Assistant Director of Utilities

CITY OF BRUSH • Brush, CO

4d • $84,388 - $128,011 • Onsite

About The Position

Manages and directs all operations of the City’s Utilities Department. The Utilities Department is responsible for: Water, Wastewater and Answers directly to the Public Works Director.

Requirements

• Must meet requirements listed below to be considered to move on in the application process.
• Expected to follow a 40 hour work week of Monday through Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm, but may also be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Expert knowledge in all areas of Utilities practices, procedures, planning and administration.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, methods and practices related to the drainage facilities, water and wastewater facilities.
• Knowledge of equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair systems and practices.
• Follows and enforces employee compliance with all applicable safety and occupational health rules and regulations.
• Coordinates with the Risk Manager on continued safety training for staff.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and plans.
• Ability to initiate, implement and follow through the entire bid process.
• Ability to coordinate and plan work activities with all City departments and other government entities.
• Ability to organize and manage department projects and operations.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prepare professional level correspondence using these applications.
• Familiarity with computer GIS mapping programs.
• Ability to maintain records for work schedules, work activities and projects.
• Ability to work in both the office and the field settings.
• Ability to use and learn the proper use of power equipment.
• Ability to follow complex oral and written directions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong managerial and supervisory leadership skills.
• High level of familiarity with working with the HR Director on interviewing, selection and hiring of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising and monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues; reviewing and approving time records and leave requests.
• Ability to respond to citizens’ issues in a cordial and professional manner.
• Ability to set a positive leadership example through the display of professionalism, courtesy and appropriate tact and discretion with employees and the general public.
• Shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior and maintain effective work relationships with supervisors, colleagues, employees and the general public.
• The employee shall work well under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines.
• Requires sitting, climbing, squatting, stooping and overhead reaching occasionally.
• Requires standing, walking and carrying frequently.
• Requires angular reaching, wrist flexion/extension, elbow flexion/extension, supination/pronation (wrist/elbow rotation) and grasping constantly.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds from the ground to waist level occasionally.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds in kneeling position overhead occasionally.
• Ability to pull 75 pounds for 10 feet occasionally.
• Ability to one-hand carry various hand tools occasionally.
• Ability to two-hand carry 43 pounds for 66 feet occasionally.
• Ability to two-hand carry 50 pounds to 32 feet occasionally.
• Ability to overhead lift 30 pounds from ground to overhead occasionally.
• Ability to pull 50 pounds for 200 feet occasionally.
• Exposure to forceful exertions, postural stresses, upper extremity vibrations, sharp tools, slick flooring, confined areas, noise, fumes/dust/dirt, heights above ground and adverse weather conditions which include (but not limited to) extreme temperatures, temperature changes and moisture.
• Must have the levels B Water and B Wastewater Operators Licenses and Level 3 in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Licenses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook required.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Water/Waste Water operations, plus 3-5 years of experience in a management role required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the functions and duties may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial Driver’s License a plus.
• Water and Wastewater Operator A and Distribution and Collections Operator 4 is preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of the following departments: Water, Wastewater
• Performs construction management.
• Performs mapping.
• Maintains administrative, supervisory and managerial responsibility for: water and wastewater.
• Responsible for the design, construction, repair and maintenance of infrastructure and coordinating related services.
• Assists with contract administration for the department’s service agreements.
• Organizes and manages the department’s construction projects which also includes the management of large-scale projects.
• Responsible for communication with engineers and contractors / subcontractors.
• Will learn and assist with Public Works Department as instructed.
• Responsible for the management and maintenance of the department’s fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Responsible for managing the maintenance of departments City fleet vehicles and equipment and managing maintenance records.
• Ensures all operations are performed in a safe and efficient manner and that all employees have been properly trained before beginning any task.
• Coordinates as directed, will plan closely with all City departments and other government entities.
• May also attend with others that represents the City at various state and local organizations and agencies.
• Responsible for preparing various professional reports and correspondence.
• Assist in obtaining right away permits from CDOT.
• Manages and participates in the development, administration and adherence of the department’s budgets.
• Oversee all purchasing for the department and authorizes all purchase orders.
• Ensure departmental purchasing is consistent with City purchasing policy.
• Provides coordination and assistance with grant writing and obtaining grant funding.
• Provides cost estimates to determine funding needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Brush is an EOE, if you require alternative methods of application or screening you can request this directly by contacting our HR Officer at 970-842-5001 or by downloading an application for Reasonable Modification Request Form

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed