Public Works and Utilities Director

City of Evans; Evans (CO); On-site; USD 131,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Evans is seeking a Public Works & Utilities Director to lead the department overseeing water, wastewater, street maintenance and infrastructure. The role requires strategic planning, budgeting and staff leadership to ensure reliable service and compliance with regulations.

Under administrative direction, the director serves on the city’s senior leadership team and reports to the City Manager, guiding daily operations and long-range capital improvements with a focus on safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration or civil engineering; six years progressively responsible professional experience in engineering, public works, or construction.
• Master’s degree in public administration preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates operations of the Public Works & Utilities Department including streets, water/wastewater, storm drainage, fleet maintenance, and engineering activities.
• Develops and implements rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance the department’s mission, goals, and objectives.
• Plans the proper, robust, and routine maintenance, in coordination with the City’s Facility Maintenance Division, of all buildings and grounds utilized by the Public Works & Utilities Department.
• Plans, in conjunction with consultants and/or subordinate staff, the design and construction of public works projects.
• Directs the proper, robust, and routine maintenance of all drainage appurtenances, including public drainage ditches and detention basins to ensure proper volume and functionality, and conformance with state law.

Skills

Budgeting

Public works mgmt

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Public Administration/Civil Engineering

Job description

POSITION

Public Works & Utilities Director

DEPARTMENT

Public Works & Utilities

REQUISITION

1556

STATUS

Full-time/Exempt

SALARY RANGE

$130,559 - $182,782/year, DOQ

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M-5:00 P.M.

OPENING DATE

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

CLOSING DATE

Open Until Filled (First Review Date: Friday, February 9, 2024)

REPORTS TO

CITY MANAGER

FLSA STATUS

EXEMPT

SUMMARY

Under administrative direction, leads, directs, and manages all activities of the City’s Public Works & Utilities Department, including engineering, infrastructure maintenance and operation for the water, wastewater, storm drainage, street, serves as water resource manager for the City. Serves as a member of the City Manager’s senior leadership team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates operations of the Public Works & Utilities Department including streets, water/wastewater, storm drainage, fleet maintenance, and engineering activities.
• Develops and implements rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance the department’s mission, goals, and objectives.
• Plans the proper, robust, and routine maintenance, in coordination with the City’s Facility Maintenance Division, of all buildings and grounds utilized by the Public Works & Utilities Department.
• Plans, in conjunction with consultants and/or subordinate staff, the design and construction of public works projects.
• Directs the proper, robust, and routine maintenance of all drainage appurtenances, including public drainage ditches and detention basins to ensure proper volume and functionality, and conformance with state law.
• Directs the proper, robust, and routine maintenance of all public streets and street medians to include snow plowing, street sweeping, trash/debris removal in support of safety, community beautification, and infrastructure management.
• Directs the assistance given to property owners, contractors, developers, other agencies, and the public in the area of public works and utilities.
• Directs the inspection of all public works construction projects for adherence to approved plans and specifications and directs the testing of construction materials in preparation for payment to contractors.
• Directs surveys for new public works projects, the improvement of existing public works facilities, and the preparation of designs, plans, estimates and contracts for public works projects.
• Participates in research and preparation of proposals for annexations, infrastructure requirements, and capital improvement plans in coordination with city leadership.
• Oversees the City of Evans’ water resources, adherence to drinking water standards, compliance with environmental standards for the wastewater system, and long range infrastructure planning including water system improvement plans, wastewater system improvements and storm drainage improvements.
• Keeps the City Manager informed with timely updates on departmental issues, activities and programs, with immediate notification of significant events involving personnel or public infrastructure.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of federal and state laws, local statutes, ordinances, standards, procedures, and trends related to department functions, and ensures their implementation.
• Remains current on issues and trends relative to the department and service delivery responsibilities; responds to and resolves sensitive and complex community and organizational inquiries and complaints. Conveys City Council and city management goals to staff; interprets municipal codes and policies.
• Monitors departmental operations and customer service to ensure quality control; identifies and resolves deficiencies; prepares and presents periodic and special staff reports on departmental issues and projects. Interacts with other departments and agencies to promote and coordinate activities.
• Manages, supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff and functions; responsible for hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Schedules employees, assigns work, and monitors progress; guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; writes and conducts evaluations.
• Collaboratively works with leadership team to develop, present and implement the City budget to City Council. Determines levels of staff, equipment, and other resources needed to effectively and efficiently provide departmental services and programs. Monitors and approves expenditures.
• Serves as a member of the City’s leadership team. Represents the City in meetings with professional organizations, other public agencies, and the public. Participates and assists with policy recommendations as needed.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the City Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration or civil engineering; six years progressively responsible professional experience in engineering, public works, or construction. Master’s degree in public administration preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of methods, equipment, materials, principals, and standard practices used in construction maintenance, repair, and operation of public works structures and systems.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of management including organizational development, budgeting, employee supervision, and training.
• Skill in developing, monitoring and maintaining budgets.
• Skill in directing and managing all activities and operations related to public works.
• Skill in planning, organizing, assigning and coordinating the activities of professional and technical staff.
• Skill in determining levels of staff, equipment, and other resources needed to effectively and efficiently provide departmental services and programs.
• Skill in assessing community and City needs and strategically planning for the future of the department.
• Skill in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures in order to achieve department mission, goals, and objectives.
• Skill in directing, overseeing, and evaluating operational and management issues.
• Skill in dealing constructively with conflict, developing consensus and facilitating change.
• Skill in the safe and lawful operation of a motor vehicle.
• Ability to administer, plan and direct comprehensive projects.
• Ability to analyze and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ability to ensure compliance with, and follow standard safety practices and procedures common to construction and maintenance work.
• Ability to motivate, lead, supervise and train employees.
• Ability to regularly exercise discretionary authority.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to research, evaluate, and use new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
• Ability to effectively represent the City in meetings with professional organizations, other public agencies, and the public.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and comply with complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, computer equipment and software including word processing, data base management, spreadsheet applications and electronic mail.
• Ability to listen well and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, management, other agencies, and the general public.

LICENSING AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Colorado Driver's License

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, talk, hear and see.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Conducts work out in the field to monitor and completes inspections on public works construction project as needed. Travels to and from professional and agency meetings.

The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card).

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