Public Works Director

City of Porterville • Porterville, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under administrative direction, plans, directs, and manages a variety of City operations and business services including water, sewer, storm drain, refuse, laboratory, utilities maintenance, streets, traffic, recycling, wastewater treatment, and fleet maintenance. Performs complex supervisory functions and oversees the public works staff to ensure effective operation of all divisions. This is a department director position and serves as a member of the City’s management team. The employee in this position works under the direction, is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of the City Manager.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering and/or public administration.
• Applicable State certificates in support of Public Works activities.
• Five years of managerial experience which includes responsibility in municipal public works operations, or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, methods and techniques of management, supervision and operation.
• Knowledge of operation and work methods typical of the functional areas described above including budgeting and administration.
• Knowledge of Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA).
• Knowledge of equipment, facilities, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair techniques on publicly owned structures, public water systems, sewer, storm drain and streets.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices applicable to Public Works projects.
• Ability to manage diverse operational activities.
• Ability to supervise employees including subordinate managers.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to analyze unusual situations and resolve through application of City policies.
• Ability to develop comprehensive plans to satisfy future needs of department services.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with conflict situations and direct effective resolutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, outside agencies and the general public.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in public administration or a related field is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and manages such City operations and regulatory compliance within the scope of Public Works, which includes refuse collection and recycling, maintenance of streets, sewer, storm drainage systems, traffic signal systems, water utilities, wastewater treatment, environmental laboratory, recycling, and fleet maintenance.
• Supervises key management employees (e.g., Field Services Manager and Superintendents) responsible for specific operations, regulatory compliances, reporting, and activities, and administrative support staff.
• Implements City policy and applicable laws and regulations relating to Public Works.
• Provides staff assistance to the City Manager in conducting and presenting administrative studies and impact reports; prepares and monitors the department’s annual budget that includes general and enterprise funds; prepares and recommends funding sources for long range capital improvement plans; prepares and presents a variety of reports, both verbally and in writing.
• Investigates and resolves complaints and disputes regarding subordinate activities and personnel; acts as source of information for City public works activities.
• Serves as a member of the City’s management team; serves on the management team for meet and confer sessions; may participate in administrative studies in areas outside the scope of regular duties.
• Performs emergency management functions as assigned.
• Represents the City at, and may serve on, various local, State and Federal regulatory boards and agencies for the City’s water system, sewage collection and treatment systems, and collection and recycling of the City’s solid waste.
• May be assigned additional professional/managerial duties as necessary.
• Represents and supports the policies and procedures established by the City Council and City Manager.

Benefits

• Background reference and fingerprint check
• Pre-employment physical and drug screening

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager