SALARY: Commensurate with experience
Baltimore County, Maryland, seeks a dynamic and innovative professional to lead the Department of Public Works and Transportation. The Director is responsible for the executive management of the department including developing and implement department wide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions.
The Director of Public Works and Transportation reports to the County Executive and/or senior staff designee(s).
Please attach your resume and copy of your transcript or degree(s) with this application.
NOTE: Interested candidates may also send a cover letter and resume, directly to: ohr_employment@baltimorecountymd.gov. Please state in the subject line, the title of the position for which you are applying.

Examples of Duties

The Director is responsible for the executive management of the department including developing and implementing department wide strategic planning of all administrative and programmatic functions.
Essential Functions DPWT:

• The Director is responsible for the overall direction, effective operation, maintenance, department forecasting, planning and continuous improvement of all functions of the Department of Public Works and Transportation which includes Engineering and Construction, Highways, Transportation, Utilities, and Solid Waste operations and Infrastructure.
• Manages all public works activities; Evaluates, maintains, repairs and upgrades existing public works infrastructure; Serves as a member of the County’s Senior Leadership Team and a member of the County’s Retirement Board.
• Develops and maintains positive, productive working relationship with County leadership, elected officials and/or their offices, regional and state transportation agencies, business communities, citizens and key stakeholders.
• Responsible for emergency planning and is required to be on 24-hour call to address any emergency situation.
• Recommends and assists with capital budget and a long-term capital improvement programs; In partnership with other department heads, assists with development of special projects; Assists with management of all consultants, vendors and contractors engaged by the Public Works Department activities and or functions.
• Evaluates, designs and implements an organizational structure and departmental policies and procedures to effectively manage the Department and assure the implementation of its mission.
• Administers and manages all union collective bargaining agreements appropriate for DPWT; Assists with resolving labor grievances and union disputes as it relates to DPWT.
• Ensures operations comply with all applicable local, state and federal requirements; and ensures the delivery of a consistent and high-level of service to stakeholders; Actively solicits input from stakeholders and makes decisions on broad issues on policy and resolves complex problems.
• In partnership with the Office of Budget and Finance, develops and secures approval for the department's operating budget; Monitors and approves expenditures; Prepares, reviews, and executes specifications and bids for major expenditures and maintain contact with key stakeholders.
• Serves as the County’s representative to various local, state, regional, and national committees, boards, and commissions related to the public infrastructure, in addition to serving as the contact person for state and federal agencies.
• Actively pursues, manages and is responsible for all department public outreach events.
• Considers issues of equity and sustainability in decision-making.
• Develops program goals, standards and systems to track, analyze and evaluate metrics related to the program areas with a goal of promoting equity, opportunity and inclusion.
• Performs other related duties as required by County Executive and or his designee. Takes appropriate actions to sustain and improve organizational performance, including recommending and implementing appropriate changes to priorities, policies and business processes.

• Provide detailed technical evaluation for development of projects or programs impacting the County. Make decisions as allowed or required by County Code or as applied through conditions of permit approval.
• Management and inspection, as appropriate, of plans and specifications for construction projects and developments
• Oversight of sewer and construction contracts

• Construction, improvement, alteration, operations, maintenance and repair of all County-owned roads.
• Oversees and administers maintenance and reconstruction projects in the Bureau. Supervises, inspects, and approves the completion of projects. Manages and coordinates emergency services such as snow removal, ice control, debris cleanup and removal operations from wind and ice storms.
• Develop and establish bureau policy and procedures, including training programs and safety practices.

• Manages the planning, funding, developing, designing and implementing multi-modal transportation (vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle) projects and providing transit services; reviews proposed projects and assists in administering and monitoring capital projects and establishes priorities.
• Approves contracts, construction estimates, contract payments, and extra work authorizations; reviews the transportation aspects of development proposals, implements transportation demand management and marketing strategies.
• Establish and determine the design, timing, type, size, and location of signs, signals, markings, pylons, channels, and other devices for guiding, directing, or otherwise regulating and controlling vehicular and pedestrian traffic
• Undertakes executive level coordination with regional and state agencies and other county departments with regards to Transportation initiatives.

• Undertakes executive level coordination with Baltimore City on regional water infrastructure planning, funding, maintenance, billing, and compliance with agreements.
• Oversees the planning, funding, development, design and implementation of capital water and sewer infrastructure projects.
• Manages the operation of the sewer system in the County
• Undertakes executive level coordination with regional and state agencies with regard to the County’s consent decree related to its sewer system.

• Oversees all solid waste operational activities and programs for the County and undertakes executive level coordination with regard to regional solid waste issues.
• Manages the residential collection of trash from County residents.
• Manages the disposal of trash through the county’s transfer stations, landfill and disposal sites.
• Maximizes, promotes and guides the County’s Recycling programs for the environmental and fiscal benefit of the County.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will be a visionary and thoughtful leader, solution-oriented, and results-driven with a passion for public service to join the team as the Director of Public Works and Transportation. The Director must be a Executive leader who leads by example and is dedicated to creating and maintaining a highly professional and accountable culture that attracts and retains the best talent and workforce.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to provide high-level oversight on a multitude of projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to cultivate and foster enterprise-wide productivity on all levels.
• Proven track record of working in partnership with multiple governmental agencies at the local, state and federal level.

• The selected candidate must demonstrate highly developed executive leadership skills, public administration acumen and the ability to lead a large municipal organization.
• At least ten (10) years of Public Work/Operational experience required; Seven (7) to ten (10) years' experience as Director of Public Works preferred.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant managerial experience.
• Master's Degree preferred; BS (or BA) in Business, Public Administration, Civil Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience required; Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland is preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Salary
Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.