Division Director, Beautification & Streets

Salary : $93,121.38 - $139,676.00 Annually
Location : Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202301222
Department: Public Works
Division: Beautification & Streets
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/11/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt

Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to provide supervisory, administrative, and professional project management services involving the design, budgeting, bidding and implementation of construction activities for capital improvement projects. Provide administrative and technical direction for personnel and professionals in the construction, operation, and maintenance of all City buildings, parks, and medians and the coordination of special projects and events.
Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Under limited direction, supervises subordinate supervisors, team leaders or workers in the maintenance of the City's streets, sidewalks, medians, and all areas within the right of ways; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Interviews, trains, motivate, assigns and evaluates work, and recommends disciplinary action according to established City procedures. Conducts performance appraisals.
• Supports and actively promotes the City's safety programs.
• Performs regular safety inspections or responds to citizen notification of cave-in or roadway depressions to avoid incident or injury.
• Supervises subordinate supervisors, team leaders or work crews in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks and all areas within the right of ways.
• Supervises, coordinates, inspects, and participates in the planting, pruning, relocation, and removal of trees and plants on public rights-of ways, medians and at city facilities.
• Manage contracts, oversees and inspects contract work, as needed.
• Prepares specifications and estimates for contractual work and ensures that work is performed according to specifications.
• Oversees all work in progress to ensure quality, timeliness, and safety.
• Schedules preventative maintenance on a regular schedule and perform field inspections on areas serviced by contractors.
• Develops, recommends and monitors the operating budget for area of responsibility.
• Maintains inventory of necessary parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Selects materials and equipment; prepares purchase orders; determines long-term equipment replacement.
• Interprets, explains, and ensures project compliance with applicable City, State, and local codes, ordinances, resolutions, regulations, standards, specifications, policies and procedures, as well as approved construction plans; research codes, standards, technical manuals, or other resources as needed; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Ensures compliance of assigned projects with applicable regulatory and engineering standards, such as Department of Transportation, Florida Building Code, excavation permitting, environmental impact/sensitivity, stormwater management, or other guidelines; ensures work is completed in accordance with prescribed methods/procedures and with established project schedules.
• Meets with citizen groups, community organizations, and interested entities concerning City projects as needed; conducts periodic public meetings to facilitate exchange of information, to inform/advise, or to gather information concerning construction projects. Responds to and interacts with the public concerning ongoing construction/project activities to address concerns and to ensure minimal disruption in work site areas.
• Coordinates and participates on interdepartmental project teams to ensure successful project/program completion and consideration of cross-departmental project aspects, such as installation of irrigation lines/systems, modification of water and wastewater lines/systems, traffic diversion, or other activities.
• Provides information, assistance and technical expertise concerning construction projects, requirements, and related issues to contractors, developers, and property owners; responds to questions, concerns, or complaints and initiates problem resolution; discusses problem areas with property owners, property managers, contractors, or other departments; provides technical assistance and consultation to other City departments.
• Compiles or monitors various administrative/statistical data pertaining to division operations; performs research; makes applicable calculations; analyzes data and identifies trends; prepares/generates reports; maintains records.
• Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, technical opinions, engineering plans, master plans, computations, budget documents, performance appraisals, or other documents.
• Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, architectural plans, master plans, engineering plans, computations, budget documents, invoices, requests for payment, technical codes, ordinances, regulations, specifications, standards, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisor, departmental director, employees, other departments, government agencies, engineers, architects, developers, contractors, property owners, the public, outside agencies, the media, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction.
• Keeps abreast of legislative regulations and assure compliance with codes, records, regulations, statutes, and permits.
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Coordinates work activities of assigned projects; organizes and prioritizes project strategies; assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff, troubleshoots complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
• Provides professional project management and contract management services in all facets of construction and project management activities; provides oversight and serves as a resource to staff members.
• Reviews project and program designs and/or drawings prior to bidding to resolve issues concerning project designs, property and field conditions, and Capital Improvement Program initiatives.
• Develops project/program budgets and oversees accounting functions for construction projects; oversees preparation of cost estimates for capital projects; analyzes statistics and budgetary data; manages budget expenditures and encumbrances; assists contract administrator in preparing justifications for purchase order requisitions; reviews invoices and requests for payment as needed.
• Coordinates or conducts special projects/assignments as needed.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, addressing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling and managing employee performance; prepares work schedule and payroll; selects and manages engineers and architects on construction work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Forestry, Landscape Architecture, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field, supplemented by five (5) years previous experience in the assigned area; and
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must possess five (6) years of leadership experience related to beautification, landscaping, streets maintenance, or related field.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays and be able to respond to emergency situations arising after normal scheduled hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensure/registration as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Relevant professional credential, certifications, or registration.
• Experience in a higher education setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance management software.

Supplemental Information

Communication Competencies / K.S.A.'s COMMUNICATIONS COMPETENCIES

The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of safe work practices and the correct use of safety equipment.

Ability to monitor and ensure safe work practices in the field.

Knowledge of and the ability to determine needed supplies and submit requests to obtain supplies for job completion.

Knowledge of and the ability to ensure departmental policies, procedures and rules are followed.

Ability to perform thorough inspections to ensure work is completed.

Ability to schedule and supervise maintenance work to achieve the most efficient utilization of workers and equipment.

Ability to provide lead oversight, training, guidance, direction, coordination, and technical assistance to staff.

Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports.

Ability to maintain records in an accurate and logical manner.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, vendors and customers.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to effectively interact with the public, supervisors, co-workers, other department staff, and with outside agencies/vendors.

Ability to develop harmonious working relationships with subordinates, supervisors, other department staff and the public.

Ability to independently and effectively lead staff on team projects as assigned.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Facilities and Streets:
Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20 pounds). Additional Physical Requirements: May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 100 pounds)

Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, and toxic agents.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

Student Loan Forgiveness
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Care Plan
Basic Term Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
City Pension Plan
Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
457 Savings Plan (three options)
Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
Bonus Vacation Hours

12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
On-site Training Program
Wellness Program
Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
Credit Union
Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Direct Deposit
Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays

The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.