Description
Plans, coordinates, and administers the development of facilities for a major county department or program; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished by its responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating an ongoing program concerned with the planning, design, and development of facilities for the County of Maui.
Examples of Duties
The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
- Plans, directs and coordinates the development and maintenance of a long range plan for facilities; coordinates the development of a master plan for upgrading and future development of facilities;
- Develops and implements policies, procedures and standards relating to the planning, acquisition, design, construction and inspection of facilities;
- Coordinates the preparation of professional and technical planning, engineering and surveying reports;
- Reviews and comments on engineering, architectural and landscaping plans and designs for new facilities;
- Schedules priorities for capital improvement projects;
- Determines scope of projects and oversees the acquisition of appropriate permits and other requirements;
- Makes recommendations for consultant services and monitors consultant selection process;
- Writes contract specifications, recommends contractor's bid for awards, and coordinates bidding process;
- Coordinates the work of planning and engineering consultants and recommends completed work for department's approval;
- Directs the inspection of construction projects in progress and upon completion;
- Participates in the coordination of various types of land purchases for the department;
- Coordinates the preparation of proposals and applications for various Federal and State grants;
- Participates in the preparation of the department's Capital Improvements Program budget;
- Represents the department at meetings and conferences with government agencies, the county council and community groups on planning, development and improvement matters;
- Coordinates division activities with those of other divisions and public agencies in order to ensure consistency in meeting departmental goals and objectives;
- Establishes broad work plans and priorities; reviews divisional operations and organization and initiates changes as required;
- Evaluates personnel needs of the division and participates in the evaluation of work performance and selection of new employees;
- Supervises the work of division staff;
- Prepares oral and written reports and correspondence on the status of parks and facilities projects.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: Combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with bachelor's degree in urban or city planning, civil engineering, architecture, business or public administration or a related field and four (4) years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities one of which shall have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (type 3).
Knowledge of:principles and practices of administration and management; planning principles and practices as applied to development of facilities; procedures and practices of land acquisition and contract preparation; new and improved theories, methods and procedures in development and utilization; methods and practices used in preparation of plans, specifications, estimates and contracts; building codes, ordinances, rules and regulations; report writing; budget preparation.
Ability to: plan, assign and direct the work of others; establish and maintain effective relationships with other divisions and departments; develop operating standards and policies; formulate long range objectives and goals; review engineering plans, designs and specifications; explain technical aspects of departmental projects to community and civic groups and organizations; prepare or review administrative and technical reports and correspondence; prepare and justify budget estimates; give clear and concise oral and written instructions; prepare technical reports.
Health And Physical Condition
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Maui
If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.
EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination
Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Personnel Services Email: personnel.services@mauicounty.gov
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban or city planning, civil engineering, architecture, business administration, public administration or a related field? Note: If yes, you must attach a copy of your degree stating field of study or a copy of your official transcript.
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Do you possess at least four (4) years of professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities? If yes, please ensure that your professional work experience is detailed in your application. (Note: See resume is not acceptable).
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If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) did you gain this experience. (See "resume" is not acceptable.)
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Do you possess at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative professional work experience in city planning or related planning activities? Note: Please ensure your related work experience is listed on your application.
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If yes, please indicate at which employer(s) did you gain this experience. (See "resume" is not acceptable.)
