Assistant City Manager of Public Works

Assistant City Manager of Public Works

Job Number: 27-0405

Department: 09 - Street; 11 - Sanitation; 12 - Landfill; 21 - Water; 22 - WWC; 23 - WWTP; 24 - Fleet; 13 - Airport; 08 - Planning and Development

Pay: D.O.E., Salaried, Overtime Exempt

Immediate Supervisor:
City Manager

This is a salaried, overtime-exempt position responsible for providing executive-level administration and supervisory direction for the planning, operation, maintenance, and improvements in the Public Works portfolio, including Street, Sanitation, Landfill, Water, Wastewater Collection, Wastewater Treatment Plant, Fleet, Airport, and other assigned functions.

This position also provides executive oversight and strategic coordination of the Planning and Development Department through direct supervision of the Director of Planning and Development, ensuring alignment between development services, code administration, permitting and inspections, right-of-way and facility maintenance interfaces, and the City's infrastructure priorities.

Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; provides support to the City Manager. Must be willing to adopt and exhibit the City of Brownwood “I SERVE” Core Values.

• Supervise personnel of assigned departments by conducting performance evaluations, providing counsel as needed; recommend appointment and, when necessary, removal of officers and employees under his/her jurisdiction.
• Manage the development and implementation of assigned departments' goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities; recommend appropriate service and staffing levels.
• Provide technical and policy recommendations as they apply to ordinances, rules and regulations, and municipal maintenance and improvement operations.
• Prepare the annual budget request for assigned departments and administer the budget after adoption.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and reporting of the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) within the assigned portfolio, including scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder coordination.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, permits, and grant/contract requirements; support procurement, contract administration, and audit readiness within the assigned portfolio.
• Prepare reports for submittal on public works and infrastructure projects as required.
• Represent the City to residents, elected officials, community groups, and organizations; explain programs, policies, and activities; and negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
• Participate in citywide policy development and recommendations as necessary.
• Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures of assigned departments; identify opportunities for improvement and implement appropriate changes; lead continuous improvement efforts across Public Works and Development Services to elevate service levels, reduce turnaround times and enhance the customer experience.
• Participate in investigations of complaints and/or employee grievances within assigned departments.
• Assist in the preparation of agendas, staff reports, and supporting materials for City Council and appointed boards/commissions.
• Attend City Council meetings and take necessary action regarding agenda items within the assigned portfolio.
• Provide executive oversight to Planning and Development through direct supervision of the Director of Planning and Development; establish performance expectations and ensure effective, consistent development services.
• Ensure coordinated, cross-departmental review of development and infrastructure impacts by aligning Planning and Development processes with engineering, floodplain, utilities, sanitation, streets, and other applicable functions.
• Meet and confere with citizens, businesses, developers, and contractors to remedy problems and discuss City policies, procedures, and infrastructure needs related to development and service delivery.
• Respond in emergency situations; successfully complete IS-700 NIMS introductory course and provide documentation to the Emergency Management Coordinator upon…