Director of Engineering and Facilities

This class is the second level in a two level Management series. Incumbents are responsible and accountable for directing a Borough department including its personnel, budget, and resources.

Responsibilities include:

exercising strategic and visionary thinking having long-term organization-wide application and impact; developing and implementing programs critical to the Borough; making recommendations to the Assembly and Borough Manager; developing and implementing policy initiatives; setting the tone, climate and vision for the department; and, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and directives.

Employment in this position is at will and may be terminated by the employer or employee at any time with or without notice or cause (KIBC 2.45.040(c)).

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities.

Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental policies, procedures, strategies and goals. Maintains and ensures procedural and regulatory compliance of programs.

Provides advice in area of expertise to the Assembly, Borough Manager, and management teams. Provides management review, recommendations and gives presentations in support of program development and strategic direction.

Facilitates, leads, and/or participates in meetings, proceedings, and committees; represents the department and Borough at meetings and conferences; and serves as a liaison between departments, external organizations, the general public, and other agencies.

Researches, analyzes, and makes recommendations for cost effective improvements in departmental operations. Designs, administers, and evaluates departmental programs and services.

Directs and participates in the preparation of departmental budgets, financial reports, and operational and/or capital improvement budgets. Monitors revenues and expenditures; directs and approves department procurement.

Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Bachelors Degree in a related field and 7 years of progressively responsible management experience directly related to the area assigned; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

State of Alaska Drivers License.

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.