Director of Public Works/Parking

About the role

The Director of Public Works/Parking oversees the operation and administration of the parking function within the Department of Public Works. This includes planning, coordinating, and overseeing all off-street parking facilities and metered street parking. The incumbent provides direction and managerial supervision of the day-to-day operations of the City's parking facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records on all parking operation activities.
• Oversees contracts with entities utilizing the City's off-street parking facilities.
• Makes recommendations to improve the City's parking program for visitors and residents visiting the downtown area.
• Responds to equipment malfunctions and service-related issues.
• Works with vendors of software and hardware associated with parking.
• Reviews equipment and supply requirements and prepares justifications.
• Involved in the interviewing and staff evaluation process.
• Approves work schedules in consultation with the Director.
• Confers with other departments on matters related to the off-street parking facilities.
• Performs work as assigned by the Director as needed.
• Prepares reports as required.

Requirements

• A minimum of an Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college or university and two (2) years of supervisory or management experience in parking operations, retail business, or a service-related industry.
• Alternatively, a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of experience as defined in (A).

Skills

• Knowledge of management principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of electronic, computerized parking equipment and web-based parking applications.
• Good communication skills providing clear, professional communication with staff, city officials, and the community.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to mediate disputes, maintain professionalism, and build positive work relationships.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City officers and employees, vendors, and the general public.
• Willingness to introduce new ideas, improve efficiency, and adapt to evolving city needs.

Benefits

The position offers a salary of $58,000/year and full-time regular employment with the City of Niagara Falls.

Pay

$58,000.00 +

Schedule

First Shift (Day)

Hours per week

Not Specified

City of Niagara Falls, NY

Director of Public Works/Parking. FT. $58,000/Year. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is responsible work involving the exercise of delegated powers and duties necessary to the operation and administration of the parking function of the Department of Public Works. The incumbent, under the general direction of the Director of Public Works, is responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing all off-street parking facilities and metered street parking. Supervision is exercised over staff assigned to the position.

Special Requirement

Possession of a valid New York State drivers license is required at the time of appointment.

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