POSITION OVERVIEW

This advanced professional department head position plans, coordinates, and executes the activities of the Engineering Department. The Engineering Department encompasses the following divisions: engineering, street maintenance, traffic control, planning & protective services, parking, and airport in accordance with the policies and standards of the City of Fulton.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Experience, Education, and Training

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Civil Engineering focus preferred; AND
Minimum of 5 years of managerial, administrative, and professional engineering experience in the direction of various aspects of municipal Public Works programs
Missouri Professional Registration preferred or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
Proficiency with CAD and other related programs.
Valid Missouri driver’s license.

Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of engineering principles.
Federal, State, and Local regulations affecting municipal public works activities.
Principles and practices of public administration, budget preparation, and personnel management.
Ongoing developments, resources, and requirements in municipal public works administration.
Abilities
Effectively lead and manage the Engineering Department and inclusive divisions’ activities.
Exercise sound, independent judgement.
Develop long-term plans and make effective decisions on major policy matters as well as complex technical and administrative problems with oversight from the Director of Administration.
Prepare and present clear comprehensive written and verbal reports and presentations.
Effectively supervise and manage department personnel in accordance with City policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain good internal and external working relationships.
Follow verbal and written directives.
Communicate effectively.
Deal effectively and courteously with a wide variety of individuals and groups including City Administration, elected officials, community stakeholders, departmental staff, governmental agencies/representatives, and the general public.
Perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of self or others.
Model and promote the city’s team culture.

FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions

Serves as the principal advisor to the Director of Administration, Asst. Director of Administration, City Council, and other city officials regarding engineering and other public works activities. Confers as appropriate regarding departmental policies, programs, and activities.
Plans, organizes, and provides effective leadership in managing a broad scope of public works programs and operations for the city including, but not limited to engineering, street maintenance, traffic control, planning & protective services, parking, and airport divisions.
Confers with and advises Assistant City Engineer, as well as other staff and/or design and construction professionals, relating to the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of public works systems.
Reviews and approves the design and construction of public works improvements and capital improvement projects.
Develops long-range strategic and master plans for departmental policies and programs, outlines program objectives, and works with appropriate staff on implementation of plans. Oversees the preparation and implementation of plans for municipal projects.
Guides and directs a staff of professional, technical, and administrative support personnel including selection and disciplinary decisions, completing performance evaluations, and ensuring staff have adequate training and professional development opportunities.
Directs the preparation of and reviews engineering plans and technical reports, bidding process for construction contracts, budget estimates, financial estimates, and other appropriate operational records, ordinance modifications ensuring compliance with federal, state, and city regulations.
Delivers presentations, prepares reports, and facilitates community meetings (as required). Responds to difficult citizen inquiries and complaints with an understanding of city policy and procedure.
Oversees annual departmental budget development and compliance, including planning and administration, and actively participates in long-range budget analysis.
Helps develop the City’s ongoing priorities and actively seeks opportunities for infrastructure improvements while maintaining fiscal accountability.
Provides and monitors staff development to ensure appropriate succession planning within the department.
Travels to a variety of construction and/or worksites.
Interfaces with Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Missouri Department of Transportation, Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission, and other such organizations to advocate for the needs of the City of Fulton and ensure effective, ongoing communication and prioritization.
Attends all City Council meetings and required board/commission meetings.
Supervises all weather-related and emergency situations and remains available and on-call on a 24-hour basis.

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