Assistant City Manager of Public Works

Salary Not Available Position range in Brown County $17.76

• $54.

14 Per hour Assistant City Manager of Public Works City of Brownwood

Occupation:

General and Operations Managers

Location:

Brownwood, TX

• 76801 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16952103

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

12/23/2025

Updated:

03/31/2026

Expires:

06/01/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 120 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for .

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 & 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 & Development Department through direct supervision of the Director of Planning & 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 & Development through direct supervision of the Director of Planning & Development; establishes performance expectations and ensures effective, consistent development services. Ensures coordinated, cross-departmental review of development and infrastructure impacts by aligning Planning & 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 & 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 lift materials 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 verbally with 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 the public. Must maintain good relationships with the public, Council, employees, and other local, state, and federal government 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 the operation and construction of public infrastructure including water and wastewater systems, streets, and/or landfills, with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior management position. Experience coordinating development services and cross-department development review processes is preferred.