Public Works Director

Open Position: Public Works Director

Hours are Mon – Fri: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Starting salary of $99,921.00 /year; plus a comprehensive benefit package. Salary commensurate with experience. EOE. Send cover letter/resume to Letizia Troisi at ltroisi@montgomerynj.gov

General Statement of Position:

Under the direction of the Township Administrator performs complex supervisory, administrative and professional work, in the planning, organizing and direction of programs of a comprehensive public works department; which include, streets and roads, vehicle maintenance and repairs, snow plow management and other public works projects and programs

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

- Management position with responsibilities of effective utilization of staff, maintaining the streets and roads of the Township in a safe, clean manner. Including basins, catch basins and other township infrastructure.

- Provides leadership and direction to all Roads Public Works employees to ensure that work is done efficiently, correctly, and on a timely basis

- Handles all public works issues and options and submits recommendations for solutions

- Develops procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the public works operations

- Determines and implements work procedures, preparation and/or oversight of work schedules and workflow

- Handles and responds to inquiries by the public or others, relative to the department policies and procedures

- Determines and enforces applicable codes, rules, regulations and ordinances, which are relative to the department

- Evaluates public works needs and develops short-and long- range plans to meet the needs of the Township

- Prepares budget requests and administers adopted budgets for the department

- Reviews, authorizes and confirms processing for all department requisitions and purchases orders

- Ensures that all safety policies are followed at all times and employee training up to date

- Manages Parks/Sewer/Roads workforce during emergency events

- Provides direction and oversees the Township’s snow and ice removal operations, which includes managing employee scheduling during snowstorms, ice storms and other emergencies relating to Roads/Sewer/Parks.

- This position will require carrying a pager 24 hours a day for emergencies

- Communicates and coordinates plans and work requests and plan work requests with Sewer and Parks & Recreation Departments.

- Responsible for fleet, vehicles (Solar, EV etc.) and equipment management and maintenance, repairs, inspection and insurance.

- Orders materials and supplies for projects and inventory

- Ability to prepare and create clear and comprehensive written reports and communicate with the Governing Body, other departments, the public and other governmental departments and agencies

- Responsible for evaluating the projects in accordance to the budget regulations

- May attend special public events

Required Key Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of construction and repair techniques of Public Works equipment and materials

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Township policies and procedures

• Excellent communication skills with residents and other municipal employees

• Sound judgement and decision-making skills

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, adaptability, limitations and safety precautions associated with Public Works equipment

• Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and recommend appropriate corrective action

• Ability to perform minor equipment repairs

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

• willingness to perform assignments under adverse weather conditions, and in emergencies

• Equivalent combination of experience and training in public or private sector, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

Experience with GovPilot

Prior experience in a managerial role within a governmental department, preferably public works and/or engineering.

Required Education, Certification, License:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License, Class A

5- 10 years of experience in a position of public or privation public works or construction management.

Combination of education, experience and/or training which provides the required knowledge and skills necessary to perform the work

Possession of Certified Public Works Manager Certificate

Possession of Certified Recycling Professional

Required Education, Certification, License:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License, Class A

5- 10 years of experience in a position of public or privation public works or construction management.

Combination of education, experience and/or training which provides the required knowledge and skills necessary to perform the work

Possession of Certified Public Works Manager Certificate

Possession of Certified Recycling Professional

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability; strength and stamina to perform labor-intensive work

Hearing and vision adequate to perform essential functions of the position

Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate the English language

Additional Requirements:

Effective 9/1/11, all employees of State and local government must reside in the State of NJ, unless exempted.

Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $99,921.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $99,921