DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop policies and provide direct supervision to department directors and division support personnel. Maintain and implement County policies/ordinances affecting the divisions, and establish annual goals for each department and division.
- Coordinate and maintain communication and public relations with civic groups, contractors, news media, developers, governmental agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure effective management of the Public Works Divisions.
- Oversee the development and implementation of the division’s budget. Ensure departments adhere to budget plans and maintain accurate records of all grants, bonds, and projects funded by reimbursements to ensure division cash flow. Resolve all Public Works-related audit findings within a specified timeframe.
- Direct the preparation of Public Works materials/documents, such as contractual agreements, cooperative agreements, right-of-way acquisitions, easements, technical reports, and provide recommendations to the County Manager and Board of Commissioners.
- Ensure the development, communication, training, and implementation of the division’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Identify response levels and execution plans for each department, provide proper training and communication to all levels of staff, and ensure roles are established and delegated to lower management. Direct and execute Emergency Management Procedures for the division to ensure the safety of all residents and employees.
- Handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality.
*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a closely related field.
- Eight (8) years applicable work experience in design and field construction of municipal or county facilities, streets, highways, storm drains, sewer, water lines and structures.
- Five (5) years of management experience in the engineering field which included the development and oversight of budgets and the supervision of professional engineering and field operations staff.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess current registration as a professional engineer in the State of New Mexico OR the ability to obtain registration by endorsement within six months after date of hire.
SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:- Successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
- Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
- Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
- Complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.
- Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the employment date and maintain it while employed in this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Essential duties are primarily performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment, with occasional field inspections required.
- Primary work surfaces are even, dry, carpeted, or tiled floors. Exposure to natural weather conditions and natural surfaces may occur when performing outdoor duties.
- Works primarily alone, with occasional group and team work required.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Equipment typically used in the performance of office duties includes telephone, computer, printer, and copy machine.
- Frequent use of a county vehicle is required.
- Various forms of paperwork and office supplies are handled during the performance of essential job duties.