Deputy Public Works Director

Applications available at the Cascade County Human Resources Dept., www.cascadecountymt.gov or Job Service.

Position: Deputy Public Works Director

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 DOE

Schedule: Full-time with Benefits

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department:Public Works

Department Administrator:Les Payne

Education/Experience/Training:

Ø Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Business Management.

Ø Or a combination of related education and experience totaling five (5) years that include three (3) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in operations, and two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Ø Or any equivalent combination of experience and training relevant to the position totaling five (5) years that includes two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Certifications:

Ø Valid Montana Driver’s License.

JOB SUMMARY

The Deputy Public Works Director (Deputy Director) for the Cascade County Public Works Department (PWD) assists the Public Works Director (Director) in managing the PWD, overseeing, directing, and coordinating multiple and varied activities, projects and operations of the PWD, ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations, exercising supervision of PWD staff, and supporting the Director in strategic/long-term planning, resource allocation, and project management. The Deputy Director assists the Director in the development and implementation of plans, policies and procedures for the PWD, preparation, administration and management of the PWD budget, interacts with contractors, developers and vendors, serves as a liaison between the PWD and the community and provides highly responsible and complex technical support to the Director. The Deputy Director may assume the responsibilities of the Director in the Director’s absence and will perform other duties or projects as required or assigned to accomplish the overall objectives and mission of the PWD.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists with the supervision of a large workforce with multiple division supervisors and staff including professional and technical labor, directs the work and assigns priorities for the PWD and ensures a properly trained workforce and assists the Director with and participates in staffing decisions including hiring, firing, training, discipline, performance evaluations and scheduling of work; Assists the Director in developing and implementing PWD goals, objectives, policies and procedures and participates in emergency planning operations; Encourages and contributes to a work environment that encourages positive staff morale, motivation, commitment and team building with all PWD employees and other County offices, departments and staff; Assists in the management, administration and implementation of ongoing activities related to protocol and compliance issues and makes policy development recommendations related to protocol and compliance issues with regard to internal new employee orientation, staff training, personnel management decisions, budget preparation, and grant and contract tracking; Assists the Director in preparing budgetary projections, identifying resource needs and providing technical expertise; Assists the Director in the review and discussions of union bargaining proposals and participates in bargaining unit negotiations; Assists with the monitoring of contractor or vendor performance and compliance by making periodic and special inspections of road and bridge maintenance projects, new construction, remodeling of existing facilities, relocation of facilities; Reports to the Director on design and construction contracts, manages contract bidding process, evaluates competency of contractors and vendors, determines the selection criteria for public contracts and manages the contract budget and the contractor/vendor relationship; Assists the Director with preparation and implementation of the capital improvement plan for County heavy equipment, light duty vehicles, light duty equipment and facilities for approval by the BOCC; Assists with the implementation of the approved plan and authorized expenditures; Assists with the review and coordination of federal and state programs available to the County, develops proposals to secure federal and state assistance and provide for coordination of grants received; Reviews proposed and new legislation to assist the Director and advise the BOCC of potential impacts and ensures compliance with state laws; Assists with the implementation of reporting and control methods; Reports to the Director on program management for environmental rehabilitation of underground storage tanks and leaking underground storage tanks and ensures testing and compliance of existing County fueling systems; Assists the Director in coordinating DES and emergency personnel on incidents requiring County resources and participates in a leadership role on Incident Command Team where and when appropriate; Assists in the development, maintenance and updates to various departmental standard operating procedures and policies; Assists the Director to coordinate with OSHA, MSHA and County Risk Management to ensure employees and facilities are in compliance; Practices and encourages work place safety and holds employees accountable to practice work place safety; Reviews complaints regarding department deficiencies and develops plans for correction and reports to the Director; Assists the Director to ensure compliance with fiscal requirements and other legal rules and regulations; Attends trainings, meetings and conferences to improve efficiencies and to remain current of state and federal requirements; Reports to the Director on all building projects, new construction, relocation and remodeling; Assists the Director with the oversight of the carpenter and painter, ensuring work projects are coordinated with appropriate department heads and contractor and analyzing the cost benefit ratio to the County; Assists the Director with cleanup and documentation during and after local disasters; On-call evenings and weekends; Serves on boards as directed by the Director; Servies as a liaison between the PWD and the community addressing concerns and providing information about PWD projects and services; Assistant ADA Building Accessibility Coordinator jointly with Director and the HR Director; Assistant Program Manager for grant funded County projects, provides grants coordinator required reports and financial documentation; Assists Director with coordination with projects including the Great Falls Community Development Department, Public Works Department, Montana Department of Transportation and Malmstrom Air Force Base; Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge and understanding of:

Operational characteristics, services and activities of a comprehensive public works programs; Principles, methods and practices of infrastructure operation and maintenance, capital project design and management, fleet coordination, water supply, distribution and drainage, project management and building maintenance; Supervisory methods, principles and practices; County, state and federal regulations regarding procurement and bids; Cascade County Human Resource policies and procedures and related state and federal statutes; Public Works construction and maintenance practices; Confidentiality policies, rules, standards and guidelines; Word processing and spreadsheet software; Relevant state and federal regulations; Safety rules, procedures and practices.

Skills in:

Program planning, implementation, oversight and evaluation; Interpersonal communication and conflict resolution; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher and PowerPoint; Organization and accuracy; Customer service and public relations.

Ability to:

Plan, organize, prioritize, supervise and evaluate the work of all PWD employees in construction, maintenance and repair work; Read and interpret specifications, sketches, diagrams and blueprints; Maintain time, cost and material records and prepares comprehensive reports; Establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with the Director, Finance/Budget, Human Resources, other County departments, employees and the general public; Communicate in a professional and effective manner with others, both orally and in writing, in both technical and non-technical terms; Prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, recommendations and technical documentation; Operate a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet and database applications and achieve knowledge of additional computer applications as needed to complete required job duties; Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Perform a wide variety of supervisory and public relations tasks with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Meet challenges with resourcefulness through original thinking and creativity; Practice good public relations and display sound judgment and decision-making skills within established policies and procedures in stressful situations; Comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions; Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information; Identify problems that adversely affect the organization and its functions and offer positive suggestions for improvements; Work collaboratively with management, co-workers, multiple agencies or organizations; Accept responsibility and be self-motivated; Demonstrate punctuality and observe required work hours; Work independently with little supervision; Perform other duties as assigned or required.

The successful applicant shall serve a one-year probationary period and will have a criminal background check conducted. The results thereof may disqualify the applicant from consideration for employment with the County.

Notice to Applicants: Applicants who are claiming Veteran’s or Handicap Preference must provide a DD-214 Discharge Document (Part 4) or DPHHS Handicap Certification and Employment Preference Form with their application for employment so Cascade County may apply the preference during the selection process.

Cascade County makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with the applicant’s ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or an employee’s ability to perform the essential duties of the job. For Cascade County to consider such arrangements, the applicants must make known any needed accommodations.

CASCADE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000