Public Works Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Seeking an experienced Public Works Director to provide strategic leadership and management of all Public Works operations. This position oversees the planning, development, and maintenance of essential city infrastructure, including streets, drainage, water, wastewater, and solid waste services. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical knowledge, and a commitment to community service, ensuring the City's infrastructure meets current and future needs.

The director will also be charged with looking at creative water supply solutions. Examples of Duties PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Plan, organize, and direct the operations and activities of the Public Works Department. Assists with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and policies for assigned functions and programs; makes recommendations on department policies, services, and staffing levels; administers policies and procedures. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates personnel assigned to the area; provides and/or coordinates staff training based on perceived needs; supports staff and offers feedback to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures as needed.

Oversee and participate in the development and implementation of the department's budgets; reviews, forecasts, and approves funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as needed. Develop and implement short- and long-term plans, work with the Assistant Public Works Director on capital improvement projects (CIPs), and infrastructure maintenance strategies. Oversee and report updates, provide reports on various plans and projects that will include the City's Transportation Improvement Plan, Water and Wastewater Plan, Living Unit Equivalents (LUE), and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to City Manager and other stakeholders.

Oversee divisions including water and wastewater utilities, streets and drainage, fleet maintenance, and facilities. Manage departmental budget preparation and administration; monitor expenditures and seek cost-effective solutions. Oversee, train, and evaluate departmental staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and high performance.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to public works operations. Represent the department at City Council meetings, public hearings, and interagency collaborations. Advises City Manager, and Council on department related matters; advises and collaborates with staff, clients, the public, and other program stakeholders to provide subject matter expertise.

Work collaboratively with the City Manager, Assistant Public Works Director, and other department heads on city-wide initiatives and strategic planning. Provides updates, reports, and presentations to management, City Council, boards and commissions; serves as a liaison for all development services to internal departments and external agencies; attends meetings and provides staff support to committees as needed. Coordinate with developers, contractors, engineers, and utility providers on infrastructure projects Respond to citizen concerns, service requests, and emergency situations in a timely and effective manner.

Provides quality customer service to customers, city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts, maintains a high level of professionalism and confidentiality at all times. Typical Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Science, or a closely related field from an ABET accredited program. Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal infrastructure project management, concrete and asphalt paving projects, water and wastewater, roads and drainage.

Required Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas Driver's License. Texas Registered Professional Engineer (PE) is highly preferred. Water/wastewater Certification Required Knowledge of: Strong understanding of municipal infrastructure systems, operations, and maintenance.

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and environmental standards. Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods related to paving and utility projects, program management, and public construction projects for governmental agencies or similar industries. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Comprehensive management of utility and road projects from design through construction management and project closeout. Mathematical concepts and problem-solving techniques including algebra, geometry, and statistical data and analysis. Technical specifications, construction plans, schedules, and logistics.

Proficiency in project management, contract administration, and construction oversight. Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and service disruptions. Current social, political, organizational, and economic trends affecting municipal government.

Methods and techniques of research and analysis. Budget development, tracking, and management. Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and regulations.

City and department policies, procedures, and processes. Principles and practices of teamwork to accomplish the overall need of the department. Use of good judgment and sound decision-making practices in matters related to the job.

Administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, filing, and records management. Knowledgeable in water supply strategies. Required Skill in: Personnel supervision, training, and coordinating operations for assigned areas of responsibility.

Create and apply development agreements. Prioritize projects, workload, personnel, materials, and equipment for maximum efficiency. Analyze, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Read and understand technical information, plans, and codes related to construction. Attention to detail in dealing with numbers, words, documents, and ideas. Management of large-scale projects and day-to-day operations.

Adapt, interpret, and apply guidelines and standards. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Provide accurate and timely information to the City Council, City Manager, boards and committees, and the public.

Ensure department standards are met with all policies and processes being followed. Accessible, responsive, responsible, and transparent in all aspects of matters related to the job. Communicate effectively with administration, coworkers, internal staff, and external entities.

Use available software packages to organize projects, track progress, and accomplish objectives. Demonstrate a respectful and professional attitude in dealing with the public, coworkers, and others. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Noise levels in the work environment may be moderate, loud, or very loud.

Employees are regularly required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally may have to lift and/or move heavy items. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.