RoleYavapai County is seeking a Director of Public Works to provide visionary leadership to our Public Works Department. Will manage, direct and provide oversight in the six divisions to include the Roads Division, Engineering and Survey Division, Heavy Fleet Division, Airports Division, Solid Waste Division, and the Office of Emergency Management. Our ideal candidate will have a hands-on leadership style, enthusiasm for engaging with the community, and the ability to direct, manage and oversee activities in all six divisions of Public Works. Will have professional expertise in the operations of public works, transportation and engineering and contribute to the continued prosperity and well-being of Yavapai County and its residents.
Review the full classification specification for Director Public Works .
Major Duties, Responsibilities- Administers all departmental, personnel, administrative, financial, and related matters in accordance with applicable regulations and directives.
- Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of professional, technical, road maintenance, mechanics, and administrative personnel in the Public Works Department
- Directs, prepares, and administers the Public Works operation budgets for all divisions of the Public Works Department, which includes funding from the Highway User Revenue Fund, the Regional Roads Program, the County's General Fund, and various grant programs.
- Confers with and advises the Board of Supervisors with regards to all funds associated with the Department and directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies required by the Public Works Department to perform its duties and responsibilities.
- Makes oral and written presentations to the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors, its individual members, and to the constituents of Yavapai County.
- Coordinates departmental activities with other County departments and outside governmental and planning agencies. Represents the County and its interests at outside meetings and conferences.
- Represents Yavapai County on the Central Yavapai Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee and provides technical expertise and advice to the CYMPO Executive Board.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience:
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in Public Works, transportation, engineering, or related field, to include five (5) years in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license. Must possess Professional Engineering (PE) License in the State of Arizona.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSYavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
ELECTIVE COVERAGE• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
PLEASE NOTE• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
Click here to view our benefits summary.Closing Date/Time: 7/9/2024 5:00 PM Arizona
