Public Works Superintendent

SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, provides leadership and direction over the activities of the Facilities Maintenance, Street, and Fleet Services, Divisions of the City’s Public Works Department.Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises subordinate staff; sets work priorities; creates work schedules; provides training; resolves workload and technical issues; conducts performance evaluations; rewards and/or disciplines employees.
• Assists department director with budgetary recommendations regarding Public Works divisions; provides assistance with public policy reviews and department goal and objective development.
• Develops request for proposals, bids and requisitions for a variety of services, supplies and materials; oversees contractors' work and invoicing; administers contracts for various City services.
• Coordinates and oversees the department's safety training programs and ensures employee compliance and enforcement of safety procedures in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and regulatory statutes.
• Conducts site inspections to monitor and ensure safety precautions are followed to protect employees and the general public.
• Conducts studies, prepares and presents reports regarding Public Works Department activities.
• Reviews and responds in a timely and professional manner to public and City staff concerns and complaints.
• Represents the City at various regional committees and Joint Power Authorities.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Two years of college level course work or equivalent, in Public Administration, project management, construction management, or a closely related field; AND six years of experience, including three years of supervisory experience, in one or a combination of Facilities Maintenance, Street, and/or Garage, management.Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of administrative management.
• Principles and practices of effective employee supervision.
• Principles and practices of regulatory management.
• Principles and practices of contract administration.
• Principles and practices of public works maintenance operations, time management and benchmarking.
• Principles and practices of public finance.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Principles and practices of strategic planning.
• Customer service standards and protocols.

Skill in:

• Directing the work of subordinate staff.
• Defining problems, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions.
• Managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Interpreting and applying City, state and federal policies, laws and regulations. 
• Building effective teams and providing efficient customer services. 
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with managers, supervisors, staff, external public agencies and other entities.
• Operating a personal computer and various software applications.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid State of California Class C Driver’s license is required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office and outdoor work environment and offsite field work. May be required to climb ladders and enter confined spaces. May be exposed to dangerous machinery and extreme weather conditions.

Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.

JOB SERIES

Public Works Superintendent

Deputy Director of Public Works

Director of Public Works - City Engineer

SELECTION PROCESS:
Completed application packets will be reviewed and applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered.  Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application.  To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernonca.gov  It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. Following the closing of the filing period for this recruitment, the Human Resources Department will review the application materials submitted for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in the next phase of this recruitment process.