Director - Public Works

The City of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an alcohol/drug-free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose.
Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence.
Every day.
The expectation for senior leaders is to model The Germantown Way at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.
Description GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Under administrative direction, plan, organize, and direct the functions of the Public Works Department including construction, maintenance and repair of city streets and storm drains, management of the solid waste contract, water and sewer system maintenance and repair and operation of water treatment plants.
NOTE: This position will have a durational collaborative partnership with the Executive Director of Public Works until the impending 2025 retirement date.
ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: City of Germantown public servants exist, first and foremost, to protect and enhance the quality of life of those we serve; every position on the Germantown team has a shared responsibility and accountability to fulfill this purpose.
Through the constant alignment of individual actions, behaviors and performance with our organization’s values system, Germantown public servants demonstrate a steadfast commitment to our greater mission of Excellence.
Every day.
As a mission-driven, values-centered organization, the expectation of senior leaders is to model ‘The Germantown Way’ at all times for those they influence and interact with daily.
Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Plan, direct and coordinate, through subordinate level managers, activities of employees responsible for the maintenance of streets, storm drains, and sewer systems; solid waste management, animal shelter operations and operation and maintenance of the City’s water supply and distribution system.
Meet with management staff to identify and resolve problems; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility and review and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of services provided.
Develop and implement department policies and procedures, and plan and direct the implementation of the department’s short-and long-term goals, objectives, and strategies in accordance with City mission.
Collaborate with City Engineer in the planning, design, construction and inspection of public works projects.
Direct the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts for public works projects, including streets, sewer, storm drains, solid waste and municipal water systems.
Prepare and recommend budget requirements including capital improvement program for Public Works and manage expenditures for the department; develop and monitor grant-funded programs.
Direct and oversee the negotiation and administration of various public works contracts including residential solid waste collection and recycling.
Conduct studies and prepares reports on proposed improvements, repairs, or changes in public works.
Direct or participate in the preparation of reports relative to the department operational programs.
Review legislation to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, statures, and codes that impact Department operations.
Respond to difficult citizen inquiries and complaints; investigate requests to determine action to be taken.
Represents the City of Germantown in the area of public works on a variety of local, state, regional and national boards, commissions, committees and associations.
Assist the Asst.
City Administrator and the Mayor and Board of Aldermen on environmental and public work service-related matters.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.
Performs related tasks as required.
Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the engineering principles, practices, and methods as applied to planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public work facilities and systems.
Knowledge of state and local laws and procedures relating to municipal public works.
Knowledge of sanitary sewer collection and treatment systems, water production and distribution systems, and solid waste collection and disposal operations.
Knowledge of City personnel, budget and purchasing policies and procedures.
Knowledge of construction activity, interpreting plans/specifications and conducting routine construction inspections.
Skill in communicating in writing and/or in person on a one-on-one basis and before groups for the purpose of justifying, defending, or negotiating significant or controversial issues.
Ability to work cooperatively with City officials, boards and commissions, employees and the general public.
Ability to handle confidential material in a highly professional manner.
Ability to develop long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments.
Ability to plan and schedule the work of others.
Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field that includes major course work in engineering.
An advanced degree in engineering, management, or public administration is desirable.
Seven years experience in the direction of environmental and public works activities including three in a managerial capacity; or any combination of education, training, and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform essential job functions.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily in an office setting.
Considerable time is spent out-of doors at work site to inspect projects.
During occasional emergency situations, may be exposed to extreme weather and working conditions.
Walking, standing, bending, and a limited amount of crawling and climbing is required.
Traveling is often required to attend meetings and conferences.
Information about employee benefits can be found on our website at: https://www.
germantown-tn.
gov/employment