Assistant Public Works Director/Assistant City Engineer

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Class Title

Assistant Public Works Director/Assistant City Engineer

Class Code

5749

Salary

$148,907.20 - $195,062.40 Annually

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Classification Description Summary

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Capital Projects/Transportation & Traffic Engineering/Right-of-Way Management Divisions within the Public Works Department engineering design, traffic engineering, survey, special assessment districts, construction engineering, and pavement management; oversees and evaluates the effectiveness of engineering operations; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Public Works.

Essential Functions

STRATEGIC LEADER COMPETENCIES-Competencies for Strategic Leaders depict the combination of aptitudes, behaviors, beliefs and actions that highly successful Strategic Leaders demonstrate in moving the City of Reno toward its mission to create a community that people are proud to call home.

ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT VIEWPOINT-Views the organization's various functions as a system of interconnected and interdependent parts of a cohesive whole with cross-functional responsibilities. Remains agile and creates and responds to change; anticipates problems in advance and develops solutions. Remains cognizant of how subtle changes can impact the entire organization.

STRATEGIC FOCUS-Recognizes that evolution/change must occur for the organization to fulfill its mission. Plans proactively rather than reactively and considers factors such as the external environment, best practices, internal organizational dynamics, and organizational goals to develop a vision for the future. Works to engage others in support of the vision. Uses appropriate data to make business decisions and sets meaningful metrics to measure success. Aligns resources with strategic imperatives and understands the necessity of cohesion among various business units. Uses project management skills to manage goals by phasing processes, collaborating with stakeholders and implementing opportunities for improvement. Plans a course of action designed to help the City respond to an event that may or may not happen, creates a plan B.

FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY- Plans, budgets and forecasts, uses predictive analytics, and business intelligence to ensure resources (financial and human) are effectively allocated to achieve the goals and objectives of the City. Links resources to strategic imperatives and identifies, assesses, prioritizes, documents, reports and manages risk and its impact. Ensures safe work habits and models safety practices.

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION-Effectively uses verbal, non-verbal, and active listening communication skills tailored to a variety of audiences. Articulates a compelling message and influences others to embrace a shared vision. Behaves authentically and demonstrates energy when attempting to establish interpersonal relationships. Ensures the clarity of a message delivered. Remains helpful, respectful, approachable and team-oriented. Builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment and shares expertise through consultation. Actively promotes solutions to problems through interdisciplinary approaches. Works together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals. Creates productive relationships interdepartmentally and with outside agencies.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT-Sets a clear vision for their team and links business unit performance and employee skills, competencies and performance to the City’s mission and organizational needs. Sets clear expectations, reviews progress, providing feedback and guidance, and holding employees accountable. Makes decisions, sets clear goals and provides their teams with the empowerment and tools to achieve success. Promotes positive team relations by investing in essential team routines that produce a healthy and inclusive culture, including performance management, professional development, celebrations, team bonding, effective problem solving and communication. Invests in employee learning, growth, development and improvement. Motivates employees in advancing and tracking career goals. Identifies and develops leadership skills among employees and team members within your department.

SELF-MANAGEMENT- Plans ahead, manages time well, arrives on time. Behaves in a professional manner. Expresses and controls emotions and understands, interprets, and responds to the emotions of others appropriately. Understands, uses, and manages own emotions in ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict. Remains aware of feelings, actions and impressions in self and others. Remains open and receptive to feedback, demonstrates a willingness to learn, and embraces continuous improvement in self and others.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Performs delegated City Engineer duties including reviewing and signing plans, plats, and other technical documents as well as municipal code or policy required instruments including special assessment districts and NRS items regarding professional services.

• Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Capital Projects/Transportation & Traffic Engineering/Right-of-Way Management Divisions including engineering design, traffic engineering, survey, special assessment districts, construction engineering, and pavement management; oversee and evaluate the effectiveness of engineering services.

• Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.

• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for engineering staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.

• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate engineering personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.

• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the division’s annual budget, strategic plan, and infrastructure management programs; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.

• Ensure timely resolution of operational issues; anticipate potential crises and act to prevent their occurrence or reduce impact.

• Represent the City’s interests and positions before legislative and rule-making authorities at all levels of government.

• Implement the City’s Capital Improvement Plan; provide input to updates and revisions to the plan as necessary; assure that projects identified in the plan are designed and constructed consistent with the plan.

• Organize and direct various capital improvement projects; ensure compliance with established budgetary guidelines.

• Receive and review construction plans, design work, specifications, and estimates; recommend change orders and modifications to ensure conformance with applicable standards.

• Participate in the selection of consultants and outside contractors for the performance of assigned capital improvement projects; review engineering reports prepared by outside consultants.

• Serve as the liaison for the Capital Projects/Transportation & Traffic Engineering/Right-of-Way Management Divisions with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.

• Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

• Provide responsible staff assistance to the Director of Public Works; conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to engineering programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of engineering; incorporate new developments as appropriate.

• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints regarding engineering projects.

• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES-Core Competencies are the aptitudes, beliefs or actions that reflect the values of the organization and demonstrate what sets that organization apart, ultimately moving the organization toward the mission. Highly successful employees at the City of Reno will demonstrate these Core Competencies.

PRIDE: Acts in stewardship of public resources and public trust. Takes ownership of the success of the City mission seeking excellence in every act, and delivering efficient and high quality service. Strives to maximize public benefit and takes pride in the community we are creating.

CREATIVITY: Demonstrates forward thinking and embraces opportunities for continuous improvement. Thoughtfully overcomes challenges and seeks new solutions to resolve issues. Uses innovation to further the mission of the City of Reno.

INTEGRITY: Treats people with courtesy and respect. Achieves a standard of excellence, honoring City policies and all regulatory requirements. Holds self and others accountable and assumes a position of trust bringing honor to the mission of the City of Reno.

RESPECT: Instills public faith in the City of Reno by demonstrating a heart for public service and treating all people with dignity. Remains approachable and seeks to effectively communicate in a way that values others as a part of a greater community that we are all proud to call home.

WELCOMING - Demonstrates knowledge, understanding, appreciation, and commitment to a community that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. Holds self and others accountable in support of diversity and the richness it brings to our community. Cultivates a sense of belonging and appreciation; dedicates self to being part of creating and advancing a respectful and welcoming community, and upholds equity for all members of the community and organization.

Knowledge of :

Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive public works program including civil engineering functions.

Modern and complex principles and practices of civil engineering.

Concepts of administrative relationships within the City.

Principles and practices of developing and monitoring strategic plans.

Rules and regulations governing public meetings.

Recent developments regarding civil engineering.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to :

Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive engineering program.

Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.

Prepare and administer large program budgets.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Research, analyze and evaluate assigned service delivery methods and techniques.

Understand the organization and operation of the department and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibility.

Interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.

Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.

Work in a team based environment to achieve common goals.

Coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously.

Meet the physical requirements to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training :

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience :

Seven years of increasingly responsible engineering experience including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate :

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Nevada or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some travel to different sites and locations; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; visual acuity for reading engineering plans and specifications; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Revision August 2022

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