What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Public Works position at Powhatan County?
JOB
This position is responsible for direct supervision of the County’s capital project functions and assists the Public Works Director in managing overall departmental operations. Duties include overseeing capital projects, supporting daily operations, managing staff, coordinating with stakeholders, and serving as Acting Director when needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist the Public Works Director in developing and implementing departmental goals, polices, and procedures.Act as a key advisor to the Director, providing recommendations for improving operations and achieving strategic outcomes.Lead initiatives or projects as assigned by the Director.Manage the planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects, including new construction.Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Monitor project milestones, conduct site visits, and address any issues that may impact project delivery.Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and organizational policies related to capital projects.Assist in preparing and managing the department’s annual budget.Review expenditures, support grant application, cost analysis, and other financial initiatives as directed. Supervise assigned staff, providing direction, feedback, and professional development opportunities. Serve as acting director in the absence of the Public Works Director. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment across the department. Act as liaison between the department, other organizational units, and external stakeholders.Represent the department at meetings, presentations, and community events as needed.Respond to inquiries and address concerns from staff, leadership, or the public.Assist in the development and execution of emergency response and continuity of operations plans.Track performance metrics for assigned areas of responsibility and prepare reports for leadership.Analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.Assist in managing and negotiating services contracts and the work of external contractors.Assist in developing building maintenance schedules and maintenance item spreadsheets, including cost, labor and time estimatesCoordinates emergency response operations, including snow removal and snow clean up.Coordinates the departments safety program training for assigned personnel.Performs related duties.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The Director of Public Works assigns work in terms of very general instruction with departmental goals and objectives referenced. The supervisor observes department activities, gives reports, attends conferences, and spot-checks completed work, as needed, for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the results.
This position is responsible for direct supervision of the County’s capital project functions and assists the Public Works Director in managing overall departmental operations. Duties include overseeing capital projects, supporting daily operations, managing staff, coordinating with stakeholders, and serving as Acting Director when needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Assist the Public Works Director in developing and implementing departmental goals, polices, and procedures.Act as a key advisor to the Director, providing recommendations for improving operations and achieving strategic outcomes.Lead initiatives or projects as assigned by the Director.Manage the planning, budgeting, and execution of capital improvement projects, including new construction.Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Monitor project milestones, conduct site visits, and address any issues that may impact project delivery.Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and organizational policies related to capital projects.Assist in preparing and managing the department’s annual budget.Review expenditures, support grant application, cost analysis, and other financial initiatives as directed. Supervise assigned staff, providing direction, feedback, and professional development opportunities. Serve as acting director in the absence of the Public Works Director. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment across the department. Act as liaison between the department, other organizational units, and external stakeholders.Represent the department at meetings, presentations, and community events as needed.Respond to inquiries and address concerns from staff, leadership, or the public.Assist in the development and execution of emergency response and continuity of operations plans.Track performance metrics for assigned areas of responsibility and prepare reports for leadership.Analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.Assist in managing and negotiating services contracts and the work of external contractors.Assist in developing building maintenance schedules and maintenance item spreadsheets, including cost, labor and time estimatesCoordinates emergency response operations, including snow removal and snow clean up.Coordinates the departments safety program training for assigned personnel.Performs related duties.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The Director of Public Works assigns work in terms of very general instruction with departmental goals and objectives referenced. The supervisor observes department activities, gives reports, attends conferences, and spot-checks completed work, as needed, for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the results.
