Public Works Maintenance Manager (Wastewater Operations)

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested
Section: Houston Water/Wastewater Operations
Reporting Location: 7440 Cullen Blvd.
Workdays and Hours: 7:00am - 4:00pm*
Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Manages and directs the maintenance operations for various facilities city-wide.
Plans and supervises the repair and preventive maintenance of the city's wastewater facilities.
Enacts policy from the mayor.
Plans, organizes, directs, and reviews various operations, facilities and personnel.
Works cooperatively and coordinates activities with other divisions and departments.
Cooperates with related outside agencies, committees, and civic associations.
Implements and participates in modifying emergency preparedness plan.
Gives personal attention to emergency or special problems; responds to complaints or inquiries from the public, city officials or outside agencies.
Presents information concerning the Public Utilities Division to interested citizens groups on an as requested basis.
Reviews hiring recommendations and job performance evaluations for consistency and compliance with city policy and procedures, AA/EEO goal implementation, and effective counseling and career development training for personnel.
Affords assistance annually in fiscal year budget preparation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline would normally be obtained through a formal 4-year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.
• Experience Requirements: Seven years of experience closely related to the activities of the area or division to be supervised are required. Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None.

PREFERENCES

• Preferences will be given to applicants with at least four (4) years of experience in a supervisory/management level.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Evaluation.
• Safety Impact Position: No

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE

29

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6049. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6049 (TTY 7-1-1) or 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.