Job Description

This position's primary function is to ensure the City of Conroe has adequate water supply and wastewater facilities in compliance with State regulations both for today and for the future. The Director of Public Works supervises and directs the Water Production, Water and Sewer Maintenance, Water and Sewer Construction, and Wastewater Treatment Divisions of the City. The Public Works Director Is responsible for the organization and management of the Public Works Administration, Street Maintenance and Construction, Traffic Lights, Drainage Construction, Service Center operations, Building Maintenance including electrical, pumps and other utility needs of the City of Conroe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years' experience in the supervision of water, wastewater and street maintenance and repair. Experienced in budget management, Capital Improvement Planning and Projects. Knowledgeable in contract negotiation and management. A Degree in Civil Engineering, Public, Business Management or other related fields preferred.

Special Requirements:

Must have training in water and wastewater courses approved by T.C.E.Q. Must be physically able to walk, climb, stand, and kneel to visit supervise various construction projects. Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license required. Must pass the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of construction and heavy equipment and its capabilities.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair procedure for water distribution and sewage collection systems.
• Knowledge of water demands and quality required by the T.C.E.Q.
• Knowledge of various equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair procedures, and of standard building construction and maintenance including electrical, ac and heat, new construction and routine custodial needs.
• Knowledge of City budget procedures with the ability to project cost and needs annually and forecast at 5 and 10 years with some accuracy.
• Knowledge of T.C.E.Q. rules and able to plan for future disposal, collection and/or diversion of waste.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and the ability to estimate cost of construction and time with some degree of accuracy.
• Ability to supervise the operation of sewage treatment facilities within compliance of the E.P.A. and T.C.E.Q. guidelines.
• Ability to schedule projects with proper manpower and equipment; ability to plan, as well as schedule routes.
• Ability to communicate with all employees, council, management and general public, both written and oral.
• Ability to relate to various personalities and employee situations.
• Capability to be the face and voice of the Public Works Department for the City of Conroe.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary and requires the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: fingering, mental acuity, speaking, visual acuity and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $129,863 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Must pass FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.