Public Services / Utilities Assistant Director
Tarpon Springs, City ofDescription
The City of Tarpon Springs is looking to add an Assistant Director to our dynamic leadership team!
The purpose of the Assistant Director of Public Services is to provide strategic leadership and direction for programs and projects within the Public Services Divisions. This role requires a forward-thinking manager who can lead diverse teams, foster collaboration, and ensure operational excellence across multiple departments. With a strong focus on water and wastewater utilities and utility billing operations. This position oversees and coordinates all operational and administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have a positive approach to employee engagement and operational success.Examples of Duties
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
- Provides leadership example for department staff with regard to public contact, budget maintenance, work ethics, report preparation, etc.
- Assists Director in support of Emergency Management functions in the event of a declared emergency, including staffing of the City Emergency Operations Center during emergency events when required by the City Manager.
- Assists in the preparation of the annual departmental budgets, capital budgets and capital programs, as directed.
- Prepares recommendations and backup for Director's submittal of Board agenda items as assigned.
- Reviews department (water & wastewater) operations for recommended improvements as assigned, including review of utilities operational efficiencies and opportunities to improve same.
- Creates professional reports through utilization of computer-generated graphs and charts for analysis of departmental operations and document information for administrative decision making.
- Creates, coordinates and manages water and wastewater projects and programs, as may be required.
- Researches, develops and analyzes projects as may be required for reporting and presentation.
- Research, reviews, prepares and submits accurate complex technical feasibility studies, needs analysis, correspondence, and reports.
- Provides direction and leadership for the City's safety program.
- Attends and participates in a variety of boards and committees and professional organizations.
- Performs technical field inspections of department sites and operations to be aware of current projects and operational problems, as directed.
- Reviews and evaluates reports from Department Heads and Supervisors and recommends revisions and/or further research.
- Assists the Director in Citywide sustainability initiatives, including attending Sustainability Committee meetings and related actions and reporting.
- Assesses emerging environmental regulations and environmental compliance issues and coordinates with FDEP and other regulatory agencies as needed.
- Assists with management of environmental compliance programs for water and wastewater utilities.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology or related discipline.
- Eight years of technical public works, public utilities or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
- Florida Professional Engineer License, preferred.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Group A
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.- Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.- None.
The City of Tarpon Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.
**This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. **
The City of Tarpon Springs, Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment and treated without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, pregnancy, marital status or veteran status (except if eligible for Veteran’s Preference) and all other protected characteristics.
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