Assistant Utilities Director

DescriptionSEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION FOR BENEFITS AND INCENTIVESUnder limited supervision, performs administrative, supervisory and technical work in planning, directing, coordinating, evaluating and maintaining the operations of the Utilities Department water and wastewater infrastructure inclusive of water resources, water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, wastewater collection, reclaimed water treatment, reclaimed water distribution and industrial pretreatment and other support areas. Work is performed under the general direction of the Utilities Director.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Assists Director in developing and implementing department policies, procedures and programs;Assists Director to ensure each program or division is in compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Broward County Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department and other regulatory agencies as needed.Manages the work of assigned personnel and divisions; delegates and reviews work assignments to ensure its timely, cost-effective, and meets standards.Provides engineering and project management support for assigned Utility projects, inclusive of design, construction, survey and inspection as well as the associated Capital Improvement Program.  Assist with review and approval of standard developer agreements; review and approval of plans and permit process.Assist, develop and manage, and / or implement various Department initiatives inclusive of work plan, asset management, GIS, grants, pilot studies, other planning and operational improvements, prepares and presents reports associated with the tasks.Assists with grievances and discipline, reviews employee performance evaluations, interviews and makes recommendations regarding hiring of personnel;Assist with the preparation, implementation and management of the operational and capital improvement budgets; monitors and approves expenditures, forecast funding needs, develop summary spreadsheets, briefings, presentations and additional items as needed.Assists in the preparation, implementation and monitoring of the Department’s Strategic Plan.  Respond to citizen complaints, issues, and media inquiries as assigned.Attends meetings and hearing and represents the department at public functions.  Serves as acting director in the absence of the director.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms other related work as required. During emergency conditions, Town of Davie essential employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. Employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEREQUIRED : Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or closely related discipline. Five (5) to seven (7) years professional or administrative experience in the operation and direction of a municipal utilities system; with three (3) to five (5) years supervisory experience.Five (5) years progressively responsible engineering experience in the design and construction water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, reclaimed water treatment, waste water collection, or other public utility projects.LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS : REQUIRED : Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class "E" Driver's License with a good driving history.If selected, candidate will be required to submit a lifetime driving history.PREFERRED : Possession of a current License as a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.A Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Public Administration or closely related field.Special RequirementsCurrent Incentives / Benefits :  Incentive :  $100 / pay period$1000 – paid out in December 2024 (prorated based on hire date)$1000 - paid out in June 2025 (prorated based on hire date)Health Insurance100% paid by the Town for single coverage, 50% paid by the Town for dependents.  Schedule : 4 day work week - 10 hour days (Monday-Thursday)Leave :  Holidays – 13 days per year.Executive Leave - 96 hours per yearSick Leave – 3.69 hours accrued per pay periodVacation Leave – Accrue 2 weeks per year, accrual rate increases every 5 years (capped at 4 weeks after 10 years of service).Birthday Leave – 1 day per year after successfully passing probationQuality Service – 1 day per year after successfully passing probation and other conditions.Wellness Days – 2 days per year after successfully passing probation. Pension / Retirement :  Town Sponsored Pension – mandatory 3% contributions per pay period.457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Employee is entitled to make voluntary contributions through the payroll to the Town sponsored 457 deferred compensation plan only.APPLICATION ASSISTANCE / INFORMATION : Incomplete fields : all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Required documentation : copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated. Driving history : to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.govMilitary personnel records : to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.govAssistance with online application : for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email :  support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9 : 00 a.m. and 8 : 00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.Additional assistance : for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.REGULATIONS / ACCOMMODATIONSEEO Policy : it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.  Tobacco Policy : the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.    Reasonable Accommodations : applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.E-Verify : the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.Veterans' Preference : the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Job DetailsSalary $140,806.00 - $175,742.00 AnnuallyLocation Davie, FLJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number25-042DepartmentWater and Sewer ServicesOpening Date01 / 16 / 2025Closing DateContinuousAgency infoAgencyTown of DaviePhone954-797-1100 WebsiteAddress 8800 SW 36th Street Davie, Florida, 33328

Salary : $140,806 - $175,742