DWM Watershed Manager II (Safety & Security)

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

8d•$80,594 - $95,000

About The Position

The Watershed Manager II works in the Department of Watershed Management’s Office of Safety, Security & Emergency Management (OSSEM) Administration Unit. The role leads administrative, operational, finance, and human resources functions and serves as a primary liaison to other offices within the Department of Watershed Management. It leads contract and budget management, supports OSSEM leadership, oversees IT-related projects and procurement initiatives, and supports hiring and recruitment. The position reports directly to the OSSEM Director and works to foster collaboration, team synergy, and effective team dynamics. The manager oversees the Department of Watershed Management’s Driver Risk Management program, leading a team that manages program data, systems, and hardware, monitors coaching effectiveness, and develops performance improvements. The position also contributes to team structure and a positive internal and external identity for OSSEM, advocates for City of Atlanta objectives, and promotes and executes OSSEM’s mission and values. Working independently or with other managers, the position exercises decision-making autonomy within established safety and security rules, policies, and procedures. The role manages administrative staff and operations, budget and procurement, contracts, records, policy implementation, IT and data systems, operational resources, research, and special projects. It may represent OSSEM in high-level meetings and programs. The work is performed in an office environment and may include site visits, supplier and contractor meetings, and training-related tasks.

Requirements

At least five years of experience working as a business or administration manager.
A bachelor’s degree in administration or a computer-related field, or at least five years in a managerial position.
At least five years of business management experience in a safety, security, and emergency management environment or related field.
Knowledge of Driver Risk Management.
Certified Public Manager certification.
State-issued driver’s license.
Lean Six Sigma Management certification.
Administration/Public Management certifications.
Ability to train, supervise, and assign duties.
Technology literacy and ability to navigate system and software applications, including Microsoft applications; experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to interpret and implement policies, regulations, and guidelines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills and sound decision-making ability.
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks in a changing environment.
Ability to understand and execute an organization’s mission and vision.
Ability to work with documents and computers in an office environment and perform site visits and training-related tasks.
Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or to move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Manager certification.
Strong computer literacy.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another computer-related field.
At least five years of experience in business management, administration, contract management, and budget management in a public-sector organization.
Lean Six Sigma Management certification.

Responsibilities

Manage a team of administrative professionals, establish roles and accountability, and ensure timely, high-quality completion of work and management priorities.
Train, coach, and mentor staff.
Oversee daily operations and coordinate workflows, workplace operations, and office management.
Support OSSEM leadership in developing staffing plans and work with Human Resources on onboarding, recruitment, employee relations support, recognition, and training development.
Develop and manage the fiscal-year budget, oversee procurement, monitor expenses, and support the OSSEM Director’s financial decision-making.
Manage contract governance and obligations, maintain business relationships with contract participants, and administer contracts from creation through execution, compliance, and renewal.
Support policy implementation with the OSSEM Director and department representatives.
Prepare and communicate finance, procurement, and contract reporting.
Oversee records-retention procedures.
Manage the Driver Risk Management program’s data, systems, and hardware; monitor coaching effectiveness; and develop performance improvements.
Oversee IT and data systems and operational resources, and work with leadership to plan for future needs.
Develop strategies and support an environment conducive to collaboration, effective work, and collegiality.
Support research into process and operational improvement.
Handle special projects for the OSSEM Director to support team and organizational development.
Represent OSSEM in high-level meetings and programs as needed.
Promote and execute OSSEM’s mission and values, support City of Atlanta and department objectives, and foster team alignment and a positive OSSEM identity.
Perform other duties as assigned.