Public Works Administrator Nature of Work: This is administrative and technical work in directing and supervising the City’s Public Works operation. Work involves the responsibility for directing all phases of municipal public works, including storm sewers, fleet maintenance, public municipal facilities, and road maintenance. An employee in this class will also formulate policies and coordinates activities in accordance with general policies and procedures established by the Mayor and the Board of Alderman. This position exercises supervision over several unskilled, semi-skilled, and supervisory maintenance and construction employees.

Responsibilities Include: Directing the activities of the City’s equipment maintenance building, maintenance programs, and solid waste disposal programs. Directs and oversees street and sewer maintenance, construction programs, any transfer stations, and other municipally owned facilities.

Responsible for researching and implementing improvements to the operation of the departments in his/her charge, formulation of policies, and coordination of activities in accordance with general policies established by the Mayor and Board of Alderman.

The Administrator will handle complaints from the public as received by phone or directly in person. Implementation of and adherence to procedures and department personnel functions. Responsibilities also include establishing and maintaining appropriate work relationships with municipal officials, peers, supporting personnel State and local organizations, and the public. Day to day operations is performed under guidelines established by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen; however, this Administrator must also exercise considerable independent judgment and technical expertise to meet department objectives.

This position will administer the department’s employment contracts, confer with the department employees about the development and progress of various projects. Will give general supervision to the repair and maintenance of all motorized equipment, including light and heavy trucks and all special equipment. Will work with contracted professional engineers in designing and implementing projects, as assigned. Performs such duties as may be requested by the Mayor or Board of Aldermen.

 Requirements of Work: Must have extensive knowledge of construction methods, materials, and equipment as applied in municipal public works. Have considerable knowledge of the modern principles and practices of municipal public works administration. Must have a working knowledge of finance, administration, and budgeting. Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Public Works Department, including long-term planning. Will also need to be familiar with housing codes.