Deputy Director
National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), Durham, NC, United States
Overview
Environmental & Street Services was created during a recent city-wide reorganization, merging the former departments of Public Works, Solid Waste Management and a portion of Neighborhood Improvement Services into a new department that provides several public services. E&SS is tasked with providing – engineering and stormwater infrastructure services, street and sidewalk maintenance, solid waste operations (curbside residential solid waste and recycling collections, bulky item collections, waste and disposal center operations, and closed landfill management), GIS services, water quality management and stormwater billing operations.
The City of Durham’s E&SS Department is seeking a Deputy Director for the newly created Operations division within E&SS. The Operations division consists of: Street Maintenance, Stormwater Maintenance, Solid Waste Collections, Waste Disposal and Recycling Center management, and a rapid response team for various nuisance issues.
Responsibilities
As part of the Executive Team of E&SS, provide strategic leadership of various operational services.
Oversee services including asphalt and concrete maintenance, stormwater system maintenance, project and contract management for infrastructure projects, management of the City’s waste disposal and recycling center, management of the City’s closed landfill, street sweeping operations, solid waste services (curbside collections of solid waste, recyclables, yard waste and bulky items), remediation of non-compliant code enforcement cases, removal of graffiti and clean-up of illegal dumpsites.
Navigate the demands and increasing expectations placed on the E&SS Department, maintaining high standards and accountability for quality public service delivery.
Demonstrate a visionary leadership ability to anticipate and forecast the needs of the division, peers, and stakeholders and be proactive in meeting those needs.
Lead with a customer service focus and coordinate effectively within the division/department and with other City departments.
Engage in proactive asset management and budget forecasting to ensure services, programs and projects are managed and funded appropriately.
Oversee a budget of approximately $42M+ and 200+ team members; work collaboratively with the three Assistant Directors and Senior Technology Manager to provide leadership, direction and support for all services.
Manage and oversee daily operations and maintenance of City infrastructure (streets, sidewalks, bridges, stormwater facilities) and solid waste operations (residential collections, waste disposal and recycling center, and closed landfill monitoring).
Serve as the department’s liaison and representative for emergency management operations with Durham County government and lead the development and maintenance of the department’s Continuity of Operations Plan.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil, transportation, construction or environmental engineering.
Nine (9) years of progressively responsible related experience.
Nine (9) years of management and supervisory experience.
North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration.
Valid unrestricted NC Class C Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
Additional Preferred Skills
Ten (10) or more years of municipal operations experience within a Public Works, Engineering or Solid Waste Management Department.
Demonstrated experience in the management of public works operations – street and stormwater maintenance, solid waste collections, transfer station management, bridge maintenance, infrastructure asset management and capital project delivery.
Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
Proven ability to lead during emergency preparedness and response scenarios.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
A demonstrated commitment to professional development and leadership growth.
Experience leading major operational units that provide public services for transportation and/or stormwater infrastructure, as well as environmental services in a growing city/county.
Technical knowledge of solid waste collections and closed landfill management.
Experience managing front line staff (maintenance technicians, collection drivers, heavy equipment operators, etc.), business analysts, engineers, etc.
Knowledge of stormwater and solid waste regulatory requirements for the City of Durham, the state of North Carolina, and the federal government.
Interview Schedule Tentative Interview Schedule: Initial virtual interviews are scheduled for the week of April 13th. In-person interviews will be scheduled for a select group of candidates in late April/early May.
No relocation assistance is available for this position.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil, transportation, construction or environmental engineering.
Nine (9) years of progressively responsible related experience.
Nine (9) years of management and supervisory experience.
North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration.
Valid unrestricted NC Class C Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
About City Of Durham Start your public service career with the City of Durham where you will find opportunity for growth and advancement while making a real difference in the community you serve. The City offers career opportunities for a wide range of skills, experience levels, and backgrounds.
Additional Note Connections working at City of Durham: https://careers.nfbpa.org/jobs/22099665/deputy-director
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The City of Durham’s E&SS Department is seeking a Deputy Director for the newly created Operations division within E&SS. The Operations division consists of: Street Maintenance, Stormwater Maintenance, Solid Waste Collections, Waste Disposal and Recycling Center management, and a rapid response team for various nuisance issues.
Responsibilities
As part of the Executive Team of E&SS, provide strategic leadership of various operational services.
Oversee services including asphalt and concrete maintenance, stormwater system maintenance, project and contract management for infrastructure projects, management of the City’s waste disposal and recycling center, management of the City’s closed landfill, street sweeping operations, solid waste services (curbside collections of solid waste, recyclables, yard waste and bulky items), remediation of non-compliant code enforcement cases, removal of graffiti and clean-up of illegal dumpsites.
Navigate the demands and increasing expectations placed on the E&SS Department, maintaining high standards and accountability for quality public service delivery.
Demonstrate a visionary leadership ability to anticipate and forecast the needs of the division, peers, and stakeholders and be proactive in meeting those needs.
Lead with a customer service focus and coordinate effectively within the division/department and with other City departments.
Engage in proactive asset management and budget forecasting to ensure services, programs and projects are managed and funded appropriately.
Oversee a budget of approximately $42M+ and 200+ team members; work collaboratively with the three Assistant Directors and Senior Technology Manager to provide leadership, direction and support for all services.
Manage and oversee daily operations and maintenance of City infrastructure (streets, sidewalks, bridges, stormwater facilities) and solid waste operations (residential collections, waste disposal and recycling center, and closed landfill monitoring).
Serve as the department’s liaison and representative for emergency management operations with Durham County government and lead the development and maintenance of the department’s Continuity of Operations Plan.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil, transportation, construction or environmental engineering.
Nine (9) years of progressively responsible related experience.
Nine (9) years of management and supervisory experience.
North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration.
Valid unrestricted NC Class C Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
Additional Preferred Skills
Ten (10) or more years of municipal operations experience within a Public Works, Engineering or Solid Waste Management Department.
Demonstrated experience in the management of public works operations – street and stormwater maintenance, solid waste collections, transfer station management, bridge maintenance, infrastructure asset management and capital project delivery.
Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
Proven ability to lead during emergency preparedness and response scenarios.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
A demonstrated commitment to professional development and leadership growth.
Experience leading major operational units that provide public services for transportation and/or stormwater infrastructure, as well as environmental services in a growing city/county.
Technical knowledge of solid waste collections and closed landfill management.
Experience managing front line staff (maintenance technicians, collection drivers, heavy equipment operators, etc.), business analysts, engineers, etc.
Knowledge of stormwater and solid waste regulatory requirements for the City of Durham, the state of North Carolina, and the federal government.
Interview Schedule Tentative Interview Schedule: Initial virtual interviews are scheduled for the week of April 13th. In-person interviews will be scheduled for a select group of candidates in late April/early May.
No relocation assistance is available for this position.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil, transportation, construction or environmental engineering.
Nine (9) years of progressively responsible related experience.
Nine (9) years of management and supervisory experience.
North Carolina Professional Engineer Registration.
Valid unrestricted NC Class C Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
About City Of Durham Start your public service career with the City of Durham where you will find opportunity for growth and advancement while making a real difference in the community you serve. The City offers career opportunities for a wide range of skills, experience levels, and backgrounds.
Additional Note Connections working at City of Durham: https://careers.nfbpa.org/jobs/22099665/deputy-director
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