What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Public Works Director position at City of Beaumont?
Essential Job Functions: Primary responsibility is to coordinates activities of the Water Utilities Divisions within the framework of established regulations, policies and procedures of the Public Works Department; works to ensure that the divisions are providing an adequate supply of high quality potable water for domestic, industrial and fire protection use; monitors the collection and treatment of wastewater for the protection of public health and the environment; oversees the maintenance and construction of water and sanitary sewer infrastructure; Roadway and Drainage Systems, planning, designing and constructing projects to meet present and future needs; updating policies and procedures to ensure high quality construction and compliance with State and Federal regulations; make presentations to City Council; attend meetings and give talks to various civic groups.
Other Job Functions: Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Skills/Abilities: Most possess leadership skills to efficiently organize, direct, and coordinate the activities, personnel, and equipment of a multi-functional Public Works department, including strong project management skills; must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) for interaction with elected and appointed officials, employees, agencies, other governmental units, and the public; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Physical Requirements: Frequently drives, files, does data entry, uses calculator and PC, sees, sits, sorts, walks, and writes by hand; frequently lifts objects weighing up to 10 lbs; infrequently lifts objects weighing 25 lbs; infrequently stoops, climb, bend.
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Chemistry/Science or related field. Minimum ten years of experience in water, sewer, street and drainage field, EPA & TCEQ Rules & Regulations, including five years of supervisory experience; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Other: Applicant selected for hire shall be subject to a background check and a drug/alcohol screen test. Valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record required. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.