Assistant Director/ Streets

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works closely with Street Department director to provide leadership, strategic direction, and management of the department
• Formulates, recommends, and implements policies, procedures, and strategies that support department and city priorities
• Selects, trains, evaluates and supervises assigned professional, technical, and field staff
• Oversees and manages resources, operations and logistics for assigned divisions to ensure operational effectiveness and quality service delivery
• Establishes, analyzes and monitors business performance metrics
• Manages all phases for assigned Public Works and special projects of varying size and complexity
• Directs and implements short and long-term strategic plans to maximize service life for pavement and stormwater assets
• Captures and administers annual operating and CIP budgets; responsible for implementing cost control measures and forecasting funding and expenditures
• Represents as the department’s ambassador before City Council, community groups, industry partners, and other stakeholders
• Provides quality service to customers and other stakeholders by resolving concerns and inquiries
• Coordinates and directs communications and outreach programs to enhance public awareness of department services
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to support response to citywide incidents or special initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related field
• 8 years of professional experience in public works design and construction, project management, operations or related experience
• 4 years management experience, preferably in a local or county government environment
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Public Administration, or a related field of study
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering, construction, design, and maintenance principles, techniques, and practices for public works projects
• Knowledge of project and program management principles
• Knowledge of asset management principles for municipal infrastructure
• Knowledge of local government procedures for procurement of goods and services, along with contract administration
• Operation of a personal computer, including skill in use of Microsoft Office applications and other standard business applications
• Preparation and directing the preparation of reports, presentations, and other written materials
• Effective communication skills, both in oral and written forms, tailored to targeted audience needs
• Strategic planning and visioning for the future

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The incumbent works over half the time in a typical office environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to typical construction site environmental conditions and/or hazards is required.

Pay

Pay Range: $119,918.68 - 155,670.61 (Depending on qualifications and experience)