Public Works Operations Lead — Assistant Division Manager

City of College Station; Texas; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of College Station is seeking an Assistant Division Manager to support Public Works Operations, including streets, drainage, and landscape/irrigation maintenance. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, compliance with City standards, and staff supervision.

You will assist in implementing long-term strategic plans, coordinating with divisional leadership, and managing performance, budgets, and work plans. The position requires strong communication and emergency-response readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field and 3 years of related operations experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency with computers and work management software.
• Knowledge of MUTCD.
• Willingness and ability for emergency response.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of streets, drainage, landscape and irrigation maintenance activities with leadership guidance and performance management.
• Assist the Division Manager in coordinating strategic plans, annual work plans, and maintenance programs; monitor budgets and expenditures.
• Oversee maintenance activities through the work management system and ensure proper use of equipment and personnel.
• Review work orders, manage inventory, and coordinate contractor services.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations including Storm Water and Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
• Conduct field inspections and address construction repairs and citizen inquiries; propose operatonal improvements as needed.
• Coordinate with other departments and agencies during projects and emergencies.
• Prepare and maintain records, reports, schedules and other documentation to support planning and management decisions.
• May act as Division Manager in their absence.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

MUTCD knowledge

Emergency response availability

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

Work management software

Job description

City of College Station is seeking an Assistant Division Manager to support Public Works Operations, including streets, drainage, and landscape/irrigation maintenance. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, compliance with City standards, and staff supervision.

You will assist in implementing long-term strategic plans, coordinating with divisional leadership, and managing performance, budgets, and work plans. The position requires strong communication and emergency-response readiness.