#3680- Assistant Director of Public Works

Fluvanna County is seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Public Works.

The Assistant Director of Public Works performs skilled labor, and general labor positions in the functional areas of:  Building and Grounds Maintenance; Custodial Services; Solid Waste and Recycling; and Project Management.

Under the general supervision of the Public Works Director, the Assistant Director supports the Director in oversight of the entire department by assisting with personnel issues, budgeting, long-range planning, development of strategic initiatives, and representation on various boards and committees.  The Assistant Director provides day-to-day direction, management, and oversight of the Building Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, and Custodial Service divisions, performs project management duties, and oversees small tenant improvement and remodeling projects.  May be called to respond to emergencies at any time, including weather and other building emergencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   

• Oversees, manages, and supervises day-to-day operations and maintenance of building systems, custodial, and grounds, and project management and construction of facility improvements.
• Assists in the design and coordination of complex public works projects, providing technical assistance as required.
• Conducts short and long-range facilities management planning and identifies specific space and equipment needs to support future requirements.
• Establishes schedules for all projects and work requests; monitors work progress.
• Conducts periodic site visits to evaluate work quality to ensure compliance with applicable safety guidelines, building codes, and federal, state, and county regulations.
• Implements and maintains a comprehensive department safety program.
• In concert with the Director, establishes performance standards for facility preventative and regular maintenance activities including response times to work requests, time to completion, and work quality.
• Assists the Director in establishing systems to identify, track, and maintain status records on County facilities in need of maintenance, remodeling, renovation, and repairs. 
• Provides leadership and training to assigned staff; evaluates work of subordinates and conducts performance appraisals in a timely manner.
• Oversees preparation, accuracy, and timely submittal of staff work time via time keeping system.
• Monitors staff effectiveness and recognizes achievements as well as corrects deficiencies in performance.
• Administers a program of required and discretionary safety and skills enhancement and professional development training and other related activities.
• Develops and enforces organizational and departmental standard operating procedures including County policies, and safety rules and regulations.
• Prepares written and verbal technical reports to the Public Works Director, County Administrator, and external agencies, as required.
• Assists in the preparation, coordination, and control of the operating and capital improvement budgets for the Department.
• Monitors annual facilities modification/maintenance budgets to ensure that spending remains within established parameters.
• Coordinates contracting for outside skilled labor when needs cannot be met with in-house staff to maintain project budgets and meet project deadlines.
• Assists the Public Works Director in the contract preparation and negotiations with outside contractors and consultants on the design and construction of improvement projects.
• Acts on behalf of the Public Works Director by assignment or delegation in the director’s absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering and/or utility operations.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Material and techniques of construction projects.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skills in:

• Leading teams and facilitating groups.
• Project and Program Management.
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Time management, both self and others.

Ability to:

• Motivate and supervise team leads and front line staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, department heads, County officials, and representatives from the private sector or other jurisdictions, and the public.
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
• Manage construction to deliver the project from planning, through bidding, construction and close out on time and on budget.
• Participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives and procedures.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and project reports.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Education, training, and/or work experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, public administration, business administration or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in public works , facility maintenance/ management, or similar field, and including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTS:

• Required to carry a cell phone and subject to recall at any time during an emergency and may be required to work long hours without normal days off.
• Must be able to travel in personal or assigned vehicle to emergency scenes, meetings, or public events in order to complete office assignments.
• Must be able to respond independently or as directed at odd hours and for extended periods of time during emergencies.
• Must be available to work some weekends and evenings for presentations, training, and meetings. 
• Office environment exposure to computer screens; sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work indoors/outdoors under adverse conditions for an extended period of time in the event of an emergency.
• Must have ability to occasionally lift, push/pull, and hold/carry 30 pounds.
• Must have the ability to frequently stand and sit, and occasionally walk over flat and uneven terrain.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess and maintain an appropriate driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

POST OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

• Criminal background check and driving record check.

Salary Range $62,670 to $72,070  (depending on qualifications). 

Excellent benefits (paid health, dental, and vision) Flex spending, life, disability, and VA retirement).

Submit a cover letter, resume, references, and County application to jobs@fluvannacounty.org.   

Applications are available on the county website at www.fluvannacounty.org.

The position will remain open until filled

EOE/AA

Fluvanna is a V3 Veteran Certified Employer