning & Development to prepare and execute City redevelopment plans.

Provides technical guidance to staff in development of plans and specifications.

Evaluates and implements improvements in quality of technical service; analyzes productivity to improve delivery of services; designs new technical procedures; rebuilds technical capabilities.

Coordinates or conducts special projects/assignments as needed.

Provides information, assistance and technical expertise to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns, or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other City departments.

Meets with citizen groups, community organizations, and interested entities concerning City projects as needed.

Compiles or monitors various administrative/statistical data pertaining to department operations; performs research; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares/generates reports.

Acts at the City’s liaison to the Transportation Advisory Committee.

Represents the City on various intergovernmental boards/committees.

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Provides resources for administrative/technical training to staff members through seminars, including project management, planning and control systems for construction management, or other topics.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field; supplemented by six (6) years previous experience and/or training that includes progressively responsible engineering practice and administration in a municipal environment or private practice. Must possess and maintain a Professional Engineering License. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in public administration, business administration, construction management, or engineering management; supplemented by ten (10) years previous experience and/or training that includes progressively responsible engineering practice and administration in a municipal environment or private practice.

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of civil engineering associated with transportation, roadways, buildings/facilities, water,
sewer, stormwater, and municipal infrastructure.

Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and ordinances related
to municipal public works operations.

Comprehensive knowledge of public administration principles and practices, including budgeting,
fiscal administration, management and long-range planning policies, practices and procedures.

Comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.

Skilled at planning, reviewing, and implementing a variety of public works oriented engineering
projects.

Skilled in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed
actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals.

Skilled in researching, evaluating, and using new methods and techniques for operational
improvements.

Skilled in interpreting oral, written, technical information and data dealing with complex variables to
identify, analyze and solve management problems of considerable difficulty.

Skilled in using supervisory techniques, and pertinent federal, state and local human resource management rules including the collective bargaining agreements.

Skilled in dealing constructively with conflict and responding with tact, composure and courtesy when dealing with others.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, department directors, employees, regulatory agencies, contractors, and the general public.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City’s hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.