PUBLIC WORKS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-00117
Department: Public Works
Division: PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description
TARGET ENTRY SALARY: $114,841 - $126,325 DOQ
In collaboration with the Public Works Director, the Public Works Assistant Director oversees, supports, and monitors the daily operations, field operations, planning, and coordination of the Public Works department. Assists in planning, implementing, and overseeing public infrastructure maintenance work.

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Directs, oversees, and manages the daily operations and activities of the Public Works department; performs daily oversight of field crews as well as mid-term and long term planning for the department and provides strategic planning, labor recruitment, and development direction.
• Supervises, manages, and directs personnel and staff; advises, reviews, guides, and mentors, direct reports, and staff throughout the division; reviews and approves completed and current assignments; assists with regulators, the public, and interactions with other departments.
• Participates in the interviewing, hiring, and evaluation of personnel for the department; directs PBMP process, performance evaluations, general assembly, supervisors' meetings, new employee orientation, and other personnel activities; oversees the recruiting, retaining, and development of employees.
• Oversees and administers health and safety efforts throughout the department; leads and directs the safety committee and Incident review board; develops and implements safety programs and ensures all protocols are effectively communicated and trained.
• Directs and approves purchasing and procurement for the department; approves requisitions, supervises the creation of bids, monitors contract extensions, and processes all purchases through budget guidelines; oversees expenses, revenue, and budget related to capital improvement projects.
• Assists, supports, and participates in the development and implementation of new or modified departmental policies; makes changes to existing programs as needed.
• Attends and conducts meetings to communicate Public Works information; interacts with the Director and City Engineer and participates in various meetings on behalf of the Director; services as Director in the Director's and City Engineer's absence.
• Provides technical advice, leadership, and direction for a variety of special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
OSHA 30 certification within six (6) months of hire date.
Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or closely related field, AND eight (8) years of responsible experience relating to commercial and/or public works operations including stormwater, and/or street maintenance, AND at least four (4) years of experience in a supervisory or manager capacity; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Procedures, methods, materials, practices, and equipment used in construction and maintenance activities
• Public administrative principles, practices, and procedures as applied to a large fiscal operation
• Stormwater, streets and highway construction, and maintenance
• Engineering and construction methods and techniques as applied to the administration of public works projects
• NPDES, DOT, and MOT
• Occupational health and safety
• Personnel management, evaluation, and scheduling
• City and Department policies and standard operating procedures
• Budgeting, resource allocation, financial planning, and purchasing

Skill in -

• Managing and effectively overseeing a large and multi-faceted division
• Building effective relationships within departmental team
• Measuring and reporting on performance
• Supervising and organizing operation and maintenance activities
• Providing direction and oversight to individuals and groups
• Conducting independent research studies and preparing professional reports
• Implementing public works programs and projects
• Understanding and interpreting complex policies, protocols, and procedures
• CDL and equipment operation highly desirable
• Tree maintenance and urban forestry highly desirable

Health and Wellness initiatives 100% employee health care coverage Option for dependent health care Life Insurance Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement -401(a) Money Purchase Plan Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans Competitive Salaries Tuition assistance Training and development opportunities Travel compensation Military leave Bereavement leave Discount coupons Service and employee recognition awards?
01

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

03

How many years of responsible experience relating to commercial and/or public works operations including stormwater, and/or street maintenance do you possess?

• No experience
• 1-4 years of experience
• 4-6 years of experience
• 6-8 years of experience
• 8-10 years of experience
• 10-12 years of experience
• 12 or more years of experience

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How many years of experience do you have in a supervisory or manager capacity?

• No experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

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Please explain your answer to the following question: Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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