Assistant Division Manager, Public Works

City of Tacoma; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tacoma is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Division Manager within the Transportation Division. This role oversees long-range transportation planning, project delivery, grant applications, and community engagement, guiding multimodal initiatives that improve safety, equity, and connectivity across Tacoma.

As lead liaison to the Transportation Commission and Bicycle & Pedestrian Technical Advisory Committee, you will manage key plans and budgets,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, business or public administration or directly related field.
• 6 years of experience in one or more fields of public works, including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level.
• Washington State Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage staff, assignments, workload projections, projects, programs, and develop and implement project delivery processes and strategies.
• Responds professionally to community and City Council concerns/complaints associated with managed programs, including explanation of technical and policy matters in written reports, meetings, public settings, and presentations.
• Develop budgetary projections and manage budgets for supervised programs.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning/engineering/business/public administration

Job description

The Environment and Public Works Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Division Manager within the Transportation Division. This position manages the Transportation Planning and Mobility Section, oversees long-range transportation planning, planning and implementation of transportation projects, including grant application and community outreach efforts, regional coordination on multimodal projects, and represents the City of Tacoma on technical and policy advisory groups. Transportation Planning and Mobility Section programs include management of the City of Tacoma Active Transportation, Safe Routes to School, Travel Demand Management, and Vision Zero programs, guiding strategic initiatives that shape a safer, more connected, and more equitable transportation system for our community. The incumbent also serves as the lead liaison to the City’s Transportation Commission and Bicycle and Pedestrian Technical Advisory Committee, and manages key planning documents, including the Transportation and Mobility Plan of the One Tacoma Comprehensive Plan, Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. This role will lead complex projects and programs, working closely with internal and external partners to develop well-supported, forward-thinking solutions to create and sustain a transformative multimodal system that connects people to places and people to people.

Essential Leadership Duties and Skills

• A highly skilled, effective leader that knows how to build and maintain morale, provide accountability and build strong relationships based on trust and respect.
• Actively demonstrates high levels of employee engagement, coachability, mentoring, and responsibility for personal and team performance and results.
• Empower people to make good decisions providing access to necessary information, training, and resources; and encouraging collaborative problem-solving.
• Explains technical and policy matters clearly in written reports, presentations, meetings, and public settings.
• Develop effective relationships internally and externally to keep the Transportation team connected to supported internal departments, external entities and partner agencies.
• Lead and manage staff, assignments, workload projections, projects, programs, and develop and implement project delivery processes and strategies.
• Responds professionally to community and City Council concerns/complaints associated with managed programs, including explanation of technical and policy matters in written reports, meetings, public settings, and presentations.
• Develop budgetary projections and manage budgets for supervised programs.

Minimum Education*

Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, business or public administration or directly related field.

Minimum Experience*

6 years of experience in one or more fields of public works, including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level.

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements

Washington State Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility.

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Other Requirements

Work has historically been performed in an office environment. At the time of this posting, Environment and Public Works office staff may be eligible for a telework schedule. Workplace expectations, guidance, and requirements around hybrid work schedules continue to evolve as we strive for a balanced approach that serves our community. This position requires periodic travel throughout the City to investigate conditions and streets within a study area and conduct community engagement. This position requires participation in meetings and events, usually as part of community engagement activities, Committee, Boards, and Commission staffing, and City Council support, outside of normal working hours, including early morning, evening, and weekends.

Division Overview

This position is located within the Transportation Division of the Environment and Public Works Department. The mission of the Transportation Division is to support the City of Tacoma’s goals through the fiscally and environmentally responsible planning, design, maintenance, and operation of transportation systems for everyone who lives, works, or plays in Tacoma. Our services enhance the community by improving the function of the multi-modal transportation network for all users.

Safe

We prioritize the safety of all users, and strive to build a transportation system that provides safe and reliable access for all users and neighborhoods.

Equitable

We center anti-racism in our work and work to decrease disparities in our transportation system.

Sustainable

We recognize that transportation is a leading contributor to local greenhouse gas emissions and work to improve the efficiency of our existing investments and to prioritize active transportation and transit in new investments.

City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.

The Community

Tacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.

With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Hourly Rate: $67.84 - $95.51

Annual Salary: $141.107.20 - $198,660.80

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