Attachment 4
Rev. TBD06/24/08 Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
CITY OF BURBANK
ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR–STREETS & SANITATIONWASTE MANAGEMENT
DEFINITION
Subject to administrative determination of policy to plan, organize and direct the Street s and Sanitation Waste Management Division of the Public Works Department; and do related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs and implements goals, objectives, and policies; plans, assigns, coordinates, and directs, through supervisors, a program of street and alley maintenance and repair work, including s treet and alley resurfacing, patching, and cleaning, sewer line maintenance, and oversees a residential and commercial refuse collection program; may oversees the recycling and landfill operations and other Public Works operations as needed; may oversee a public information program , ; administers a wide variety of contracts relating to bin graffiti removal, weed abatement and landscaping, street construction, recycling , and refusesolid waste collection, and landfill operations and maintenance; maintains a job safety program; participates in the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer programs relating to street, refuse solid waste and sewer linelandfill management; prepares a wide variety of reports relating to all areas of street maintenance, refuse collection solid was te collection, recycling, and landfill operations , and sewer maintenance ; represents the department in street and sanitation waste management matters at meetings; co ordinates with other departments to resolve street and sanitation waste management issues; oversees related capital projects and work program items; prepares and manages the Division’s annual budget and assists in the Department’s annual budget preparation and forecasting, expenditure control, cost accounting and record-keeping for street, sanitation, and sewerand waste management maintenance; makes recommendations relative to for and manages the Sanitation Refuse Enterprise Fund; interacts with department managers and the public to resolve problems and coordinate activities; effectively supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; makes recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, and transfers; recommends disciplinary action as needed, up to and including termination; confers with the Public Works Director on policies , procedures and strategies; directs and monitors the preparation of long - range programs; attends City Council and other evening meetings as directed ; serves as department liaison to boards, commissions, and committees as assigned; acts as the Public Works Director as directed when necessary; drives on City business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Employment Standards:
• Knowledge of – the methods, equipment, materials and operating practices involved in street, sewer, and sanitationsolid waste collection, recycling, and landfill operations ; the principles of sound personnel management and supervisory practices; specifications and engin eering plan development .; spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Skill in - operating modern computers and related software; using independent judgement and decision - making skills based on standard policy or working procedures and federal, state, and city safety regulations; analyzing and interpreting specifications, plans, draw ings, data, and reports; personnel management and supervision; public speaking and professional writing.
• Ability to – effectively prepare and present budget estimates and comprehensiv e reports; prepare cos t estimates and forecast rates; meet established deadlines; prepare and monitor contract documents; analyze and interpret plans, specifications, and contractual documents, analyze problems and develop effective solutions, effectively plan, lay out, administer and coordinate the work of office and field personnel; coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the w ork of others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Attachment 4
Rev. TBD06/24/08 Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, outside agencies, bargaining groups, and the public.
Education/Training: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes, but is not limited to a b achelor’s degree from an accredited college or univer sity in engineering, business administration, earth science, environmental science, public administration, urban planning, or a closely related field, and six eight years of progressively responsible experience in public works field operationsperforming complex, professional level administrative analysis and project management , including two four years of supervisory experience directly over street and/or waste management programs, with project and contract management, budgeting, and fiscal ove rsight responsibilities. in the street maintenance and/or sanitation collection and completion of two years of college in public administration, supervision, or a related field. NOTE: Experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Special Conditions & Requirements: Ability to perform essential functions of the classification, which include the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 20 pounds, bend in all directions, climb stairs and ladders, walk on uneven surfaces, make field observations, and remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, and review documents both on paper and computer monitors.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class “C” driver’s license or equivalent at time of appointment. All Rrequired licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
None.