Assistant Director of Right-of-Way Services

The purpose of this position is to, under general supervision, perform administrative, technical, and supervisory work related to right-of-way services operations. Right-of-way services include street/stormwater maintenance, asset management and traffic control operations. This position serves as acting Director of Engineering and Right-of-Way Services in the absence of the Director of Engineering and Right-of-Way Services.

Hiring salary range: $108,596.80 - $138,465.60, depending on qualifications
Full salary range: $108,596.80 - $168,334.40

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

• Supervise and direct Right-of-Way Services (Street Maintenance Division, Traffic Services Division, and Asset Management Division) personnel and operations by monitoring work; ensuring compliance with industry standards for safety/environmental compliance, work quality, effectiveness, and productivity;
• Prepare and monitor budget revenue and expenditures;
• Prepare specifications, RFPs, bid packages and recommend awards; oversee management of projects; and communicate results;
• Prepare and present to Homeowner Associations, Boards, Commissions and City Council;
• Review and resolve customer service concerns and inquiries;
• Manage and track Right-of-Way Services performance management standards;
• Assist the Director of Engineering and Right-of-Way Services with development and implementation policies or programs, and provide support with developing contracts for uniforms, safety shoes, radios, or other assigned organizational needs;
• Formulate and direct employee Safety Programs for Engineering and Right-of-Way Services by developing safety training schedules, coordinating activities and safety inspections, and recommending department safety program improvements;
• Coordinate department Safety Committee meetings.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, public administration, or a related field, and
• At least nine (9) years of increasingly responsible professional public works or related operations experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of leadership, personnel administration, and management;
• Principles and practices of modern public administration;
• Principles and techniques of project management.

Ability to:

• Perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others;
• Evaluate technical information and statutes arriving at valid recommendations based on data;
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials;
• Select, lead, manage, supervise, motivate, and evaluate staff and provide for their training and professional development;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others;
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing;
• Work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines;
• Work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public;
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others;
• Meet mental and physical demands of the job.

Valid North Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record.

This position is classified as Essential and will be required to work 24-hours a day/7 days a week in rotating shifts during periods of inclement weather or other emergencies.