Public Works Director

Cedar Hill, TX, United States

Salary: See Position Description

Location : 285 Uptown Blvd. Cedar Hill TX, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 700-009-11-2023

Department: Public Works

Division: Engineering

Opening Date: 02/23/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Why This Role is Valuable

The City of Cedar Hill is seeking an innovative, community-oriented servant leader ready to join its municipal family as the next Public Works Director!

The purpose of this position is to direct the activities and operations of the Public Works Department by coordinating the activities of various departments. This is accomplished by establishing the activities of the Fleet Maintenance, Street Maintenance, Water and Sewer, Engineering, Transportation and CIP Divisions with each other and outside agencies. Other duties may include recommending and administering policies and procedures, directing and coordinating department work plans, supervising department personnel, overseeing and participating in the development and administration of budgets, representing the Department to other City Departments, and interfacing with other City employees and citizens. This position provides direction to other employees.

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The starting salary is up to $175,000, depending on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Municipal Solutions is assisting in this recruitment. To receive consideration, please email a letter of interest and resume to Attention: David A. Evertsen.

How You Add Value

Creates a vision for the department that will raise the bar and gain recognition in the Metroplex. Develops a strategic plan to implement the vision. Provides premier customer service to internal and external customers by responding to requests in a timely and professional manner. Manages department services and activities by recommending and administering policies and procedures, establishing appropriate service and personnel levels, monitoring and evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures, allocating resources and coordinating and directing a variety of projects. Directs and coordinates department work plans by assigning projects and areas of responsibility, reviewing and evaluating work methods and procedures, meeting with management, identifying and resolving problems, assessing and monitoring workloads, administrative and support systems and internal reporting relationships, identifying opportunities for improvement and directing and implementing changes Supervises department personnel by providing and coordinating employee training, working with employees to correct deficiencies and implementing discipline and termination procedures. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the City's 5-year Capital Improvement Program and annual capital improvement budgets by forecasting funds needed for personnel, equipment, materials and supplies, approving expenditures and implementing budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary. Represents the department to other City departments, elected officials and outside agencies by coordinating department activities with other departments, agencies and organizations, participating on a variety of boards, commissions and committees and attending and participating in professional group meetings. Explains, justifies and defends department programs, policies and activities by negotiating and resolving sensitive and controversial issues, responding to and resolving citizen inquiries and complaints and presenting reports and any necessary correspondence. Regular attendance required.

What You Bring to the Role

This position requires a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, or closely related field, Master's degree preferred.

Candidates must also have at least seven (7) years of related experience, which can include a combination of Senior Engineer, City Engineer & Public Works Director experience with at least three years of supervisory experience.

Candidates must also possess a valid Texas Driver License (or ability to obtain)

Preference may be given to candidates with a Professional Engineer (PE) License, however, this license is not required to apply.

How to Join Our Family

Municipal Solutions is assisting in this recruitment. To receive consideration, please email a letter of interest and resume to Attention: David A. Evertsen.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hill will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests, please call Human Resources at 972-291-5100, ext 1050.

The City of Cedar Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of genetic information in compliance with GINA, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, or disability in hiring, conditions, or termination of employment. Final applicants for employment with the City of Cedar Hill are subject to drug testing and background screening.

CITY OF CEDAR HILL

285 Uptown Blvd Bldg #100

Cedar Hill, TX 75104

972-291-5100

The City of Cedar Hill's culture sets us apart from any other City in the world. We live by five very important values, which also contain many parts to make a whole. The five values we live by are High Standards, Teamwork, Premier Customer Service, Family Oriented and Fun.

Recognizing that employees are essential in the operation of our organization, the City of Cedar Hill exemplifies our family oriented values by offering a comprehensive benefits plan, supporting the present and future of our employees. Full time benefits include:

Security for the Present: Health Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Additional Supplemental Plans Medical and Dependent Day Care Reimbursement Account

Security for the Future: TMRS Retirement Plan (Employee contributes 7% pre-tax, City provides 2 to 1 matching, vesting after 5 years, with option of retirement, at any age, with 20 years of service) Deferred Compensation Plans through ICMA and Nationwide

Additional Benefits: Education Reimbursement Assistance Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center Employee Membership (Family membership discounts available) Zula B. Wylie Public Library Card Employee Assistance Program Longevity

Leave Benefits: Vacation Sick 12 Paid City Holidays

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Do you currently possess a Professional Engineer License? Yes

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Do you possess at least seven years of related experience required, which can include a combination of Senior Engineer, City Engineer & Public Works Director experience with at least three years of supervisory experience? Yes

No

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