Public Works Operations Manager

City of Palm Bay; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Palm Bay is seeking a seasoned Public Works Director to oversee planning, budgeting, and multi-division operations within the Public Works Department. The role requires strategic leadership, strong financial acumen, and the ability to liaison with city staff, contractors, and elected officials.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, supervise managers and staff, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while guiding initiatives in infrastructure and public

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of management/supervisory experience required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and have an acceptable, safe driving record.
• Knowledge of and ability to use various computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, data base management, project management, E-mail, and the Internet).

Responsibilities

• Assists Director with coordinating the activities of the Public Works Department.
• Oversees assigned divisions.
• Plans, organizes, and approves operating budgets to ensure a balanced fiscal position; responsible for divisional budgeting, departmental accounting, and financial reporting requirements.
• Develops and maintains internal projects, operational plans, and scheduling.
• Develops and maintains client relationships with City departments and other outside governmental agencies.
• Establishes appropriate levels of staffing for the assigned divisions.
• Manages and coordinates the activities of subordinate managers, supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; and conducting performance evaluations, etc.

Skills

Public works management

Budgeting

Computer applications

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

High School Diploma

Job description

City of Palm Bay is seeking a seasoned Public Works Director to oversee planning, budgeting, and multi-division operations within the Public Works Department. The role requires strategic leadership, strong financial acumen, and the ability to liaison with city staff, contractors, and elected officials.

The successful candidate will manage budgets, supervise managers and staff, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while guiding initiatives in infrastructure and public