Public Works Director — Strategic Infrastructure Leader

City of Homer; Homer (AK); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Homer is seeking an experienced Public Works Director to lead the department's operations and capital program on the Kenai Peninsula. You will oversee water, wastewater, streets, parks, and facilities; develop strategic plans, budgets, and policy guidance; and work closely with the City Manager and Council to deliver essential services for the community.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, project management, and grant experience, plus the ability to build consensus

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, Public administration, or related field desirable.
• Minimum of five years of experience in planning, construction, maintenance, or operations of public facilities, utilities or transportation systems.
• At least three years of this experience must have been at a managerial level and must have included responsibility for supervising professional level staff in government or city service position.
• Extensive knowledge of Public Works operation, federal and state regulations applicable to Public Works facilities required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to build consensus with diverse stakeholders.
• Valid Driver License required.

Responsabilidades

• Provides leadership for the department by developing, reviewing, updating, and implementing a strategic vision and plan for the department employees and infrastructure assets.
• Plans, budgets, and oversees employees engaged in the short and long term operation and maintenance activities related to City's infrastructure assets and facilities.
• Provides input into the Capital Improvement Plan, coordinates the design and construction of approved capital projects.
• Hires, reviews the performance of, and terminates department employees subject to the provisions of the Personnel Regulations. Supervises and directs all Public Works employees.
• Prepares and recommends annual operating budget for Public Works Department including: water, sewer, parks, motor pool, road maintenance, cemetery, airport terminal Port and Harbor maintenance, administration and capital outlay.
• Assists City Manager and Public Works employees to answer inquiries and resolve conflicts or complaints from the public.
• Coordinates the preparation of requests for proposals for consultant design and construction contracts. Monitors progress and approves pay requests. Coordinates the acquisition of all local, state and federal environmental and regulatory construction permits.
• Assists the preparation of grant/loan applications for capital projects and assures that grant/loan conditions are met during design and construction phases.
• Evaluates and recommends to City Manager the extent of maintenance required and requirements for equipment additions or replacement, annually during the budget process on a 5-year schedule.
• Coordinates with the Finance Director/Department to ensure all required paperwork for purchase orders, work orders, and billing of Public Works Department activities is completed.
• Advises City Manager on proposed City projects and their effect on the Public Works Department.
• Attends City Council work sessions/meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as directed by the City Manager.

Conocimientos

Public Works

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, or Public Administration

Descripción del empleo

The City of Homer is seeking an experienced Public Works Director to lead the department's operations and capital program on the Kenai Peninsula. You will oversee water, wastewater, streets, parks, and facilities; develop strategic plans, budgets, and policy guidance; and work closely with the City Manager and Council to deliver essential services for the community.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, project management, and grant experience, plus the ability to build consensus