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City of Dunedin

City Engineer/Assistant Director of Utilities

City of Dunedin, Dunedin, Florida, us, 34697


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to view recruitment brochureUnder general supervision and administrative direction, plans, directs and supervises multiple divisions of the Utilities Department, including water / wastewater / reclaimed water, and engineering, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations and the provision of quality, uninterrupted services to the citizens of Dunedin. Serves as the City Engineer. Signs and seals work performed under responsible charge. Performs related professional and administrative work as directed. Reports to the Utilities Director, and serves in that capacity on a temporary basis during planned and unplanned absences of the Department Director.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.Oversees all functions related to water / wastewater / reclaimed water, and engineering services. Determines the major work elements or project tasks for reporting department divisions and sections, and monitors the progress of all activities to ensure that resources are efficiently used, and that projects stay on schedule.Supervises department professional, engineering, supervisory, field, and clerical personnel of the Water, Wastewater and Engineering Divisions, and serves as the City Engineer.Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending and approving disciplinary action, employee transfers, promotions and discharge.Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers advice and assistance as needed.Assists the Director with the development and implementation of department policies and procedures; ensures department compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, codes, ordinances and permitting requirements. Interprets City codes for City personnel, outside agencies, contractors, developers, and permittees, as well as the general public. Executes permit applications as an authorized representative of the City to regulators.Develops and administers reporting division’s annual budgets; monitors and approves all related expenditures.Coordinates interaction and assistance with other City departments, County departments, other governmental and private agencies, the City Commission, and the public.Supervises the development of the annual and six-year capital improvement program.Reviews designs and contract documents prepared by staff and consulting engineers.Develops and implements various government programs, such as reclaimed water programs.Advises the Department Director and/or the Deputy City Manager on a variety of related topics.Administers grants received for program / project funding.Receives and reviews reports from division supervisors; makes recommendations and/or takes action as appropriate. Compiles data for and prepares a variety of required reports, records and correspondence.Develops and implements effective public relations efforts for reporting divisions. Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding various department activities; provides information to the public regarding department functions through public speaking engagements, media appearances, meetings, etc.Represents the department on various City and community committees as appropriate.ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares Commission agenda items for approval; attends City Commission meetings as required.Performs routine administrative/office work as required, including but not limited to attending and conducting meetings, answering the telephone, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, etc.Perform related duties as required.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or related field with ten years of public and/or private sector experience in public works and utilities related projects; [with five years of prior supervisory experience]. An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.Must be a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.This is a Category A position for the purposes of Emergency Management. Employees in this category may be assigned to work a variety of schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Category A employees are required to stay on premises during a declared state of emergency, or as otherwise mandated.PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job:

Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies as they pertain to the performance of essential duties of the Assistant Director of Utilities / City Engineer. Must be knowledgeable of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities in the position. Has comprehensive knowledge of the principles, theories, practices and methodologies of civil engineering, utilities engineering, environmental engineering, facilities management, urban infrastructure design and maintenance, waste management, and other areas under supervision. Is able to make sound, educated decisions.ADA CompliancePhysical Ability:

Tasks involve the ability to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another; some positions require sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as data entry, drafting, filing and/or the use of office equipment or supplies.The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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