Purpose:
Under nominal direction, this position develops, plans, and implements engineering programs, capital improvement projects, project delivery, and neighborhood connectivity developments of Public Works for the City of Austin.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Directs assigned division and section activities, including audits of existing facilities, equipment, and personnel to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Identifies and analyzes trends and determines methodologies to implement changes.

Develops and implements short- and long-range plans, programs, and personnel that provide administrative and managerial support, fiscal management, program planning, and evaluation.

Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for activities within assigned divisions.

Develops, revises, and implements standard operating practices, policies, and procedures within assigned divisions.

Ensures divisions are in compliance with all City practices, policies, and procedures.

Develops and reviews engineering design and criteria, project delivery, neighborhood connectivity programs, Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), CIP tracking systems, and project budgets and expenditures with variance explanations.

Reviews, approves, and implements quality and safety systems and programs.

Assists in the preparation, presentation, and monitoring of departmental budget.

Represents the department at City Council meetings, citizens groups, and boards and commission meetings.

Provides support to other City departments and agencies as needed. Investigates and resolves Citizen inquiries and complaints.

Reviews, analyzes, and prepares both written and oral reports.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of technical aspects of maintenance and repair operations. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

Skill in oral and written communications.

Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in managing multiple programs, projects, and tasks.

Skill in negotiations and handling conflict resolution.

Skill in analyzing complex data from various sources, synthesizing collected information, and developing sound decisions/recommendations.

Skill in developing, reviewing, monitoring, and evaluating contracts for services and/or materials. Ability to manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously within approved budgets.

Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.

Ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with City personnel and the public.

Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate scientific civil engineering problems and provide practical, cost effective solutions.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, plus six (6) years of professional-level supervisory/management experience in Engineering
OR

Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in an engineering field related to the job, plus four (4) years of professional level supervisory/management experience in Engineering

Licenses and Certifications Required:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or the ability to become so within six (6) months of hire.