Public Works Operations Manager
Group: City of Jacksonville
Location: Jacksonville, Oregon
Salary Range: $58,000 - $68,000
Deadline Information: Applications First Review is Friday, April 21, 2023. Position Open Until Filled. Application Packet is available on City website.
Deadline Date: 04/21/2023
Posted Date: 04/12/2023
Website: http://jacksonvilleor.us
Contact Information for Applicants
Stacey Bray
treasurer@jacksonvilleor.us
541-899-1231 ext 913
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
• Manage the operation and maintenance of the City’s public infrastructure as well as all site development activities within the City limits.
• Direct the operations of the public works department, including the management of many disparate activities.
• Serve as technical advisor to the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council and staff relative to capital projects for the development and improvement of the City’s infrastructure.
• Direct the operation and maintenance of the City’s water distribution, storm water, Cemetery, Parks, street and traffic management systems.
• Works under the general direction of the City Administrator. Independence of action is required in the general performance of duties with work reviewed on the basis of results obtained.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:
Knowledge in construction management, business/public administration, and 10 years progressively responsible experience in public works operation and maintenance or multi-faceted organization, including five years in a management role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Advanced knowledge of safety practices and principles related to the operation and maintenance of public utilities systems operations, maintenance and repair.
• Expert knowledge of public works, facilities, utility operations and maintenance.
• Advanced knowledge of emergency management and the Incident Command System.
• Expert knowledge of strategic planning methods with an emphasis on services related to public works facilities, utility operations and maintenance.
• Expert knowledge of practices and principles of public/business administration and decision-making.
• Knowledge of public purchasing and contracting laws and regulation.
• Knowledge of human resources management practices.
• Advanced knowledge of water distribution systems operations and maintenance.
Licensing/Special Requirements:
• Water Distribution Level III.
• Cross Connection Control Specialist
• Positions in this classification are required to possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet the City’s driving standards, preferably have a CDL.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to this class.
1. Direct and manage departmental operations including assisting with budget, administrative compliance and staff supervision. Develop, review and approve departmental strategic planning, work plans, services, policies, procedures and reports. Set performance standards. Evaluate performance and program effectiveness and initiate action for improvement as necessary. Submit and request approval from the City Administrator to authorize payments to contractors and consultants.
2. Provide direction to staff to ensure City goals and objectives are met. Develop and retain highly competent, customer service-oriented staff through selection, compensation, training and day-to-day management practices. Respond to employee grievances and coordinate disciplinary processes as required by their collective bargaining agreement and City policy.
3. Exhibit leadership to staff, work teams and fellow employees. Serve as a model for accomplishing the city’s vision and goals. Create an environment in which employees are focused on producing excellent quality results.
4. Provide technical assistance and interpretations to the City Administrator, Mayor, City Council, Boards and Commission and local citizen committees regarding issues affecting operations, site development, and maintenance. Attend meetings as necessary to address concerns.
5. Provide strategic leadership and direction to the City in public works areas serving as advisor to elected officials. Assist and advise other departments in related matters.
6. Supervise site development, infrastructure development, capital improvement construction projects, transportation/traffic, water/storm systems design. Direct special high visibility projects.
7. Administer City codes related to public improvements, construction activities and engineering standards. Act as the Administrator’s designee on development related matters pursuant to the authority specifically granted the position of City ordinances.
8. Coordinate the administration of the City’s codes related to public improvements, utilities and construction activities including the Engineering Standards of the city. Provide support to the Committees involved in Public Work Projects.
9. Serve as a liaison with neighborhood, development and business communities to promote high quality engineering and construction projects; to provide advice on City priorities and interests and to provide solutions to construction related problems.
10. Work directly with citizens, citizen groups and contractors as necessary to establish cooperative working relationships. Investigate citizen complaints related to operations and maintenance projects and provide necessary responses.
11. Represent the Public Works Department and/or City to the public, in collective bargaining, and in legal or administrative proceedings. Serve as the official appointee to inter-agency groups involving capital improvement projects, transportation, water/storm drainage and water system operations and maintenance. Provide advice on legislation and initiatives. Make presentations and provide comment and testimony. Advance and protect the interests of the City and its citizens in all matters.
12. Produce an acceptable quantity and quality of work that is completed within established timelines.
13. Provide employees with basic job training and safety instruction. Actively support safety and loss control measures. Ensure employees satisfy departmental safety and loss control standards.
14. Develop safe work habits and follow all required safety policies, procedures and techniques. Contribute to safety of self, co-workers and the general public.
15. Participate in the City Emergency Management program including classes, training sessions and emergency events.
16. Follow standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
17. Actively promote and support diversity in the workplace through staffing, promotions, training and career development. Model respect for diversity in the workplace.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
1. Serve on or provide departmental support to a variety of committees, task forces and advisory groups as necessary.
2. Perform related duties of a similar scope and nature.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
• Expert skill in conceptual analysis and policy/program development and implementation.
• Expert ability to successfully manage the operations and budget of a multi-faceted department with employees in dispersed areas.
• Expert ability to productively manage and/or participate on a team and in a team environment including the ability to develop highly productive teams.
• Expert ability to effectively manage multiple programs and the related staff including assisting in hiring, training, coaching, disciplinary action, performance management and termination recommendations.
• Expert ability to demonstrate leadership behavior to employees, contractors, public officials, other agencies, customers and the general public.
• Expert ability to build consensus.
• Expert ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, other agencies, public officials and the general public.
• Expert ability to apply excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Expert ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse customers, employees, contractors, other agencies, public officials and the general public. Ability to make presentations and develop reports that may include technical information.
• Strong ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs and other software applications as required for position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to read, stand, sit, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis, and up to 50 pounds. Infrequent exposure to heavy equipment, noise, inclement weather, and usually by choice: weekly operation of a motor vehicle on public roads.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position requires regular focus on a computer screen and daily use of a keyboard or similar device. Requirements also include routine management of difficult situations and individuals as well as regular attendance at meeting outside of normal working hours.