Assistant Public Works Director

City of Maypearl; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corsicana seeks an Assistant Public Works Director to help lead the Public Works Department, overseeing water distribution, wastewater collection, drainage maintenance, and utility infrastructure. You will assist with budgeting, CIP planning, asset management, and regulatory compliance while guiding department staff and coordinating with other City teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a decade of municipal Public Works experience, including supervisory responsibilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal Public Works, water distribution, wastewater collection, utility operations, infrastructure management, construction management, engineering, or a closely related field, including at least five (5) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following TCEQ licenses as required by the City: Class C or higher Water Distribution license; Class III or higher Wastewater license.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director with the overall administration, management, and direction of the Department and assists in establishing departmental goals, policies, procedures, performance standards, priorities, and long-range plans.
• Coordinates Public Works divisions, supervisors, personnel, equipment, facilities, and programs to promote efficient and effective service delivery.
• Reviews operations and recommends improvements to procedures, organization, technology, and service delivery.
• Prepares reports, presentations, recommendations, and other information for the Director, City Manager, City Council, and other City officials.
• Represents Public Works at meetings with City officials, departments, contractors, consultants, agencies, civic organizations, and the public as assigned.
• Provides primary management oversight of water, wastewater collection, drainage maintenance, utility infrastructure, and related operations.

Skills

Public Works admin

Water/wastewater systems

Asset management

Project management

Budget & contracts

Leadership & supervision

Regulatory compliance

Emergency management

Plans & specs interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Ten years municipal PW experience with supervisory roles

Tools

TCEQ Water Distribution License - Class C

TCEQ Wastewater License - Class III

Job description

Under general direction of the Public Works Director, the Assistant Public Works Director serves as a key member of the Public Works management team and assists with the overall administration, management, planning, and coordination of the department, with primary responsibility for water, wastewater collection, drainage maintenance, utility infrastructure, and related operations.

The Assistant Director assists the Director with department-wide administration, personnel, budgeting, capital improvement projects, utility infrastructure planning, asset management, regulatory compliance, emergency operations, equipment, and coordination with other City departments.

The position exercises independent judgment within established policies and delegated authority, provides direction to assigned personnel and supervisors, and assists the Director in developing departmental goals, policies, procedures, budgets, performance standards, and long-range plans.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists the Director with the overall administration, management, and direction of the Department and assists in establishing departmental goals, policies, procedures, performance standards, priorities, and long-range plans.
• Coordinates Public Works divisions, supervisors, personnel, equipment, facilities, and programs to promote efficient and effective service delivery.
• Reviews operations and recommends improvements to procedures, organization, technology, and service delivery.
• Prepares reports, presentations, recommendations, and other information for the Director, City Manager, City Council, and other City officials.
• Represents Public Works at meetings with City officials, departments, contractors, consultants, agencies, civic organizations, and the public as assigned.
• Provides primary management oversight of water, wastewater collection, drainage maintenance, utility infrastructure, and related operations.
• Oversee utility construction related projects and ensure work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, contracts, City standards, and applicable regulations.
• Coordinates utility and infrastructure activities with Engineering, Planning and Zoning, Community Development, Utilities, Parks and Recreation, Police, Fire, and other City departments.
• Evaluates utility and infrastructure conditions and recommends priorities and procedures for repair, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement.
• Assists the Director in developing and administering the City's Public Works capital improvement program.
• Assists in maintaining an asset management program for water and wastewater infrastructure, equipment, vehicles, facilities, and other Public Works assets.
• Responds to citizen concerns or requests involving utility repairs, service interruptions, emergency response, work orders, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinates and meets with engineers, contractors, consultants, utility providers, developers, governmental agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitors project budgets, schedules, quality, progress, change orders, and compliance and assists in resolving project issues.
• Monitors requirements of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and other regulatory agencies applicable to water distribution and wastewater collection operations.
• Assists with maintaining required permits, licenses, certifications, inspections, records, and regulatory documentation.
• Maintains sufficient technical knowledge of water distribution, wastewater collection, utility construction, utility maintenance, equipment, and related Public Works operations to effectively oversee departmental activities.
• Conducts field inspections and visits utility construction projects, maintenance sites, facilities, equipment yards, and other City properties as necessary.
• Assists the Director with workforce planning, recruitment, employee development, succession planning, performance management, and employee relations.
• Provides direction and support to Public Works supervisors and managers regarding personnel and operational matters.
• Supervises assigned personnel and provides administrative oversight of employees as designated by the Director.
• Promotes safe work practices and assists with investigations involving accidents, equipment failures, infrastructure failures, property damage, and other significant incidents.
• Provides management direction during water main breaks, sewer failures, flooding, severe weather, equipment failures, utility service interruptions, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies.
• Coordinates emergency resources and response with the City Manager's Office, Police, Fire, Emergency Management, Utilities, Parks and Recreation, and other departments.
• Responds to significant Public Works emergencies outside normal working hours as required.
• Assists in evaluating equipment performance, maintenance, replacement needs, and operational suitability.
• Maintains the ability to safely operate or demonstrate the operation of applicable light and heavy equipment, including tractors, trucks, rollers, dozers, graders, loaders, and similar equipment, when required for training, evaluation, emergency response, or operational oversight.
• Performs other duties as required by the nature of the position or as assigned.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, or a closely related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal Public Works, water distribution, wastewater collection, utility operations, infrastructure management, construction management, engineering, or a closely related field, including at least five (5) years of supervisory or management experience.

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following TCEQ licenses as required by the City:
Class C or higher Water Distribution license.
Class III or higher Wastewater license.

The required TCEQ licenses must be obtained within two and one-half (2-1/2) years of the date of hire. Additional certifications in utility management, project management, construction management, asset management, emergency management, safety, or related Public Works areas are desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Municipal Public Works administration and management.
• Water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Utility construction, maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation.
• Utility infrastructure planning and asset management.
• Capital improvement planning and project management.
• Construction methods, materials, plans, specifications, grades, elevations, and measurements.
• Budget preparation, purchasing, contract administration, and financial management.
• Personnel management, employee development, and supervisory practices.
• Applicable federal, State, County, and City laws, regulations, policies, and safety standards.
• TCEQ requirements applicable to water distribution and wastewater collection.
• Emergency management and utility disaster response.
• Safe operation of Public Works equipment when required.
• Prepare, read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Communicate effectively with employees, City officials, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and the public.
• Prepare clear reports, correspondence, presentations, and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The City of Corsicana is committed to a safe and professional workplace. Applicants must:

• Maintain a 100% drug- and alcohol-free workplace
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• Have and maintain a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License Class A (CDL)
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Successfully complete a one-year probationary period
• Pass a criminal history check, background investigation, and drug screening to be considered for employment