Organization: |
City of Grand Ledge
| Job Category: |
Director Public Works
| Job Type: |
Full Time
| Country: |
USA
| State/Province: |
Michigan (MI)
| City: |
Grand Ledge
| Post Code: |
48837
| Salary and Benefits: |
$67,649 - $87,946, DOQ
| Post Date: | 01/18/2018 |
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JOB SUMMARY: Under the policy direction of the City Council and the administrative policy of the City Administrator, plans, directs, and supervises all aspects of the City’s Public Services Department which encompasses city engineering, street construction and maintenance, water and sewer maintenance, water treatment, wastewater treatment, vehicle and equipment fleet, Public Service garage, municipal buildings and grounds maintenance, cemetery, and parks and recreation facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Educational requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an applicable field. Experience requirements include eight years of progressively more responsible experience in Public Works, including five years of supervisory and administrative duties. The following licenses are preferred: State of Michigan Class S2 Water Distribution License, Class D2 Limited Water Treatment License, State of Michigan Class F2 Water Filtration License, WWTP Class B License. A valid Michigan’s driver’s license is required. Thorough knowledge of the principles, policies, procedures, laws and regulations governing Public Works operations. Knowledge of all phases of municipal Public Works operation, including operation of a water and wastewater utility, street construction and maintenance, cemetery operations, grounds keeping and parks & recreation. Thorough knowledge of public management techniques involved in budgeting, personnel administration, labor relations, grant writing, contract and project management, and public works operations. Considerable knowledge of the safety issues, regulations and procedures utilized in public works operations, and skill in applying them to regular and emergency projects. Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles. Skill in assembling and analyzing data, and in preparing comprehensive and accurate reports. Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing, and in making presentations in public forums. Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgement, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, project contractors, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, other City administrators, elected officials, and the public. Ability to critically assess situations and solve problems, and to work effectively under stress, within deadlines and changes in work priorities. Ability to effectively train, lead, motivate, evaluate, and discipline employees under emergency and non-emergency conditions.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Interested applicants should submit a completed application, resume, five (5) professional references, and letter of introduction by February 14, 2018, 5:00 PM to:
Amee King, Assistant City Administrator
310 Greenwood St.
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
aking@cityofgrandledge.com
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