City Administrator/Public Works Director

The City of Wagoner is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill dual roles as Wagoner Public Works Authority Director and City of Wagoner City Administrator.

Directs and coordinates administration of city government [departments] in accordance with policies determined by the mayor and City Council for the following departments: Municipal Court, Pool, Parks & Recreation, General Government, Community Building/City Facilities, Police Department, Development Services, Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services (EMS-Ambulance), Animal Control, Street Department, Library and Cemetery.

The Director of Utilities/Public Works for the Wagoner Public Works Authority is responsible for the efficient administration, and operation of the Wagoner Public Works Authority on a day-to-day basis, providing utilities to the citizens of Wagoner at a reasonable cost as well as rural water districts. (Utilities are considered: Water Plant, Water Distribution, Sewer Plant, Sewer Distribution, Electric Distribution, Line Clearing Department, Maintenance Shop for WPWA/City, Inventory Control for WPWA/City, Electric Utility Office, and the day-to-day operation of City Hall.) This position also includes responsibility for planning, designing and coordinating all major utility projects. The position operates through authority vested by the Wagoner Public Works Authority Board of Directors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Administers three individual major utilities: water, sewer, and electric. Administers combined departmental budgets of approximately $12.5 million with assistance of the Chairman. Establishes and monitors necessary financial control systems and departmental reporting procedures and systems. Reviews and assists departmental budget requests, develops and recommends final proposed Public Works Authority budget to Board of Directors.

2. Supervises the Wagoner Public Works Authority employing approximately 30-40 persons and the City of Wagoner employing approximately 80-100 persons. Conducts regular department head meetings. Responsible for supervisor development training. Responsible for continuous employee evaluation and training. Responsible for recommending employee promotions and for all disciplinary actions in City and Public Works departments.

3. Appoints department heads with the support of the Mayor as provided by State laws and/or local ordinances.

4. Supervises activities of departments performing functions such as all emergency management services, construction of civic works, and purchase of supplies and equipment.

5. Assist the Mayor in Preparing annual budget and submits estimates to authorized elected officials for approval.

6. Plans for future development of urban areas to provide for population growth and expansion of public services.

7. Coordinate work activities of civic works with other units [sic: Public Works] to prevent delays in actions required or to improve services to the public.

8. Plans and conducts, or arranges for (in coordination with Human Resource Director) indoctrination and training of personnel.

9. Approves leave requests of supervisors, evaluates personnel performance, and initiates disciplinary actions.

10. Reviews reports, papers and other records prepared by personnel for clarity, completeness, accuracy, and conformance with agency policies.

11. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Broad knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four-year college degree, plus 5 years related experience and/or training, and 9 to 10 years related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the organization. Ability to read, analyze, and understand general business/company related articles and professional journals; Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policy/procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to read, analyze, and understand common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; Ability to respond to complex or difficult inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format; Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to read, analyze, and understand the most complex documents; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints; Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style; Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal, logical or scientific symbolism such as formulas, scientific equations, and graphs. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver’s License.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified City Manager, DEQ LICENSING Water and or Wastewater Operator and lab.

Résumés are preferred. Applications are on-line (wagonerok.org) or at City Hall. Please submit resumes and applications in-person, by mail, email or fax to:

City of Wagoner

P.O. Box 406

231 Church Street

Wagoner, OK 74467

918-485-4586

F 918-485-4748

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Wagoner, OK 74467 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wagoner, OK 74467: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000