Job Details

Under the supervision of the City Administrator, the Director of the Department of Public Works is responsible for performing executive-level administration, supervisory and technical work in directing the activities of a full-service public works department which includes transportation, and utilities/water services. The department employs 167 FTE & PTE's.

1. Plans, organizes and directs all aspects of departmental operations, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency. Develops, recommends, and implements departmental policies and procedures, internal controls, and departmental goals and objectives in accordance with departmental needs, legal requirements and the city's overall strategic plan.
2. Evaluate the need for and develop plans, schedules and cost estimates for long-range capital improvement programs and maintenance of public facilities.
3. Represents the City and Public Works Department in meetings with public officials, other public agencies and civic groups in order to coordinate, develop and implement projects and programs.
4. Maintains departmental awareness of state-of-the-art developments in management and fields of Public Works operations.
5. Monitors development related to designated service areas, evaluates their impact on City operations and implements policy and procedure improvements.
6. Monitors existing methods and procedures, making recommendations for increased efficiencies and cost effectiveness
7. Ensure that utility systems and facilities meet State and EPA requirements.
8. Resolves citizen complaints regarding delivery of departmental services.
9. Supervises personnel, evaluates performance and oversees training and professional development.
10. Selects and procures equipment and materials as needed in accordance with capital improvement plans and approved budgets.
11. Prepares and maintains appropriate records and reports as required.
12. Demonstrates continuous eff ort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
13. Performs other duties as determined by the City Administrator.

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Applied Science (Such as; Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or a closely related field. 
• A Master’s degree and/or possession of EGLE, Formerly Known As MDEQ Waterworks System Operator “F”,“S” license or Wastewater Operator Certification is desired. 
• Five to seven (5-7) years of progressively more responsible professional experience in public works, utilities, and engineering; including three (3) years in an administrative/supervisory capacity.