Public Works Director

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

 

 

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Public Works Department including water, wastewater, fleet and solid waste services, and LLMD and PFMD contracts; to coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general administrative direction from the City Manager or designee.

Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, technical and clerical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

1. Assume full management responsibility for all department services and activities including water, wastewater, fleet and solid waste services and LLMD and PFMD contracts; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
2. Manage the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each assigned service area.
3. Establish, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
4. Plan, direct and coordinate, through subordinate level staff, the Public Works Department's work plan; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. Assess and monitor work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.
6. Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
7. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
8. Prepare and update five-year Community Investment Program (CIP); direct City Engineer and oversee all projects, plan reviews, and updates.
9. Oversee all water, wastewater, and solid waste activities; ensure compliance with solid waste, water, and wastewater regulations.
10. Oversee LLMD and PFMD contracts; direct staff in the upkeep of areas; develop plans for long term upkeep of both districts.
11. Oversee grants management functions; ensure the City takes advantage of matching funds and programs available from multiple sources including state, federal, and local organizations.
12. Explain, justify and defend department programs, policies and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
13. Represent the Public Works Department to other departments, elected officials and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
14. Provide staff assistance to the City Manager; participate on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
15. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public works and urban planning.
16. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
17. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Operations, services and activities of comprehensive public works program.

Principles and practices of public works administration.

Basic site planning and landscaping techniques and methods.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Operations, services and activities of water, wastewater, and solid waste operations.

Principles and practices of civil engineering.

Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.

Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

Manage and direct a comprehensive public works program including water, wastewater, and solid waste services, and LLMD and PFMD contracts.

Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures.

Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.

Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.

Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower level staff.

Delegate authority and responsibility.

Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns and needs.

Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Process and prepare reports and recommendations on various public works proposals and projects.

Read and interpret blue prints.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.

Develop long range planning goals.

Keep a positive, can-do attitude.

Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Six years of increasingly responsible public works experience including three years of management and administrative responsibility

Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:  Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical Conditions:  Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

An application, cover letter, resume, applicable transcripts, copies of any applicable licenses, and a minimum of three (3) references are required for an application to be considered complete. 

SELECTION PROCESS: The qualifications of each applicant, as set forth in the application, will be continuously reviewed by Human Resources.  Applicants whose applications clearly demonstrate they meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral and/or performance exams.  A score of 80% or above is required to advance through each phase of the process. An application must be completed. A resume is not a substitute for an application.  

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Veteran's Preference Application (Download PDF reader)
Applicants must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.

Salary : $101,406 - $129,423