Posting number: 20261110
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Job classification: Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering, Public Works
Under administrative direction, plans, directs, and coordinates municipal engineering and maintenance services; is responsible for the development and administration of programs designed to address primary areas of City service; exercises independent judgment, wisdom, common sense, and initiative in establishing efficient and effective departmental operations consistent with City Council policies and administrative guidelines established by the City Manager; functions as a member of the City's management team and actively participates in addressing issues of concern to the City; and performs related work as assigned.
This class reports to the City Manager.
Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and techniques of public works planning, engineering, maintenance, and construction, including fleet, streets, grounds, and maintenance programs; laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations regarding local government operations related to municipal engineering services and public works programs; familiarity with land use and development issues, procedures, and processes; principles and practices of supervision and disciplinary processes; data collection and analysis techniques; municipal budgeting processes; data processing systems/applications in a public agency; positive employee relations; and techniques of maintaining effective Council/staff and public/staff relations.
Skills and Abilities to: Plan, organize, and coordinate Department activities; research, prepare, and present complex reports on a variety of subjects; plan and enforce a balanced budget; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; establish and maintain effective relationships with the community at-large, the City Council, other City departments and public officials, public and private organizations and businesses, commissions/committees, and City staff; analyze complex administrative situations and resolve them through application of City policy and management principles and practices; develop comprehensive plans to meet future Cityservices; select, train, supervise, and evaluate employees; understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures; deal tactfully and courteously with internal and external customers; interpret complex regulations, laws, and guidelines; represent the Department and/or City effectively in a variety of meetings, including preparing and making presentations; develop new policies impacting Department operations/procedures; make decisions regarding operational and personnel functions; respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner; and interpret financial statements and cost accounting reports.
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.
Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering or a related field is required. Master's degree in civil engineering, public administration, or a related field is highly desirable. Five years of progressively responsible administrative experience in municipal engineering services, including the functions of public works planning, engineering, and traffic/transportation systems; maintenance and construction; utilities; and public works programs; and five years of supervisory experience at the mid-management level or above.
Must possess a California Driver License and proof of insurability. Must possess a valid Professional Civil Engineer License from the State of California in good standing.
The City of Montclair is a full-service city approximately 35 miles east of Los Angeles via Interstate 10. The 5.4 square-mile community is located at the western edge of the Inland Empire near the convergence of San Bernardino, Los Angeles and Riverside counties.
Montclair, which was incorporated on April 25, 1956, has a population of approximately 36,664 residents (2010 Census). The city has been home to Montclair Plaza, a 1.2-million square foot regional shopping center anchored by Nordstrom, Macy's, JCPenney, and Sears, since 1968. Montclair is also in close proximity to the prestigious Claremont Colleges, Cal Poly Pomona, University of La Verne, and several private and community colleges. The Montclair Transcenter is a multi-modal transportation hub along Metrolink's San Bernardino line and is planned as the future terminus for the Metro Gold Line light rail. The Transcenter is also served by public transit operated by Omnitrans, Foothill Transit, and the Riverside Transit Agency. Montclair prides itself on being a full-service city, providing a high level of services to its residents.
