Assistant Director - Public Works

THE CANDIDATE: 

The City of Bowie is seeking a proven and experienced professional to serve as its Assistant Director of Public Works.  The successful candidate should have a background in public works operations, project and/or construction management, and engineering.  This individual must be a skilled problem solver with the ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization, as well as City residents.  This person should have substantial experience and demonstrable ability to effectively supervise subordinate staff, and guide them in providing consistently excellent performance.

The Assistant Director of Public Works should have a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Management, Construction Management, or a related field.  A professional engineer’s license (PE) and/or Project Management Professional certification (PMP) are desirable but not required.  The successful candidate will have six years of progressively responsible experience in public works or utilities operations, including two years of supervisory experience managing skilled trade professionals, contractors, and/or technical experts in Public Works, Civil Engineering, Stormwater Management, Capital Improvement Project Management, or related work. Must have substantial and meaningful leadership/supervisory experience.

The successful applicant will also possess the following attributes:

• Knowledge of civil engineering and construction principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance management.
• Knowledge of construction management and street & sidewalk maintenance.
• Knowledge of engineering techniques associated with water system utility.
• Knowledge of stormwater management practices normally associated with civil engineering procedures.
• Knowledge of NPDES, MS4, and TMDL requirements.
• Demonstrated skill in resolving public works issues with contractors and citizens.
• Ability to provide strong and effective leadership to departmental staff and operations.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

THE POSITION: 

Reporting to the Director of Public Works, responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to:

• Directly supervising multiple Public Works Department staff and divisions as assigned by the Public Works Director.
• Implementing the design review, permitting, and inspection process for private development projects.
• Managing and supervising staff, contract personnel, and others in various design and construction projects.
• Overseeing the development of construction documents, scopes of work, scopes of service, and other required documents for contracting construction, maintenance, repair, and professional architectural and engineering services.
• Conducting investigations of routine complaints for flooding, sedimentation, and water pollution filed by the general public.
• Conducting inspection of existing infrastructure and developing a remediation plans, if necessary; Conducting inspections for bond reduction/release, and if issues are present, develop a punch list.
• Plan reviews for grading permits, building permits, site design reviews, adequate public facilities, and subdivisions for compliance with state and city codes.
• Maintain records of stormwater management devices installed throughout the City, and maintain a computer database of such devices and their periodic inspections.
• Assist the Public Works Director in the management and administration the Public Works Department.
• Serve in key incident management positions during City emergency events.

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

With an operating budget of approximately $32 million and consisting of seven operating divisions with over 140 FTEs, the Public Works Department provides services including street maintenance; water and wastewater treatment; maintenance of the City’s water and sewer distribution system; stormwater management, refuse and recycling collection; fleet maintenance, and a myriad of capital improvement projects consisting of improvements to facilities including buildings and parks.

THE CITY

Founded in 1870, and incorporated as a town in 1916, Bowie has grown from a small railroad stop to the largest municipality in Prince George’s County, and the fifth largest city in the State of Maryland, with an estimated population of 57,644. The town was first called Huntington City, though its train station was named in honor of local resident, Governor Oden Bowie, president of the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad. The town was subsequently rechartered as Bowie. Its rich history and significant growth make Bowie residents and employees proud to be part of a highly diverse and respected community.

Today, the City of Bowie Government consists of over four hundred hardworking employees in a variety of skilled, non-skilled, administrative, public safety, and professional disciplines. The City boasts a pleasant working environment and a strong, goal-oriented culture. This culture is reflected in the City’s consistently high employee retention rate,  and record of success in achieving organizational objectives. Joining the City of Bowie means becoming part of a dynamic, motivated, and aligned team.

The City offers a competitive salary range of $122,000-$137,000, depending on qualifications, and a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance, a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan. To optimize employee work/life balance, many positions include telework and flexible scheduling options.

 Salary:  $122,000 – $137,000 Depending on Qualifications

How to Apply:  please visit the city’s website at:  www.cityofbowie.org and click on the employment link.   All applicants MUST submit a completed City of Bowie employment application in order to be considered for this opportunity.

Application deadline:    Open until filled