Education/Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public works operations,  including two years of supervisory experience, preferably in the public sector; and the completion of an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Construction, Contract Administration, or a related field.  Any combination of training and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities is qualifying . A Bachelor's degree is highly desirable, as well as experience in contract, facilities, and property management.
 
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of Public Works management; principles of administration, organization and operation; principles and practices of contract administration and property/facilities management;  principles of supervision and training; office practices and procedures; general record keeping practices; budget preparation and control; methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and improvement of public works projects including streets, sanitation sewers, and storm drains; safety and safe work practices; organization and management of a comprehensive maintenance program for public works, municipal parks, buildings, grounds and facilities; maintenance needs of park buildings, grounds and all City public facilities/properties; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; proper operation and care of maintenance equipment and machines; requirements of maintaining streets in a safe, clean and orderly condition; City organization, operations, policies and objectives; applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures; operation of computer software and hardware.
 
Ability to:
Efficiently and effectively manage  subordinates assigned to the section;  estimate costs, and develop and implement a budget for the assigned area of responsibility; maintain accurate records; perform effective contract and property/facilities management responsibilities; supervise and direct day-to-day activity of assigned personnel; read and interpret engineering plans and specifications; effectively communicate verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; coordinate and supervise street, parks, building maintenance operations and activities in a City; analyze all maintenance needs and recommend appropriate programs and services, including hazardous material handling; prioritize, schedule, assign, monitor and review work; meet schedules and time lines; work independently with little direction; analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; train, supervise and evaluate personnel; operate equipment and machines used in all maintenance operations and activities; observe legal and defensive driving practices; enforce and comply with all safety standards and requirements; utilize computers and related software.

Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Ability to exert light to moderate physical effort, and exert sufficient force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds.  Ability to remain in a sitting/standing position for extended periods of time.  Ability to hear and speak to the general public, and City staff on the telephone and in person. Hand and eye coordination are needed to operate office equipment.  Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video/computer display terminal.
 
May occasionally perform strenuous physical work, combined with bending, twisting, working above ground or on irregular surfaces. May occasionally be exposed to unpleasant elements such as dust, fumes and odors, dampness, noise levels, or outside weather conditions. 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
This is primarily a desk job, with some required field work requiring travel to various locations.    
Physical demands include occasional lifting up to 25 pounds, some reaching, bending, walking, stooping, and squatting.  The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard.  Additionally, the position requires both near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents.  Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.   The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles.  Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. 

Special Requirements:
This position is required to be on call and/or standby.
 
License:
Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.