Director of General Services

General Services Department Head

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, directs, and administers the activities and operations of the General Services Department including the maintenance and repair of City facilities and property management; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and performs other related duties.

An incumbent of this class is a department head under the administrative direction of the City Manager, with responsibility for policy development, program planning, fiscal management, administration, and operational direction of the City's General Services Department. The incumbent is responsible for accomplishing department objectives and goals within guidelines established by the City Manager and City Council, and exercises supervision over subordinate managerial, supervisory, technical, labor and trades and clerical support personnel.

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Assumes full management responsibility for all General Services Department personnel and activities including the maintenance and repair of City facilities, property management, custodial services, facility rentals, emergency stand-by / repairs and special events.
• Manages the development and implementation of the General Services Department goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each assigned service area; establishes appropriate service and staffing levels within City policy; allocates resources accordingly.
• Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors work load, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and directs the implementation of changes.
• Plans, organizes and directs the scheduling of construction and facility projects, including space planning, renovations, and repairs using accurate time and cost estimates.
• Coordinates the development and administration of specifications and contracts for services for building maintenance and custodial services; reviews and approves the analysis of bids, recommends approval and develops procedures to monitor contract compliance.
• Composes, reviews, edits and approves all reports including requests for Council action and weekly or monthly reports of departmental activity.
• Develops and implements long range maintenance and preventative maintenance schedules for City facilities, structures and equipment.
• Represents the Department to other City departments, elected officials and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies and activities; investigates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
• Plans, develops and presents the departmental budget, monitors expenditures; develops and implements long term plans, goals and objectives focused on supporting the City's mission and City Council's objectives.
• Provides leadership and works with supervisors to develop and retain highly competent staff through selection, compensation, training and management practices that support the City's mission and values.
• Prepares, reviews and approves the formal performance evaluation of department staff, and coaches staff for improvement and development; initiates disciplinary action up to and including dismissal as required to correct behavior.
• Provides staff assistance to the City Manager and City Council; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; prepares and presents oral and written reports to the City Council, City Manager and other groups.
• Coordinates department activities with those other departments, outside agencies and organizations; provides technical assistance as necessary.
• Attends various civic events as City representative; participates on a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of facilities maintenance / management.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience : Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field; AND seven (7) years progressively responsible management experience in building maintenance, construction and repair, property management and leasing; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts. All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered. Please note : Only the first 50 applications received that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the hiring process.

The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination and interview process. Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability.

The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date.

Recruitment may be conducted on an (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).

Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one (1) classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.

A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section