Deputy Director of Public Works
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Deputy Director Of Public Works
Frederick County Government $133,046.78 - $226,179.53 Annually Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD Full-time Regular Continuous Job Information
Exempt (additional compensation to include annual work boot allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); full-benefits This professional and administrative position is responsible for assisting the Division Director of Public Works. This position directs multiple departments supervising and administratively overseeing the design, budget, planning, regulatory compliance, goals, and projects of those departments. The Deputy Director of Public Works assists the Director with the operation and administration of short- and long-term projects, goals, and policies of the Division. For best consideration, submit your application by 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 20th. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today. TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee. 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays) Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year. For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage. Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and supervise overall Division of Public Works (DPW) design, construction, traffic, land acquisition, property management, utility coordination, administrative, and financial operations Prepare or review and approve and coordinate DPW staff memoranda for presentation to the County Executive (CE), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), County Council, or other commissions, which may include public meetings and hearings as codified in local or state regulations or statutes Assist in the development, implementation, and review of certain policies, procedures, and standards related to DPW or facilities managed by DPW; recommend policies and procedures to CE and CAO Provide and compile technical advice and assistance to the CE and CAO on related matters Develop and implement short-and long-term goals, initiatives, and strategic plans for DPW, with assistance from Director Assist in the preparation, review, monitoring, administration, and justification of the annual operating and capital budgets for DPW, account for expenditure of funds Work with County Attorneys in the creation of agreements, memoranda of understanding, contracts, property leases or purchases, legislative and local regulatory changes, resolution of contract disputes, litigation, or governmental enforcement actions Work with other County agencies in the planning, preparation, review, and approval of Capital Improvements Program (CIP) projects, capital outlay, service contracts, maintenance and management contracts for County roads, bridges, subdivision projects, and facilities Prepare written responses, e.g., letter, memoranda, or e-mail, regarding constituent concerns or inquiries made to the CE, CAO, or Director Manage certain CIP projects or other Director-assigned projects; assist in the monitoring of CIP projects; review, approve, and execute design or construction contract change orders within delegated authority limits of the Director, pursuant to County policies Responsible for all aspects of staff hiring, promotion, supervision, and management Assist in the establishment of overall work objectives for staff; assign, coordinate, review, and evaluate work performance of certain staff; complete performance evaluations; administer employee disciplinary actions; participate in appeal hearings of disciplinary actions Respond to constituent and customer inquiries and resolve complaints involving all aspects of County roads, bridges, subdivisions, and facilities Review and establish new and ongoing emergency management plans and goals including, but not limited to, Continuity of Operations (COOP), emergency preparedness, etc. Represent Frederick County DPW, Frederick County Government, and the CE to civic groups, committees, boards, organizations, and other groups; attend meetings and conferences and make public presentations Perform other related duties as required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications And Requirements
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field Minimum 9 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, infrastructure management, or related field, which must include the following:
Minimum of 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff Minimum of 3 years budget/fiscal management work experience
Intermediate skill in Microsoft 365 Possession of a valid automobile operator's license ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this classification are designated as Non-Essential . An Essential Employee means the employee is considered necessary for the operation of County services. Essential Employees are required to report to work in the event of a weather incident, general emergency, or disasters when County offices are closed. They may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice and may be required to report to work in emergency situations and/or after hours. The position may be considered essential personnel during emergencies and may be required to work to support County operations. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following: Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges Knowledge of organizational and personnel management, with the ability to supervise, direct, and evaluate the work of professional and support staff Knowledge of fiscal and budgetary matters in order to allocate resources to the Division Advanced knowledge of the construction industry, including storm water, utilities, and traffic operations, and the regulatory, technical, testing, and financial aspects of same Advanced knowledge of construction project management Ability to operate a motor vehicle Ability to prepare and present clear, concise reports and presentations for varied audiences, oftentimes with short deadlines Ability to administer and prepare budgets and to compile and analyze detailed fiscal and statistical information Ability to utilize computerized systems and equipment, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and e-mail software Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with government officials, boards,
