Public works Jobs in Lewisville tx

Salary Range :  $89,607.27-$99,925.69 (hiring range)Full Range Potential :  Up to $127,622.48The hiring range represents the starting salary range for new employees based on education, experience, certifications, and licenses. However, our full salary range offers additional opportunities for salary growth as employees gain experience, skills and demonstrate performance over time.Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Public Services, manages the operation and maintenance of Streets, Drainage, and Traffic Operations divisions, coordinating the work of the assigned supervisors to ensure streets, drainage, and traffic are maintained and operated efficiently and in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and standards, and in a manner which protects the natural environment and public safety.Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Establishes goals, objectives, and priorities for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Oversees division personnel including hiring, scheduling, coordinating work assignments, developing training plans, evaluating, coaching, and mentoring, and disciplining as needed.
• Develops and tracks annual budget according to strategic plan including SWOT analysis, business plan, action steps, approving purchase orders, invoices, and transfers, creates and sends quarterly charge sheets for TxDOT signal maintenance, creates and sends annual charge sheets for signal maintenance to Highland Village and Lake Dallas, and reviews monthly financial statements to ensure compliance with expenditure projections.
• Develops standard operating procedures.
• Develops specifications for maintenance / material contracts and works with city / private engineers to develop plans for specific projects.
• Manages projects in collaboration with contractors and engineers, provides reports, and manages inspection of projects.
• Develops and manages asset management systems for infrastructure maintained by the department and coordinates surveys and inspections needed to identify condition Use data collected to establish maintenance needs, 5-year repair schedules, and projects for bond programs.
• Develops and manages winter storm operations to include developing schedules for each event.
• Plans, organizes, and coordinates special projects including reviewing and creating traffic control plans, pedestrian protection, approving work schedules, coordinating with other departments and vendors as needed, and reviewing special permit requests.
• Manages streetlight requests from residents and coordinates with local providers for any additional lighting needs.
• Meets with the public, contractors, governmental agencies and City staff to resolve problems.
• Prepares reports, audits and surveys for the department and local, state, and federal agencies as required and maintains accurate records.
• Prepares a method of annual revenue recovery to support operational expenses where applicable.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.Education : Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Administration, project management, or a related field required. Master's degree in Public Administration preferred.Experience : Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the administration of programs for streets, traffic, and drainage or related field with a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.Licenses and Certifications : None.Conditions of Employment :  Must submit to and pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug test.Other Requirements :  Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy. An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed : during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and / or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his / her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESKnowledge of : Local government, maintenance of storm sewer systems, asphalt and concrete streets, alleys, sidewalk, trails, multi-use paths, screening walls, retaining walls, creek channels, streetlights, high mast lighting, traffic signals, school beacons, signs and markings, pedestrian lighted crossings, ; planning and project management; process of developing, reviewing, interviewing, and assessing public infrastructure improvement projects; federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and statutes; municipal procurement rules; budget preparation and administration principles and practices; asset management development, practices, and principles; principles of leadership and supervision of personnel; computerized maintenance management and work order systems; practices and procedures used in winter weather operations; and manuals and other publications used in Public Works construction.Skills in : Management, coordination and planning of public works related operations; effectively utilizing available resources; communicating and presenting information in Council, department, committee, citizen education, and project stakeholder meetings; developing, evaluating, recommending, and implementing processes and procedures; writing memos, reports, and other documentation; directing, planning, evaluating, and controlling operations involving the activities of others or processes with which others are involved; contract negotiation and development; reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; accepting responsibility for his / her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.Physical Demands and Working Conditions :  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and / or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.Monday-Thursday 7 : 30am-5 : 30pm, Friday 7 : 30am-11 : 30am. Learn More