What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Head, Infrastructure Maintenance position at City of Ocala?
This is professional administrative work supervising managers, administrative personnel, equipment operators, maintenance employees, inmate labor, and contract services in the maintenance, repair and construction of signalization and traffic signage, streets, sidewalks, stormwater infrastructure, drainage retention areas, city right-of-ways, parks, athletic fields, other city owned properties and code enforcement directed correction of private property. The position is also responsible for coordinating Infrastructure Division projects, consulting with the Transportation Engineer, Stormwater Engineer and employee training programs. This position reports to the City Engineer/ Director of Public Works.
- Assists the Public Works Director with the development of budget requests for the operation of the Infrastructure Maintenance Division.
- Plans, organizes, monitors and optimizes personnel, equipment, and materials for the maintenance and operation of the street system, stormwater management system and the traffic management system.
- Analyzes field data and reviews engineering studies to be submitted to the Transportation Engineer or Stormwater Engineer.
- Assists in the review of traffic and stormwater impact analysis submitted by developers and consultants.
- Attends various committee meetings pertaining to transportation projects and community service events.
- Makes field inspections of projects.
- Instructs employees in all phases of field safety, traffic control and safe operation of equipment. Monitors maintenance of all vehicles for the divisions. Monitors required DOT pre and post trip inspections for compliance by the employee group.
- Answer telephones.
- Run errands.
- Run copies and faxes of plans.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Attends staff and other meetings to represent the area.
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, engineering or construction management, AND at least one year of experience in transportation or stormwater engineering.
- A minimum five years of experience in a transportation or stormwater engineering-oriented job AND three years of supervisory experience may be considered.
- An equivalent combination of education, certifications, training, and experience may be considered.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Operators Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, procedures and methods used in the maintenance of stormwater infrastructure, streets, sidewalks, traffic signal, traffic signs, and related public works activities, along with parks beautification and maintenance. Must be able to assist in development of plans and specifications as per Florida Department of Transportation standards. Ability to prioritize and analyze data. Ability to meet multiple deadlines. Ability to take teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others. Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work being performed. Knowledge of related equipment specifications and industry standards preferred.
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of inmates, unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled subordinates in varied work activities.Ability to identify and recommend the training of employees. Ability to accurately prepare memorandums, complex documents and business letters. Must be knowledgeable in advanced business English, spelling and punctuation. Strong working knowledge of computers required. Ability to understand and follow oral and written technical instructions and specifications related to assigned work, orally and in written form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, correctional facilities and the general public. Ability to research and prepare reports and maintain records. Must be resourceful, dedicated, personable and community-oriented. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion. Ability to adjust to changing priorities. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Must have the ability to do excessive walking on even and uneven ground in varied weather conditions when inspecting job sites. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
No residency requirement but must be able to respond to the location of a job-related emergency at any time of day within 60 minutes of notification.
Yes
Salary : $72,160 - $95,855