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Public Works Director 

Category Management  
Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Highly responsible work in the management and administration of all activities of the Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans, coordinates and directs employees engaged in a wide variety of public works tasks and services, including the maintenance of all County paved and unpaved roads, fleet, parks, mosquito control, facility development, facilities maintenance, the solid waste facility, transit, and animal services. Coordinates other projects as assigned by the County Administrator.

2. Responsible for directing and participating in the selection, placement, promotion, training, development, safety, discipline and appraisal of a large staff of employees.

3. Studies departmental organization, personnel distribution and project requirements to effect the most efficient and economical utilization of facilities, personnel and equipment including contracting out services.

4. Administers the program of maintenance of the County's road systems and coordination with FDOT, SWFWMD and the MPO as to regional and state impacts to County roadways. Responsible for County bridges and drainage systems.

5. Develops and implements programs, practices and procedures for the Public Works Department. Oversees the County's long-range facility master plan. Oversees various contracts for the Public Works Department.

6. Conducts and attends meetings and conferences to discuss current work problems, policy changes, safety and other related matters. Represents the County on the FDOT Green Book Committees.

7. Directs the budget preparation for the department. Administers and prepares cost analysis and operational reports.

8. Prepares procedural and operational recommendations to the County Administrator.

9. Investigates and resolves public questions or complaints relating to the road, drainage, bridges, parks, mosquito control, animal services, solid waste disposal, and transit within the County.

10. Personally checks field crews, work sites and equipment to determine if projects are progressing in accordance with schedules, specifications and makes decisions to schedule and project budget issues

11. Implements programs and projects relating to the County road system as directed by the County Administrator.

12. Maintains and leads APWA accreditation.

13. Utilizes department software systems and other data sources to adjust programs and systems for optimal efficiency, enhance customer service while optimizing associated costs.

14. In case of emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/perform emergency and recovery duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

15. Employees hired on or after February 1, 2016, must be a tobacco-free person, both on and off the job, for at least 1 year immediately preceding application and maintain same tobacco-free status throughout the term of employment.

16. Maintains regular attendance.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

 
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of modern techniques, methods, procedures and practices of public works.
• Knowledge of road construction maintenance and construction, parks and recreation, solid waste disposal and mosquito control.
• Ability to plan, direct, supervise, and inspect public works programs and activities.
• Ability to prepare written technical reports, estimates and construction and cost records.
• Ability to plan, assign, instruct, review, and evaluate work assignments of personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, officials and the general public.
• Ability to develop, prepare, and present long range plans and programs relating to public works.
• Ability to evaluate construction problems and respond to community needs.
• Ability to resolve problems and make sound decisions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from an accredited year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master Degree in Engineering or closely related field preferred.
• Eight (8) years experience in the field of public works including three (3) years in a responsible supervisory position.
• Must be a Sumter County resident within one (1) year of employment.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Florida Driver's License of the correct class for the vehicle driven, and a driving record acceptable to insurance provider.
• State of Florida, Professional Engineer License.
• Certification in the National Incident Management System (NIMS) within one-year of employment.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Acceptable vision (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
• Able to operate motor vehicle and construction equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works outside in various weather conditions with noise and dust.
• In or with moving vehicles

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

FLSA Exempt Status

Revised 08/08/17

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Salary Range Salary Range: $84,489.60 - $120,723.20  
Closing Date September 2, 2018  
Position Public Works Director  
Division Design  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Open Date 6/28/2018  
Location Design  
Flyer None Specified 


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