Attachment 6
Rev. TBD06/24/08 Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
CITY OF BURBANK
CHIEF ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER
DEFINITION
Subject to administrative determination of policy to plan, organize and direct the Engineering/Environmental Services 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, the work of engineers and field personnel engaged in Public Works Engineering, Landfill, Sewer and Water Reclamation and Traffic functions; directs and monitors the preparation of long -range programs, work schedules, methods, and operations of appropriate Public Works functions; directs the City 's Public Works Engineering workforce and coordinates daily activities and capital projects with the Sewer/Water Reclamation, Refuse, and Street Maintenanc e divisions offices and field engineering activities, daily landfill operations, landfill projects, a nd regulatory activities, and treatment and disposal of sewage and industrial waste; oversees the City's engineering, landfill, and sewer and water reclamation capital projects; recommends the selection of consultant services for plans, reports, and studies relative to citywide public Public works Works improvements projects; oversees operations in connection with residential and industrial waste monitoring, water reclamation, t reatment, and conveyance of sewage, including the submittal of compliance reports to environmental regulatory agencies; oversees the City's landfill environmental regulation activities, including the submittal of compliance reports to environmental regulat ory agencies; specifically oversees the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, oversees the Traffic section operations related to traffic management, signs, striping and signals; manages various Public Works construction projects including capital projects for Public Works and other departments; manages the inspection ofinspects both public and private construction projects; administers related contracts and agreements; assists in budget preparation, expenditure control, and record-keeping: confers and coordinates with other departments and jurisdictions on related public works matters; confers with the Public Works Director on policies, strategies, and related programs; reviews and responds to developmental reviews and development offsite improvements; conducts investigations to resolve complex problems; responds to litigation inquiries; directs the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer programs and systems relating to appropriate Public Works functions; collaborates with other outside agencies including Caltrans and Metro; effectively supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; makes effective recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, and transfers; effectively recommends disciplinary action up to and including termination; prepares written reports and recommendations; oversees other public works operations as required, attends City Council and other evening meetings as directed; represents the Public Works Director as directed; drives on City business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Attachment 6
Rev. TBD06/24/08 Civil Service Exempt
Z FLSA Exempt
Employment Standards:
• Knowledge of – methods, equipment, materials, and operating practices involved in public works operations; the principles and practices of civil, structural, hydraulic, traffic, and sanitary environmental engineering related to municipal public works design; the principles and practices of sound personnel management and supervision; 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 c ity safety regulations; preparing and interpreting specifications, plans, drawings, data, and reports; personnel management and supervision; public speaking and professional writing.
• Ability to – meet established deadlines; prepare and monitor contract documents; analyze read and interpret engineering plans , specifications , and contractual documents; effectively plan, lay out, administer and coordinate the work of office and field personnel; prepare and present budget estimates and comprehensive reports; analyze problems and develop effective solutions; coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the work of others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; 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 Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college in Civil Engineering, and eightsix years of professional engineering experience, and four years of progressively professional administrative and supervisory management responsibilities, as well as demons trated experience in delivering complex municipal civil engineering projects. with responsibilities for planning and directing difficult and
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; registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of application. All Rrequired license s and certificates, including registrations, must be maintained throughout employment in this classification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Desirable Qualifications: A graduate degree in Engineering, Public Administration or closely related field and may be substituted on a year -for-year basis for up to two years of the required professional and administrative experience.None