Assistant Director, Public Works Operations (Street & Bridge Operations)

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Assistant Director, Public Works Operations (Street & Bridge Operations)

City of Austin Austin, Texas, United States

Job Description:

Assistant Director, Public Works Operations (Street & Bridge Operations)

Description

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special?



By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

The City of Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) is a department of the City of Austin responsible for a variety of transportation, mobility, and safety functions throughout the community. ATPW works with many Austin-area partners and agencies to build, maintain, and operate a multi-modal transportation system that is safe, reliable, and sustainable.

Job Description:

Under nominal direction, develops, plans, and implements operational plans and public works functions for the City of Austin.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.


Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or Public Administration ,plus six (6) years of supervisory/management experience in road, pavement, utilities, vehicle, facilities, and other public works maintenance and repair operations.

Twelve (12) college semester hours of graduate work in one of the above-specified areas may substitute for six months of the required work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is an exceptional leader with a proven track record in Street & Bridge Operations. With the ability to look beyond one’s workgroup and see the big picture, the ideal candidate will also be a visionary for the department, with the ability to identify areas of opportunity and improvement. The candidate should possess excellent interpersonal skills to establish relationships with City staff and the community. Advanced written and verbal communication skills are imperative for this position.

The following are the preferred qualifications for the Street and Bridge Operations Assistant Director:

Experience Maintaining Transportation Infrastructure - Understanding transportation asset maintenance best practices, prioritizing resource needs, budgeting, and planning for future needs.

Experience managing field crews - Understanding the complexities and safety concerns that may arise during projects.

Emergency Management Experience - Familiarity with Incident Command System (ICS) and expertise in providing critical response to emergencies such as climate change, heat, floods, and winter storms.

Data-Driven Innovation Experience - Ability to leverage data to support and enhance practices, processes, and decision making within Street and Bridge Operations.

Inclusive Leadership Expertise - Ability to connect with employees throughout the various units, locations, and shifts across the city.

Crisis Leadership Experience - Ability to navigate crisis situations with strong decision making.

Change Management - Ability to identify and lead change initiatives to move the organization forward in a meaningful way.

Relationship Builder - Ability to effectively build and leverage relationships with internal and external stakeholders and Mayor and City Council.

Cross-functional Project Collaboration Expertise - Proven ability to streamline and optimize complex, cross-functional projects by identifying inefficiencies, implementing scalable workflows, and leveraging project management tools to enhance productivity, reduce resource waste, and accelerate delivery timelines.

Notes to Candidate:

To view the detailed Recruitment Profile for this position, please click here .

To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here.

Working with ATPW provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Regarding Your Application:


Salary: $181,000 - $191,000 annually

If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
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