Public Works Director

DATE: 12-10-99

JOB TITLE: City Engineer/Director of Public Works
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
DIVISION: N/A

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: City Administrator

DIRECTION OF OTHERS: All personnel of the following divisions: Engineering, Streets, Sewer Collection, Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Airport.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A minimum of a BS Degree in Civil Engineering, registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota, eight years of field experience with specific experience in design, construction, and supervision of municipal projects, thorough knowledge of professional principles and practices of Civil Engineering as applied to Municipal Public Works.

NATURE OF WORK: Plan, organize, and supervise functions and programs of the Public Works Department.

WORK PERFORMED/AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. Maintain and supervise employees to provide primary and incidental services related to the objectives of the above listed departments.

A. Hire qualified employees to staff the departments
B. Train employees
C. Supervise the division superintendents
D. Communicate with employees
E. Evaluate employees

II. Develop departmental operating policy to assure coordination of activities and meet stated objectives of the divisions under supervision.

A. Meets and confers with City Administrator and other city department heads.
B. Directs all departmental functions through administrative, supervisory, and
professional personnel.
C. Supervises all activities of the departments.
D. Holds regular staff meetings with supervisors for the purpose of instruction
and coordination of various projects.
E. Consults with division heads and makes decisions regarding operational
objectives.

III. Directs engineering, maintenance, and construction operations within the City to assure the proper coordination of project participants and adherence to time schedules.

A. Supervises the drawing of plans, estimates, and specifications of all
construction projects.
B. Supervises all bid-letting procedures.
C. Directs and advises staff on technical matters.
D. Reviews and/or supervises construction projects.
E. Maintains project records.

IV. Attends decision making meetings and contributes professional advice to the Administrator, City Council, and various boards and commissions.

A. Prepares reports and special materials
B. Provides professional expertise to the various boards and commissions.
C. Attends City Council meetings regularly.
D. Attends various boards and commissions and prepares material and reports as
needed.

V. Develops and administers departmental budget to maintain fiscal control.

A. Prepares annual budgets, with the assistance of division heads, for the
department.
B. Supervises and administers funds for all construction and repair projects.
C. Approves all requests for disbursement of department funds.

VI. Performs other job related functions

A. Performs special duties as assigned by the City Administrator.

EXTENT AND TYPE OF INTERACTION WITH PUBLIC:

I. Represents the City regarding transactions with other government bodies and agencies concerning departmental matters.

A. Initiates and studies a variety of programs pertaining to departmental
functions.
B. Presents City views for consideration in matters under discussion.

II. Develops public understanding of work and activities of the Public Works Department.

A. Answers citizen questions and requests for materials and information.
B. Follows up on citizen complaints in areas pertaining to the department.
C. Maintains good public relations with the City Council, industries, businesses,
and with the general public.
D. Attends meetings of civic organizations, schools, and other public functions to
promote programs of the department.
E. Maintains a work schedule permitting easy access for the public.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS:

I. Must posses a valid Minnesota driver's license.

II. Must be registered as a Professional Engineer by the State of Minnesota.

III. All required licenses and certifications must be maintained active and valid by the employee.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOL OPERATION:

I. Employee must be capable of operating miscellaneous tools and equipment relative to this position which shall include but may not be limited to: Motor vehicles, communication equipment, computers, copy machines, fax machines, measuring devices, and calculators.

WORKING HOURS AND CONDITIONS:

I. Hours may vary, but generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
This is an exempt position and does not accrue overtime.

II. Office environment and construction job site activities, which may include walking, climbing, and bending, in a normal construction environment. This may include exposure to the natural elements, dust, insects, and conditions that could be hazardous or dangerous relative to construction sites.

III. As approved by the City Administrator and availability of funds, continuing education and training will be provided to ensure a competent level of ability to perform the duties of this position and to allow maintenance of required licenses and certifications.

In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands: This position requires an equal amount of time spent standing, walking, and sitting. Lifting, pushing/pulling, or carrying objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds is sometimes required, with a maximum of seventy-five (75) pounds infrequently required. Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, and bending are sometimes required. Repetitive movements of the hands are sometimes required. Audio, visual, and verbal functions are essential functions to performing this position. The majority of the workday is spent indoors.