Public Works Director

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Department: Public Works

Pay Grade: A24

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Engineering Department including engineering services and inspections, drainage, facility maintenance, fleet maintenance, and contract administration; coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager. The Director of Public Works is expected to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in accomplishing program objectives, and is held responsible for the effectiveness of division operations. This class performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops, manages and directs a comprehensive public works and engineering program.
• Develops and administers departmental goals, objectives and procedures.
• Analyzes and assesses programs, policies and operational needs and makes appropriate adjustments.
• Identifies and responds to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.
• Plans, organizes, direct and coordinates the work of staff.
• Delegates authority and responsibility.
• Analyzes problems, identifies alternative solutions, projects consequences of proposed actions and implements recommendations in support of goals.
• Researches, analyzes and evaluates new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Develops and coordinates the formulation of long-range planning including, financial and Capital Improvement Plans.
• Administers and coordinates engineering design, surveying and inspection.
• Manages, administers and coordinates departmental contracted service.
• Prepares and administers large and complex budgets.
• Interprets and applies applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Provides high-level management and administrative supervision. Maintain ultimate responsibility for the proper functioning and work performed by staff.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of an effective staff. Screen and recommend selection of new employees, provide for proper training of individuals, and ensure effective supervision and utilization of all subordinates.
• Practices effective communication and team-building skills to maintain a positive working relationship with and among employees. Abide by and ensure that all employees supervised abide by the City’s personnel policies. Enforce the discipline of employees as necessary.
• Manages City’s use of consultants for municipal projects, including selection, contract negotiations, overall direction, work review, and acceptance/rejection thereof.
• Manages Highway Users Funds and Federal projects including record keeping, adherence to applicable regulations, preparation of required reports and organization of financial accounts.
• Coordinates short and long-range planning for municipal infrastructure development and maintenance in the departments supervised, including acquisition, design, scheduling and financing options.
• Prepares and/or reviews plans and specifications for municipal projects. Call for bids, review and recommend bids for Council approval. Conduct bid openings and preconstruction conferences as needed.
• Provides oversight of project management on construction projects—ensures contractor compliance with time, material quality, workmanship, budget, and safety parameters for the project.
• Evaluates drainage, utility, transportation and traffic impacts of development proposals, permits, rezones, plats, etc. Prepare or direct the preparation of traffic, utility, and other studies and reports as needed.
• Oversees development and maintenance of a pavement management system and sidewalk inspection, maintenance, and enforcement program.
• Maintains regular contact with contract engineers, construction project engineers, City, County, State, and Federal agencies, and the general public regarding City public works activities and services.
• Coordinates, prepares, and delivers presentations concerning public works issues to the City Council, boards and commissions, and the public.
• Maintains a work schedule permitting easy access for the public. Respond to inquiries and complaints relating to public works policies and procedures, as well as to specific projects and issues.
• Prepares budget plans for capital expenditures for public works and engineering maintenance and construction projects.
• Assists the City Manager and Finance Director with the preparation of the overall budget for the City.
• Assists with the City’s special assessment process, including public hearings, record keeping, and responding to inquiries from members of the public.
• Attends City Council meetings as required.
• Participates in preparing the citywide capital improvement program.
• Develops and implements operational and administrative policies and procedures and recommends new and amended ordinances to resolve operational procedures;
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, coordinating efforts with related community programs and other City departments, assisting in the operation of programs and equipment as needed, investigating and preparing grant applications where appropriate, staying abreast of developments in the fields of public works and municipal management, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering, Planning, Public Administration or a closely related field; and
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible local government management experience, including supervisory experience;
• or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid State driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Special Requirements:

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of, transportation, planning, and engineering, including staff supervision and evaluation, mediation and conflict resolution, municipal budgeting procedures, and project management.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Skill in the use of methods, techniques, materials and equipment utilized in public works construction projects.
• Ability to frequently use of personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet programs, calculator, telephone, copy machine and fax machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The following physical abilities are required: feeling, fingering, handling, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work requires decision making that could lead to major community or organizational consequences if this position fails to make the appropriate decision at the time.

Page has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.