Assistant Public Works Director

Assistant Public Works Director

Mohave County Public Works department is looking to fill the position of Assistant Public Works Director. The mission of Mohave County Public Works is to serve its citizens through the delivery of quality public works services through efficient use of resources in a manner that enhances the lives of those served.

Proud to Offer

• 11 Paid Holidays.
• End of Year PTO Buyback (optional).
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer match starting on first day. Deferred Compensations Programs (optional)
• Low-cost, high-value health care plans for you and your family that include Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 24/7 Virtual Care including Onsite Health Screening Events
• Marketplace Discounts
• Onsite Gyms or Gym Membership Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Basic Life, Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurances with additional voluntary benefits include Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA-includes Dependent Care).

Must pass pre-employment background screening. Must possess a valid driver's license for operation of motor vehicles at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.

• Provide direct line supervision for assigned division managers on routine day-to-day operation of Public Works facilities, assets, and services and provides guidance on questions or problems that may arise during the normal course of operations of assigned Public Works divisions.
• Responsible for planning, designing, construction and operation and maintenance of public works facilities and assets.
• In the administration area provides operations and performance management of subordinate staff, directs delivery of staff services, and administers planning, development, and tracking of revenues and expenses for all fund budgets under assigned divisions.
• In the planning area develops and maintains comprehensive plans for the development or maintenance and operation of public works facilities and assets.
• In the program area provides technical support and financial planning for the construction or maintenance and operation of public works facilities and assets.
• In the design area provides quality, cost-effective civil engineering design work for construction and maintenance projects either utilizing in-house staff or by selecting and administering the work of consultants.
• In the contract administration area acts as contract technical representative and administers construction contracts for project/program technical quality, fiscal control, schedule, and other parameters required by specific funding sources.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for public works construction projects.
• Prepare Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids, analyzes, and evaluates the scope and cost of contractor and consultant submittals, interviews, recommends selection, assists in negotiating contractual agreements and prepares final contract and award recommendations for construction and consultant services.
• Prepare and maintains accurate records, correspondence, technical, and narrative reports relative to work performed and assets managed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, laws, and policies in the management, operation, repair, and construction of assigned facilities and assets.
• Develop policies and procedures on Public Works management practices relevant to assigned divisions as well as maintain ongoing accreditations.
• Assume responsibility for all Department functions in the absence of the Public Works Director.
• Give technical assistance to the Public Works Director, including planning, developing, and executing special projects.
• Represent the County on various negotiations with public and private entities.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a directly related field.
• Eight (8) years progressively responsible experience in private or public engineering or related field OR a master's degree in civil engineering or directly related field and (5) five years directly related experience in private or public engineering or related field.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

Special Job Requirement:
Must be licensed as a Professional Civil Engineer and be registered in the State of Arizona within six(6) months of appointment.

• Expert knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices as applied to assigned divisions, facilities, and assets, including legal and technical aspects.
• Public Works Department operations and procedures and the operations of other County departments with related responsibilities.
• Fiscal matters, cost and budget analysis and development and records management related to fiscal issues.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft…