Maintenance And Operations Manager

Overview

Provides advanced professional and managerial support within the Public Works Department. The position is responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and supervising assigned Public Works' projects, operational programs and staff, and for coordinating day-to-day functions within designated divisions. The incumbent exercises independent judgment within established policy and reports to the Director of Public Works. The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification;

they are representative summaries of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Assists the Director of Public Works in planning, organizing, coordinating and managing the staff and activities of the departments that include, but are not limited to:
  Planning;
  Streets;
  Right of Way;
  Graffiti;
  Signs and Markings;
  Barricades;
  Traffic Signals and Intelligent Transportation Systems;
  Traffic Mitigation; and Education.
• Supervises and provides direct oversight to selected divisions of the department.
• Assists in the development and implementation of short- and long-range goals, objectives, and work plans for assigned program areas; establishes priorities and performance expectations.
• Reviews and manages the work of staff to ensure conformance with established procedures and standards.
• Analyzes technical and operational information and prepares written reports, staff recommendations, and presentations for management review.
• Drafts, reviews and manages Intergovernmental Agreements related to street maintenance, right-of-way, and infrastructure enhancement projects with agencies such as Metro, LA County, California Department of Transportation.
• Develops program-level and operational policy recommendations related to planning, infrastructure standards, facilities, and capital improvement projects.
• Manage assigned capital improvement projects.
• Leads the implementation and ongoing administration of the City’s Pavement Management Program.
• Represents the City on various county and state committees and works as a liaison with other valley cities.
• Keeps management informed of operational issues, project status, and emerging regional Public Works matters.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to the City Council, commissions, and committees related to assigned programs.
• Responds to inquiries from City officials, community members, media representatives, and stakeholders regarding Public Works services, policies, and projects.
• Participates in budget development for assigned divisions, including forecasting expenditures, monitoring budgets, and recommending adjustments to support operational efficiency.
• Monitors relevant legislation and regulatory requirements and ensures assigned programs operate in compliance with federal, state, county, and local laws.
• Ensures Commerce is represented on regional committees through various organizations such as the Metro, Gateway Cities Council of Government, Joint Power Authority, Water Boards etc.
• Reviews and approves contracts and agreements for professional services.
• At the department level, reviews and approves major programs and projects, resolving scheduling, resource conflicts, engineering and construction issues.
• Participates in major departmental personnel actions.
• May act as Director of Public Works in his or her absence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering, Business, Public Administration, or related field and five (5) years’ of progressively responsible operational experience in building maintenance, public works/services, construction projects or community development program and project management including at least three (3) years in a management or supervisory role. A Master's degree is preferred.

The most qualified applicants who most closely meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in the selection process. Those applicants who successfully complete the evaluation process will be further considered. Initial appointment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a City-paid physical examination, drug screening, background check and verification of U.S. Citizenship or right to work in the United States.

This is an "at-will" FLSA exempt position. This position is subject to and dependent on the continued availability of funds and the manpower needs of the City of Commerce.