Frederick County Government $133,046.78 - $226,179.53 Annually Division of Public Works - Frederick, MD Full-time Regular Continuous Job Information
Exempt (additional compensation to include annual work boot allowance); full-time; 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.); full-benefits This professional and administrative position is responsible for assisting the Division Director of Public Works. This position directs multiple departments supervising and administratively overseeing the design, budget, planning, regulatory compliance, goals, and projects of those departments. The Deputy Director of Public Works assists the Director with the operation and administration of short- and long-term projects, goals, and policies of the Division. For best consideration, submit your application by 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 20th. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today. TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee. 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays) Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year. For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage. Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and supervise overall Division of Public Works (DPW) design, construction, traffic, land acquisition, property management, utility coordination, administrative, and financial operations Prepare or review and approve and coordinate DPW staff memoranda for presentation to the County Executive (CE), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), County Council, or other commissions, which may include public meetings and hearings as codified in local or state regulations or statutes Assist in the development, implementation, and review of certain policies, procedures, and standards related to DPW or facilities managed by DPW; recommend policies and procedures to CE and CAO Provide and compile technical advice and assistance to the CE and CAO on related matters Develop and implement short-and long-term goals, initiatives, and strategic plans for DPW, with assistance from Director Assist in the preparation, review, monitoring, administration, and justification of the annual operating and capital budgets for DPW, account for expenditure of funds Work with County Attorneys in the creation of agreements, memoranda of understanding, contracts, property leases or purchases, legislative and local regulatory changes, resolution of contract disputes, litigation, or governmental enforcement actions Work with other County agencies in the planning, preparation, review, and approval of Capital Improvements Program (CIP) projects, capital outlay, service contracts, maintenance and management contracts for County roads, bridges, subdivision projects, and facilities Prepare written responses, e.g., letter, memoranda, or e-mail, regarding constituent concerns or inquiries made to the CE, CAO, or Director Manage certain CIP projects or other Director-assigned projects; assist in the monitoring of CIP projects; review, approve, and execute design or construction contract change orders within delegated authority limits of the Director, pursuant to County policies Responsible for all aspects of staff hiring, promotion, supervision, and management Assist in the establishment of overall work objectives for staff; assign, coordinate, review, and evaluate work performance of certain staff; complete performance evaluations; administer employee disciplinary actions; participate in appeal hearings of disciplinary actions Respond to constituent and customer inquiries and resolve complaints involving all aspects of County roads, bridges, subdivisions, and facilities Review and establish new and ongoing emergency management plans and goals including, but not limited to, Continuity of Operations (COOP), emergency preparedness, etc. Represent Frederick County DPW, Frederick County Government, and the CE to civic groups, committees, boards, organizations, and other groups; attend meetings and conferences and make public presentations Perform other related duties as required To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications And Requirements
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field Minimum 9 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, infrastructure management, or related field, which must include the following:
Minimum of 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff Minimum of 3 years budget/fiscal management work experience
Intermediate skill in Microsoft 365 Possession of a valid automobile operator's license ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees in this classification are designated as Non-Essential . An Essential Employee means the employee is considered necessary for the operation of County services. Essential Employees are required to report to work in the event of a weather incident, general emergency, or disasters when County offices are closed. They may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice and may be required to report to work in emergency situations and/or after hours. The position may be considered essential personnel during emergencies and may be required to work to support County operations. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following: Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges Knowledge of organizational and personnel management, with the ability to supervise, direct, and evaluate the work of professional and support staff Knowledge of fiscal and budgetary matters in order to allocate resources to the Division Advanced knowledge of the construction industry, including storm water, utilities, and traffic operations, and the regulatory, technical, testing, and financial aspects of same Advanced knowledge of construction project management Ability to operate a motor vehicle Ability to prepare and present clear, concise reports and presentations for varied audiences, oftentimes with short deadlines Ability to administer and prepare budgets and to compile and analyze detailed fiscal and statistical information Ability to utilize computerized systems and equipment, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and e-mail software Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with government officials, boards,