Deputy Public Works Director​/City Engineer

Position: Deputy Public Works Director / City Engineer
The Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer assists in planning, organizing, directing, and supervising the activities of the Engineering Division and assigned Public Works functions, particularly the Water Department, Water Pollution Control Department, and Public Works Environmental Division. The position directs the City's Engineering and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) operations in the design, construction, inspection, and records management of the City's infrastructure and capital improvement projects as well as administrative functions including budget development and administration, financial reporting, and purchasing.

This is a management and professional engineering position responsible for major engineering activities including project planning, consultant coordination, subdivision and development review, contract administration, regulatory compliance, and capital project delivery. The position provides professional and technical assistance to the Public Works Director and serves as acting Director in their absence.

The Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer is the designated Floodplain Administrator for the City.

The position requires licensure as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Idaho, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to interpret and convey complex technical information.

The position requires the ability to maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships with elected and appointed officials, City employees, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the general public.

Work is performed in both office and field environments and may include exposure to construction sites, traffic areas, and adverse weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assists the Public Works Director in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating activities and programs within the assigned Public Works functions;

* Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of long-term plans, goals and objectives focused on achieving the City's mission and Council priorities as directed. Participates in the development of the annual division budget including capital improvement and contract services budgets. Manages and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, policies, systems, and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards;

* Assists the Public Works Director with project, program, and contract administration relating to public works activities, with attention given to departmental policies, procedures and scheduling of infrastructure extension and maintenance;

* Serves as acting Public Works Director in the Director's absence;

* Directs Engineering and GIS staff in the planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure and capital improvement projects, whether performed in-house or by outside consultants;

* Coordinates and oversees consultants, contractors, and staff on engineering design and construction projects;

* Evaluates subdivision and site development proposals to ensure compliance with engineering standards, City Code, and applicable regulations;

* Reviews and approves engineering plans, plats, specifications, and construction documents;

* Determines project delivery methods; determines whether projects are managed in-house or outsourced; prepares and evaluates bid documents; recommends contract awards; and administers contracts to ensure compliance with time, budget, safety, and quality standards;

* Coordinates projects involving federal aid, state grants, and other funding sources to ensure compliance with agency requirements and procurement regulations;

* Obtains required permits from federal, state, and local authorities;

* Under the direction of the Public Works Director, works on land and/or easement acquisition for projects including acquiring appraisals, legal descriptions, purchase agreements, and condemnation proceedings if required;

* Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of department and division budgets. Prepares and documents budget requests. Oversees and administers adopted budget in assigned public works divisions as needed.…