Job Description
Are you a dedicated and experienced public works professional looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing community? The City of Chickasha is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Public Works Director to help lead our essential infrastructure and public services. This key leadership role supports the Public Works Director in overseeing daily operations, managing projects, and ensuring the efficient delivery of services that enhance the quality of life for our residents. If you have a strong background in municipal public works, a passion for innovation, and the ability to lead diverse teams, we encourage you to apply and join our mission to build a stronger, more sustainable community.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Under general supervision of the Public Works Director, assists management, planning, organization and direction of work in the Public Works department. Assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Streets, Fleet Maintenance, Property Maintenance, Water/Waste Water and Sanitation Services work groups. In the absence of the Public Works Director, the Assistant may assume the management duties of the department as assigned. Experience in street maintenance and repairs preferred. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in the supervision of division managers and department support staff, either directly or through subordinates. Assist in the determination of work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow, when warranted. Assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness and conformance to policies and procedures. Studies and standardizes department policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Maintains harmony among workers and resolve issues with written and oral instructions. Prepares composite reports from individual reports of subordinates. Adjusts errors and complaints. Assist with planning, organizing, and coordination of staffing, equipment and infrastructure of the public works department. Assist and make recommendation for the preparation and implementation of the department's budgets, Capital improvement plan, and appropriate master plan consistent with standard procedures and department priorities. Assist in the preparation of bidding, competency of contractors and vendors, and the selection criteria for public contracts. Assist with project management for the construction of the municipal public works projects. Assist in the oversight of assigned projects, ensuring contractor compliance with time and budget parameters for the project. Assist in the oversight of the maintenance of infrastructure and other records. Responds to public or other inquiries relative to department policies and procedures. Evaluates issues and options regarding municipal public works and makes recommendations to the Public Works Director. Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, City, County, State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups and the general public regarding division activities and services, as directed by the Public Works Director. Keep abreast of problems, circumstances, activities or events which may/will affect the department and communicate these to the Public Works Director. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Broad knowledge of such fields as City organization, operations, policies and procedures. Principles of Public Works Administration, engineering, design, mechanical engineering storm water, drainage, recycling operations, project management, strategic planning. Water/ Waste Water compliance requirements and applicable state rules and regulations. REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Oklahoma driver's License. DEQ-C Water classification, DEQ-C Waste Water classification and Class A CDL within six (6) months of hire. Supervises a group (25+) of employees who are engaged in diversified activities in one or more departments. Supervises the following departments:
Streets, Fleet Maintenance, Property Maintenance, Water/Waste Water Maintenance and Sanitation Services work groups. Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$67,000.00 - $82,585.00 per year Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tools provided Vision insurance Experience:
Public Works:
3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute:
Chickasha, OK 73018 (Required) Ability to Relocate:
Chickasha, OK 73018: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred) Work Location:
In person
