Public Works Director

GENERAL FUND CITY OF WILMER TEXAS•Wilmer, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Works Director provides executive-level leadership, management, and oversight of the City of Wilmer’s Public Works operations and infrastructure. The Director is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the maintenance, operation, improvement, and long-range development of City infrastructure and public facilities, including streets, drainage, water and wastewater systems, facilities, fleet, rights-of-way, landscaping, grounds maintenance, and other assigned municipal services. The Director oversees the maintenance and appearance of City-owned properties, public rights-of-way, medians, landscaped areas, and other assigned public spaces. Responsibilities include coordinating mowing, landscaping, tree and vegetation maintenance, irrigation, litter and debris removal, beautification efforts, and related grounds-maintenance activities performed by City employees or contractors. The Director serves as a key member of the City’s leadership team and works closely with the City Administrator, City Council, engineers, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, and other City departments to ensure Public Works services are delivered safely, efficiently, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public works, municipal utilities, infrastructure, construction, or a closely related field, including supervisory or management experience.
An equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Must be able to respond to Public Works emergencies as necessary.
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of the City's required background and pre-employment screening.
Must maintain any licenses or certifications required for assigned duties.

Nice To Haves

Municipal public works leadership experience.
Experience managing water/wastewater systems, streets, drainage, facilities, fleet, and capital projects.
Knowledge of Texas municipal operations and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirements.
Experience with municipal budgeting, procurement, construction contracts, and capital improvement program management.
Relevant TCEQ water/wastewater licenses, Certified Public Manager credentials, APWA credentials, or professional engineering experience/licensure are preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs the day-to-day operations of the Public Works Department and supervises assigned employees, supervisors, and contractors.
Oversees City streets, drainage systems, water distribution, wastewater collection, rights-of-way, facilities, fleet, and other assigned infrastructure.
Develops short- and long-range infrastructure maintenance and capital improvement plans.
Identifies infrastructure deficiencies and recommends priorities, projects, funding strategies, and corrective actions to the City Administrator.
Develops and administers the department's annual operating and capital budgets and monitors expenditures.
Oversees contractors, engineers, consultants, and vendors performing Public Works and infrastructure projects.
Reviews project scopes, plans, specifications, estimates, schedules, change orders, pay applications, and project closeout documentation.
Conducts field inspections and ensures work performed by City employees and contractors meets City standards and contractual requirements.
Coordinates water and wastewater operations and ensures compliance with applicable TCEQ requirements and other regulatory standards.
Develops preventive maintenance programs for streets, drainage, utilities, equipment, vehicles, and City facilities.
Oversees emergency response related to water main breaks, sewer issues, flooding, severe weather, roadway hazards, and other Public Works emergencies.
Establishes departmental policies, procedures, work standards, safety practices, and performance expectations.
Hires, trains, evaluates, disciplines, and develops Public Works personnel in coordination with Human Resources and the City Administrator.
Responds to citizen concerns and service requests and ensures issues are appropriately investigated, documented, and resolved.
Coordinates with Community Development, Police, Fire, Finance, Administration, and other departments on projects and operational matters.
Assists with development review by evaluating infrastructure impacts, utility availability, drainage, streets, and other Public Works considerations.
Prepares reports, recommendations, presentations, and agenda materials for the City Administrator and City Council.
Attends City Council meetings, workshops, development meetings, and other meetings as required.
Assists with procurement, bidding, contract administration, and compliance with City purchasing requirements.
Maintains appropriate records concerning infrastructure, maintenance activities, projects, inspections, equipment, and departmental operations.
Performs other duties as assigned by the City Administrator.