Assistant Director of Public Works - Operations

About the role

The Assistant Director of Public Works - Operations is responsible for overseeing and managing infrastructure maintenance and operations activities to align with compliance requirements and service delivery goals for assigned divisions within the Public Works Department.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, implements, and manages maintenance initiatives, asset management, contract services, and operational improvements consistent with departmental policies and City objectives.
• Covers work procedures, schedules, training, instructions, and duties; reviews time sheets; oversees assignments and use of equipment for divisions.
• Reviews, evaluates, and leads operational improvements and efforts to maintain structure, processes, and standards; evaluates methods and processes for identifying and prioritizing division needs.
• Aids the Director of Public Works with the development of the budget and capital improvement plan for each division, departmental goals, performance measurements, preventive maintenance initiatives, long-range maintenance planning, and departmental processes and procedures.
• Evaluates and aligns maintenance priorities with available funding, capital improvement plan, and grants; tracks and monitors applicable budget and ensures compliance with all procurement and payment processing requirements.
• Develops, supports, and promotes high-performing teams, accountability, and proactive solutions; participates in the selection of staff; and works with employees to correct deficiencies as needed in a timely, effective manner.
• Provides technical assistance to other departments, contractors, and citizens.
• Ensures all maintenance programs and operations adhere to applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including safety standards, environmental regulations, and reporting obligations.
• Compiles data and composes routine and specialized reports.
• Coordinates and supervises the response of divisions during emergencies, including accidents, infrastructure failures, inclement/severe weather events, and natural disasters.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, contractors, vendors, outside agencies and the public; attends various meetings as required.
• Responds to citizen questions and inquiries; provides information to the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Addresses public and professional inquiries.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license. Direct experience managing and supervising a multi-faceted organization with progressive leadership, Class V (or higher) Virginia Waterworks License, and Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B desirable; may be required to obtain additional certifications in related specialties as determined by the Director of Public Works.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree and at least ten years of directly related professional and supervisory experience or,
• A Master’s Degree and at least seven years of directly related professional and supervisory experience or,
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Skills

Knowledge of and experience with related public works field operations.

Knowledge of and experience with the principles and practices of employee supervision, including the ability to plan, organize, direct, review and evaluate the work of supervisors and employees in operational divisions.

Benefits

Full-Time Employee Benefits include:

• Health Insurance – The Local Choice
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits are included as a package under our health insurance program and cannot be purchased as separate coverage items.
• Years of Service Day(s) Earned Per Month Max. Annual Accrual Days Max. Days for Carry Forward
• Compensatory Leave
• Bi-weekly payday
• Virginia Credit Union membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• City Sick Leave Bank Program (VRS Plan 1 and Plan 2 Members only)
• VRS Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (VRS Hybrid Members only)

Pay

Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time position, 40 hours per week