Deputy Director, Public Services
City of Dania Beach, Florida, NY, United States
Join the City of Dania Beach and lead the future of public services in one of South Florida’s most dynamic and growing communities. The City seeks an experienced, strategic, results‑driven leader to serve as the Public Services Deputy Director. The position will remain open until filled.
Apply today to help lead Dania Beach into its next chapter of excellence!
Duties & Responsibilities
Review site plans, plats, and building permits for compliance with drainage, paving and grading, water, and sewer requirements.
Supervise division supervisory staff and work teams; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow, schedule, and budget; coach, motivate, assess performance; develop and implement staff training programs, particularly in employee safety; recommend employee recognition, discipline, and termination.
Oversee, participate, and manage the development of the Capital Improvement Program budgets; forecast expenses and additional funds needed for staffing, consultants, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget and capital improvements program.
Draft memoranda, letters, and other correspondence; prepare reports and presentations; report and present findings to the Public Services Director, City Manager, City Commission, committees, developers, and community members.
Respond to and meet with property owners, homeowner groups, business districts, and the public; negotiate with regulatory agencies; represent the City as a witness in legal actions.
Manage special programs and coordinate engineering assistance to other departments.
Participate in City Commission meetings and other community meetings as required.
Perform related duties as directed when they are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible municipal or engineering experience.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience, along with substantial experience in managing public works capital improvement programs, transportation engineering, and development planning.
Must possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida, or the ability to obtain one within eight (8) months of hire.
Possession of a valid driver’s license with an overall good driving record; if the license is out of state, must obtain a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Requirements
Eight (8) to ten (10) years of increasingly responsible municipal engineering experience.
Benefits Health Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and pre‑tax flexible spending account (FSA) coverage for the whole family.
City‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans.
High deductible health plan option with city‑paid health savings account (HSA).
Flexible spending account (FSA) available.
Medical benefit opt‑out payment option (in addition to base pay).
Voluntary pet insurance.
Mental health support.
Many other voluntary benefits.
Financial Perks
Annual base salary increases upon approval.
Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan*.
Deferred compensation 457(b) with a 3% city match*.
FICA alternative: Part‑time positions do not pay social security. Money is deposited into a portable retirement account.*
City‑subsidized health insurance upon regular retirement.
City‑paid credit protection.
Qualified loan forgiveness employer.
Paid Time Off
12 City paid holidays*.
One floating holiday.
Sick and vacation leave*.
Cash‑out option for vacation leave*.
Personal days and safety day.
Religious day conversion.
Family care days.
Volunteer time.
Other Benefits
Supportive workforce and management team.
Hybrid work schedule (select departments and positions).
Professional development.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free gym membership.
Summer childcare discounts.
On‑the‑job training opportunities, city‑paid external training and certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
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Apply today to help lead Dania Beach into its next chapter of excellence!
Duties & Responsibilities
Review site plans, plats, and building permits for compliance with drainage, paving and grading, water, and sewer requirements.
Supervise division supervisory staff and work teams; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow, schedule, and budget; coach, motivate, assess performance; develop and implement staff training programs, particularly in employee safety; recommend employee recognition, discipline, and termination.
Oversee, participate, and manage the development of the Capital Improvement Program budgets; forecast expenses and additional funds needed for staffing, consultants, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget and capital improvements program.
Draft memoranda, letters, and other correspondence; prepare reports and presentations; report and present findings to the Public Services Director, City Manager, City Commission, committees, developers, and community members.
Respond to and meet with property owners, homeowner groups, business districts, and the public; negotiate with regulatory agencies; represent the City as a witness in legal actions.
Manage special programs and coordinate engineering assistance to other departments.
Participate in City Commission meetings and other community meetings as required.
Perform related duties as directed when they are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible municipal or engineering experience.
Two (2) years of supervisory experience, along with substantial experience in managing public works capital improvement programs, transportation engineering, and development planning.
Must possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida, or the ability to obtain one within eight (8) months of hire.
Possession of a valid driver’s license with an overall good driving record; if the license is out of state, must obtain a Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Requirements
Eight (8) to ten (10) years of increasingly responsible municipal engineering experience.
Benefits Health Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and pre‑tax flexible spending account (FSA) coverage for the whole family.
City‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans.
High deductible health plan option with city‑paid health savings account (HSA).
Flexible spending account (FSA) available.
Medical benefit opt‑out payment option (in addition to base pay).
Voluntary pet insurance.
Mental health support.
Many other voluntary benefits.
Financial Perks
Annual base salary increases upon approval.
Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan*.
Deferred compensation 457(b) with a 3% city match*.
FICA alternative: Part‑time positions do not pay social security. Money is deposited into a portable retirement account.*
City‑subsidized health insurance upon regular retirement.
City‑paid credit protection.
Qualified loan forgiveness employer.
Paid Time Off
12 City paid holidays*.
One floating holiday.
Sick and vacation leave*.
Cash‑out option for vacation leave*.
Personal days and safety day.
Religious day conversion.
Family care days.
Volunteer time.
Other Benefits
Supportive workforce and management team.
Hybrid work schedule (select departments and positions).
Professional development.
Tuition reimbursement.
Free gym membership.
Summer childcare discounts.
On‑the‑job training opportunities, city‑paid external training and certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
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