Job Assignment: ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER OF PUBLIC WORKS Job Number: 27-0405 Department: 09 - Street; 11 - Sanitation; 12 - Landfill; 21 - Water; 22 - WWC; 23 - WWTP; 24 - Fleet; 13 - Airport; 08 - Planning and Development Pay: D.O.E., Salaried, Overtime Exempt Immediate Supervisor: City Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This is a salaried, overtime-exempt position responsible for providing executive-level administration and supervisory direction for the planning, operation, maintenance, and improvements in the Public Works portfolio, including Street, Sanitation, Landfill, Water, Wastewater Collection, Wastewater Treatment Plant, Fleet, Airport, and other assigned functions. This position also provides executive oversight and strategic coordination of the Planning and Development Department through direct supervision of the Director of Planning and Development, ensuring alignment between development services, code administration, permitting and inspections, right-of-way and facility maintenance interfaces, and the City's infrastructure priorities. Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; provides support to the City Manager. Must be willing to adopt and exhibit the City of Brownwood "I SERVE" Core Values.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC WORK PERFORMED:

Supervises personnel of assigned departments by conducting performance evaluations, providing counsel as needed; recommends appointment, and when necessary, removal of officers and employees under his/her jurisdiction.

Manages the development and implementation of assigned departments' goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities; recommends appropriate service and staffing levels.

Provides technical and policy recommendations as they apply to ordinances, rules and regulations, and municipal maintenance and improvement operations.

Prepares the annual budget request for assigned departments and administers the budget after adoption.

Oversees the development, implementation, and reporting of the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within the assigned portfolio, including scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder coordination.

Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, permits, and grant/contract requirements; supports procurement, contract administration, and audit readiness within the assigned portfolio.

Prepares reports for submittal on public works and infrastructure projects as required.

Represents the City to residents, elected officials, community groups, and organizations; explains programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.

Participates in citywide policy development and recommendations as necessary.

Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures of

assigned departments; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements appropriate changes; leads continuous improvement efforts across Public Works and Development Services to elevate service levels, reduce turnaround times and enhance the customer experience.

Participates in investigations of complaints and/or employee grievances within assigned departments.

Assists in the preparation of agendas, staff reports, and supporting materials for City Council and

boards/commissions as assigned.

Attends meetings of the City Council and takes necessary action regarding agenda items within the assigned

portfolio.

Provides executive oversight to Planning and Development through direct supervision of the Director of

Planning and Development; establishes performance expectations and ensures effective, consistent development

services.

Ensures coordinated, cross-departmental review of development and infrastructure impacts by aligning

Planning and Development processes with engineering, floodplain, utilities, sanitation, streets, and other

applicable functions.

Meets and confers with citizens, businesses, developers, and contractors to remedy problems and discuss

City policies, procedures, and infrastructure needs related to development and service delivery.

Responds in emergency situations; successfully completes IS-700 NIMS introductory course and provides

documentation to the Emergency Management Coordinator upon completion.

Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

Directly:

Utility Superintendent, Street Superintendent, Fleet Superintendent, Sanitation Superintendent, WWTP Superintendent, Landfill Superintendent, Airport Manager, Director of Planning and Development, and Public Works Coordinator

Indirectly:

100 or more employees

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Indoors and outdoors.

Pleasant to unpleasant working conditions, adverse weather, poor light, odors, dirty conditions, with exposure to dust, fumes, odor, electrical, mechanical, traffic, chemical and toxic hazards.

Moderate physical activity. Ability to sit, stand and drive a vehicle to and from various worksites.

Ability to liftmaterials weighing up to 50 pounds frequently and 50-100 pounds occasionally.

Ability to bend, stoop, walk,kneel and stand.

Ability to walk over sloped and uneven terrain.

Ability to communicate in writing and verballywith the public.

Ability to understand verbal and written communication.

CONTACT WITH OTHERS:

Frequent interaction with all department heads, state and federal agencies, employees, City Council and thepublic.

Must maintain good relationships with the public, Council, employees, and other local, state, and federalgovernment units.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) preferably in Public Administration, Business, Engineering, or related field,with experience in municipal operations.

Must have ten (10) years or more experience in public works and theoperation and construction of public infrastructure including water and wastewater systems, streets, and/orlandfills, with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior management position.

Experience coordinatingdevelopment services and cross-department development review processes is preferred.

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