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City of Austin, Texas

Assistant Director, Public Works Operations

City of Austin, Texas, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Assistant Director, Public Works Operations

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Posting Title:

Assistant Director, Public Works OperationsJob Requisition Number:

COA092341Position Number:

105144Job Type:

Full-TimeDivision Name:

Office of the Director, TPWMinimum Qualifications

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or Public Administration, plus six (6) years of supervisory/management experience in road, pavement, utilities, vehicle, facilities, and other public works maintenance and repair operations.Twelve (12) college semester hours of graduate work in one of the above-specified areas may substitute for six months of the required work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.Licenses or Certifications

None.Pay Range

$180,000 to $190,000Hours

8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – FridayHours may vary depending upon business needs; telework is not an option for this position at this time.Preferred Qualifications

The candidate selected for this role will possess expertise in the full spectrum of signal systems (planning, designing, construction, operations, and maintenance). The ideal candidate will utilize experience in Arterial Management, Signs and Markings, Right of Way management and the Vision Zero Program. The person selected will provide coordination for all work in the Right of Way, managing 4,000 active permits and up to 700 new permit applications per week. This position will also be assigned the Office of Special Events to plan for traffic controls for events. The selected candidate will partner with providers of multi-modal transportation to ensure a safer Austin for everyone. The candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to apply a social, racial, and equity lens in order to establish relationships with City staff and the community. Advanced written and verbal communication skills are imperative for this position.Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned:Manages division and section activities, including audits of existing facilities, equipment, and personnel to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Identifies and analyzes trends; determines methodologies to implement change.Develops and implements short and long range plans, programs, and personnel that provide administrative, managerial support, fiscal management, program planning, and evaluation.Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within the division.Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practice, policy, and procedure governing the division. Ensures division is in compliance with all City practice, policy, and procedure.Develops and reviews infrastructure maintenance and repair functions and technical criteria, including but not limited to roads, traffic signals, signs, pavement striping, pavement markings, facilities (mobility management center), street trees, and vehicle maintenance.Serves as the Emergency Response Management Coordinator for the Department.Reviews, approves, and implements quality and safety systems and programs.Assists in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring the departmental budget, and ensures department operates within appropriated budget.Represents the department at City Council meetings, citizens groups, boards and commissions.Provides support to other City departments and agencies on an enterprise basis.Investigates and resolves consumer/citizen inquiries and/or complaints.Prepares and presents reports by compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data; provides written and/or oral reports.Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed:Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedure.Knowledge of technical aspects of maintenance and repair operations.Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.Skill in oral and written communications.Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.Skill in using computers and related software applications.Skill in data analysis and problem solving.Skill in managing multiple programs, projects, and tasks.Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.Ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with city personnel and the public.Criminal Background Investigation

This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.EEO/ADA

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* The minimum qualifications for the Assistant Director, Public Works Operations are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or Public Administration, plus six (6) years of supervisory/management experience in road, pavement, utilities, vehicle, facilities, and other public works maintenance and repair operations. Twelve (12) college semester hours of graduate work in one of the above-specified areas may substitute for six months of the required work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

YesNo

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Please describe your experience in a City Emergency response role supporting an Emergency Operation Center as needed. (Open Ended Question)

* Please describe your experience leading, overseeing, and evaluating municipal capital bond project lifecycles from project initiation through completion. (Open Ended Question)

* Describe your experience with public Right-Of-Way projects. (Open Ended Question)

* Do you have transportation, signs and markings or traffic engineering experience?

ExtensiveSomeNo

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