Assistant Water Resources Director

Primary Reason Why Classification Exists

Provides professional engineering and project management. Oversees the planning, design, review, coordination, and implementation of municipal infrastructure and capital improvement projects and assists the Water Resources Director with departmental administration and operations.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

This classification functions as the Assistant Director in managing capital and non-capital improvement projects. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering activities, reviewing development plans, managing contracts and budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing staff. Exercises independence and professional judgment in resolving problems, establishing priorities, and planning for future infrastructure needs. Directly supervises assigned personnel.

The position coordinates with consultants, contractors, developers, regulatory agencies, City departments, and the public to ensure effective project delivery and compliance with applicable standards and requirements. Work is performed under the general direction of the Water Resources Director and is evaluated based on the achievement of individual and work unit objectives, adherence to approved budgets and safety regulations, employee morale, and other established performance criteria.

May act on behalf of the Director in their absence.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Manages capital improvement projects, including scheduling, budgeting, consultant coordination, construction administration, and project documentation
• Reviews development plans, engineering designs, specifications, calculations, permits, and other technical documents for compliance with City standards, engineering practices, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Provides professional engineering recommendations for municipal infrastructure, including water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater management, drainage, streets, and other public improvements
• Evaluates engineering problems and infrastructure proposals, recommends solutions to design and construction issues, and ensures compatibility with existing systems and the City's long-term infrastructure plans
• Monitors engineering and construction projects through site visits and inspections to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, budgets, contract requirements, quality standards, and regulatory requirements; documents findings and recommends corrective actions as needed
• Provides technical guidance and engineering oversight to staff, consultants, and project teams on infrastructure planning, design, and construction
• Represents the department at interdepartmental meetings, community committee meetings, City Council meetings, and other public meetings to present technical information and address project-related concerns
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, utility companies, developers, regulatory agencies, and City departments to facilitate project planning, design, permitting, and construction
• Assists with contract administration, including reviewing change orders, payment applications, construction submittals, and contractor compliance with contractual requirements
• Assists the Director with departmental management, including coordinating operations, managing resources, supporting administrative functions, and implementing departmental goals, policies, and priorities
• Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned personnel, supports staff development, and monitors performance
• Serves as Water Resources Director in the Director’s absence and represents the department as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices related to municipal infrastructure, including water distribution, wastewater collection, stormwater management, drainage, streets, and public improvements
• Knowledge of engineering design standards, construction specifications, applicable regulations, permitting requirements, and environmental and safety standards
• Knowledge of capital improvement project management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost estimating, contract administration, and construction oversight
• Knowledge of municipal government operations, public administration, procurement, personnel management, and departmental budgeting
• Skill in reviewing engineering plans, specifications, calculations, development proposals,…