Assistant Director of Utility Services

About the role

The Assistant Director of Utility Services oversees engineering and environmental functions for the County, including budget management, project coordination, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assigns and reviews work, develops performance expectations, provides direction and guidance, and conducts performance evaluations.
• Develops and administers the Departmental budget and capital improvement plans.
• Responds to customer and citizen complaints and concerns, investigates problems, and determines appropriate measures for resolving issues.
• Conducts engineering studies and provides recommendations and updates regarding proposed construction projects and Departmental programs and activities.
• Manages design and construction projects, including coordination with other departments or agencies, financial accountability, bidding and award of contracts, construction, and record drawings.
• Maintains current knowledge of engineering practices, related regulations, issues, trends, and developments through involvement on state, regional, and federal committees and organizations.
• Provides reports, studies, and recommendations for proposed construction projects, conducts site plan and subdivision reviews, and manages stormwater management fee databases.
• Serves as program administrator for the County's Stormwater Management (VSMP Authority) Program and the County's Erosion and Sediment Control Program.
• Supervises and trains subordinate employees in proper procedures, work practices, and safe methods, and maintains a safe and healthy work environment.
• Performs other assigned duties, including emergency service provision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or relevant Engineering field or equivalent.
• Ten (10) years of related work experience in municipal utilities.
• Professional Engineer licensed in Virginia.
• Driver’s License valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Certified Stormwater Program Administrator to be obtained within one year of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements to perform work include a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or relevant field, ten years of related work experience, and a Professional Engineer license.

Skills

• Knowledge of engineering practices, regulations, and trends.
• Ability to manage budgets and capital improvement plans.
• Customer service and complaint resolution skills.
• Project management and coordination abilities.
• Technical expertise in areas such as stormwater management, erosion control, and construction oversight.

Benefits

This position is benefits eligible.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the posting.