Public Works Director

Job Description:

Public Works Director

Description

The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain service members and veterans.

General Description

Date Posted: November 7, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Salary: Range $130,000 - $157,000
Pay Grade: 303
Probation Period: 6 Months
Director Discretionary Days: Additional 80 hours per calendar year
Director Vacation Accrual: 480 hours cap
Director employment status: “At-Will” status/severance

The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain service members and veterans.

The Town of Longboat Key Is accepting applications for a Full-Time Public Works Director in our Public Works Department. A pre-employment physical and drug screen will be required, except for current employees who have met the requirement.

FUNCTION
Under executive direction of the Town Manager, the purpose of the position is to direct responsible professional, technical, managerial, and administrative work over projects and operational activities of Public Works throughout the Town. Employees in this classification function in an executive capacity and are responsible for ensuring adherence to, and compliance with, all applicable Town, State and Federal code and regulatory requirements regarding the development, maintenance, and repair of streets, rights-of-way, parks, recreation, beaches, canals, water distribution, wastewater collection systems, storm water and Town public facilities. The Town is also enhancing a focus on resiliency programs and projects. Objective is to support the safety, health and general welfare of the community through sound infrastructure management and exceptional customer service. This position works with a high degree of independence and initiative, and may confer with the Town Manager on matters involving unique administrative or legal affairs.

Performs professional and administrative work as head of the Town's Public Works Department. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of technical, operational, and administrative personnel within the Department. Work performed is subject to the direction of the Town Manager.

Essential Functions

• Directs the Public Works capital, operations and maintenance of the utility water distribution and wastewater collection system, streets and rights-of-way, storm water, parks, recreation, beaches, canals, public facilities and overall resiliency activities throughout the Town. Includes planning, organizing, implementing, and managing budgets and operations with the Public Works senior management team.
• Establishes and maintains necessary departmental practices, performance, rules and regulations in accordance with Town policies; investigates and addresses personnel problems that arise; attends Town and Community meetings, as required.
• Directs the appropriate management, maintenance, and aesthetic appeal of parks and facilities, equipment functionality, including back-up power equipment, grounds, streets, beaches, and canals.
• Administers consulting engineering, architectural, and related contracts from the selection phase through the acceptance of plans for implementation in compliance with applicable laws and codes. Administers construction contracts. Ensures the quality of contractor work complies with applicable regulations and standards.
• Assists in the technical review of consultants' plans for conformance with the intent and policies of the Town and for adherence to sound engineering practice.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of reports and correspondence; collects, tabulates, analyzes, and presents data in the form of written, graphic, or oral reports.
• Responsible for department budgetary expenditures and procurement.
• Manages the Town’s Solid Waste Franchise contract.
• Prepares the department capital and operating budget(s); participates in and supports the Town Manager with strategic planning and recommends procedural and operational strategies to the Town Manager.
• Works with and leads the Public Works management team and ensures completion of training programs for personnel.
• Regular attendance during normal work schedule other than excused or job-related absences. Reports to work as required by Hurricane Plan.
• Serves as a key leader within the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS), to coordinate public works operations during disasters.
• Any other functions deemed essential by the Town Manager and communicated to the employee by the Town Manager.

OTHER TASKS
Every incidental duty connected with this position cannot be specified in the job description and an employee, at the discretion of the Town Manager, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.

Knowledge, Abilities, & Qualifications

Executive-level interpersonal leadership, planning, management and communications skills; ability to communicate professionally in writing, verbally, and in presentations. Ability to manage a staff comprised of engineering technical professionals, management professionals, field crews and administrative staff. Extensive knowledge of current codes and regulatory standards governing the Town’s public works operations in the respective trades/disciplines assigned to the position. Extensive knowledge of modern administrative principles, practices, and procedures of all phases of public works and their application to community needs. Skill in the review and interpretation of construction project plans, and the technical interpretation of applicable construction codes and regulatory standards. Ability to provide plans review oversight and recommend/develop modifications as necessary to ensure overall project compliance with applicable codes and regulatory standards. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with Town employees, departmental staff and management, contractors, engineers, architects and property owners.

Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices in civil engineering and public works administration.

Knowledge of the principles of management and their application to local government. Knowledge of the principles of public administration. Knowledge of budgetary principles and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret federal, state, and local laws and policies applicable to public works and coastal management.

Knowledge of program planning, principles and procedures; ability to prepare, develop, and present long-range public works programs.

Knowledge of the construction methods, materials, and equipment used in utility maintenance, beach maintenance and nourishment, and construction activities.

Knowledge of the methods and practices involved in sidewalk and street construction, drainage, storm water systems, construction, building and equipment maintenance, grounds and beaches maintenance, and related activities.

Ability to effectively plan, direct, and evaluate the work of subordinate technical and administrative staff.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic leaders, public officials, contractors, developers, general public and other public agencies.

Ability to make public presentations clearly and concisely and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Ability to collect and prepare statistical reports.

Ability to assess budgetary needs.

Ability to make decisions in a timely manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field; supplemented by eight (8) or more years progressively responsible supervisory/management experience in public works operations and management, to include two (2) years’ experience within a similar government agency; or an equivalent combination of education.

PREFERRED Registration as a professional engineer with experience in public works, utilities, and coastal management.

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications. Progressively responsible and related professional experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree. A master’s degree in a closely related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required professional engineering experience.

Working Conditions & Supplemental Information

WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment with significant public contact in and out of the office. Travel to and from business locations.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent may utilize feet, legs, hands, and arms; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or navigating narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs; move about on hands and knees or hands and feet; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and to reach with hands and arms.

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee may be exposed to fumes, gases, odors or airborne particles; toxic or caustic substances; excessive noise; extreme temperatures; and dampness, wetness and humidity.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Successful completion of an employment physical and drug screen to confirm the ability to perform the essential functions of the job and an initial Hepatitis A vaccination, or proof of the same, as a precautionary measure against exposure to raw sewage. Acknowledgement on the attached “Information to Employees” must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.

The Town is a Drug Free Workplace, in compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, in § 440.102, FS and Rules 59A-24 F.A.C (Florida Administrative Code). State and federal laws and regulations may subject certain employees to additional drug testing requirements. Any employee who violates the program is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Hepatitis A vaccination, or proof of same, as a precautionary measure against exposure to raw sewage and a signed Acknowledgement for the attached Information to Employees - Hepatitis A must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.

Hepatitis B vaccination, proof of same, or signed Acknowledgement declining the vaccination (see attached Information to Employees - Hepatitis B) must be provided prior to assuming Town duties.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our Web page at:

https://www.longboatkey.org/town-government/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 4:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$130,000.00 - $157,000.00 Annually