As City Engineer, is responsible for permit processing, engineering review, inspection, and approvals for utility, private and public works projects and for the maintenance of City Engineering maps, records, and documents. Responsible for design specifications, permit application and contract documents for projects developed by the City.
Builds a functional and collaborative team of staff members in the department. Identifies and supports the professional, technical, and administrative development of all staff members necessary to ensure the skill sets and required credentials for employees are secured and maintained.
Develops, implements and administers the departmental budget (operating and capital).
Directs and administers department activities relating to the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program, including the street resurfacing schedule, equipment replacement schedule, public facilities, the shared use path master plan, and other areas of responsibility.
Directs and administers the City's utility operations to include wastewater treatment, wastewater collection, reclaimed water distribution, facility maintenance; solid waste management; and equipment service.
Develops and maintains constructive relationships with City Officials, residents, property owners, developers, contractors, and the general public regarding public works programs.
Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities including special projects, construction, maintenance, and office administration.
Manages the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System permit.
Manages the recovery and response to natural and non-natural disasters and events including internal coordination, intergovernmental coordination, and FEMA coordination.
Oversees efficient review of permit applications for the department through the City's electronic permitting system.
Plans, directs, and coordinates through subordinate supervisors, the maintenance and repair of City facilities, streets, automotive fleet, shared use paths, parks, bridges, storm, and surface water drainage.
Provides leadership to the Public Works Department. Monitors and evaluates the performance of the department programs, processes, and projects to ensure services provided are effective and efficient.
Researches and prepares special reports, recommendations and specifications for special City construction and other municipal improvements. Reviews and approves various records, reports, and documentation including work orders, purchase requisitions, time sheets, activity reports, regulatory reports, schedules, and progress reports.
Responsible for preparing or directs the preparation of agenda items for the City Council, Planning Commission and various committees and boards involved in public services activities; present agenda items to the above, as needed.
Reviews all private development applications to ensure all engineering aspects conform to City codes and are of adequate design.
Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints regarding City services performed in the jurisdiction of Public Works.
Requirements :
Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university. Master's Degree in Engineering or closely related field is preferred.
Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida. If a Licensed Professional Engineer in another state (United States), must complete requirements to become a Licensed Professional Engineer in Florida within 6-months of hire date.
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible public works or civil engineering experience for a municipality or similar public sector organization, with specific experience in solid waste, stormwater, wastewater, construction management, engineering, planning, and budgeting, with Four (4) years' experience as a Public Works Director, or Five (5) years' experience as a Deputy Director of Public Works or City Engineer.
Preferred experience includes work experience where the protection of environmentally sensitive land is an established priority.
Possession of a valid Florida driver's license, or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.