Salary: $10,938 - $14,001 monthly
The Public Works Director is a self-directed and highly accountable position providing oversight, direction and leadership to the Public Works Department. The Public Works Director will be responsible for a full range of Public Works services through a staff of 58 FTE and will have the ability to work through independent action and decision making within the framework of Council goals and general direction of the City Manager. This dynamic, innovative leader will guide the department through both long-range planning and everyday operations and will accomplish goals through the effective delegation of authority to the Public Works team with a focus on customer service.
The successful candidate will possess strong communications skills and the ability to connect with staff, elected officials and the community. Strong skills in vendor and contractor management and accountability are essential. Exceptional financial acumen and budgeting expertise are critical in the management of the multiple funds and large-scale expenditures required. The Public Works Director must have the ability to manage time and priorities to meet the demanding workload of the Department. In addition, the Director will serve as an essential, active member of the City’s management team.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
The City of Roseburg’s Public Works Department accomplishes its work through multiple divisions: Engineering, Street & Storm Drainage Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Airport, and Parks and Recreation.
The Public Works Director directly supervises four Superintendents, a Design and Construction Supervisor, Office Administrator, and Parks and Recreation Program Manager who carry out the City and Director’s vision through subordinate staff. This Department includes both represented and non-represented employees. The annual operating budget for the Department is approximately $26 million across multiple funds.
THE MUNICIPAL ORGANIZATION
The City of Roseburg is a home rule, full service city operating under the Council/City Manager form of government. The Mayor is elected at large for a 2-year term and eight (8) Council members are elected, two from each City ward, for a 4-year term. The City Manager and Municipal Judge work directly for the City Council.
The City Manager supervises all City employees. There are 175 City employees providing a full range of City services. There are three bargaining groups, IAFF, RPEA and IBEW, along with management employees. The City consists of 10.6 square miles with an annual total budget of $109,703,516 and a General Fund budget of $32,880,294.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A four-year college degree in Civil Engineering, public administration, or related field is required.
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in public works related operations with at least two years in a supervisory and administrative capacity in a related field, or additional experience and education enabling the candidate to perform the essential functions of the position.
Requires possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days.
Completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.
Registration as a Professional Engineer is desired.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range is $10,938 - $14,001 monthly.
The City of Roseburg provides a generous comprehensive benefit package to employees including medical, vision, dental, long-term disability and life Insurance. Benefits costs are paid by the City with the exception of a moderate contribution toward the medical premium based upon the level of coverage. The City provides HRA/VEBA contributions to assist with unreimbursed health related expenses as well as a number of optional supplemental benefits. The City participates in the State of Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and currently pays the entire contribution on behalf of employees. A deferred compensation plan is also available to allow employees to contribute to their own retirement. There are 11 paid holidays. Sick leave is earned at eight hours per month with no maximum accrual at this time. Vacation is earned based upon years of service, and Department Heads are provided with an additional 40 hours of paid administrative leave annually. The complete benefits resource guide can be found at https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits.
THE COMMUNITY
The City of Roseburg is situated at the heart of the Hundred Valleys of the Umpqua in scenic, Southwestern Oregon. On Interstate 5, it is 67 miles south of Eugene, and 123 miles north of the California border. Traveling by State Highway 38/138 or 42, Roseburg is about 80 miles inland from the Pacific coastal communities Reedsport and Coos Bay. Highway 138 continues east from the city along the North Umpqua River. It is 79 miles to Diamond Lake at the summit of the Oregon Cascades and just 20 miles more to Crater Lake National Park.
The elevation is 465 feet, and features a mild, fair seasonal climate. Winters are cool without much freezing and provide most of the rainfall that brings blossom-filled springs. A warming trend begins in April and May, continuing into the summery days of July and August. Fall weather is pleasant and crisp, producing brilliant leaf colors in late October. The Hundred Valleys of the Umpqua have been compared geographically and climatologically with Italy and Southern France. Extremes of heat and cold are rare. The summer humidity is low and snowfall is rare on the valley floor. The normal growing season is 217 days. Roseburg enjoys one of the lowest average wind velocities in the United States.
Roseburg is the county seat and largest city in Douglas County. The population is 24,258 with an urban daytime population of approximately 60,000. Roseburg is the hub of retail, government activity and medical services for Central Douglas County. The City is served by Roseburg School District #4, which has an excellent reputation and community support. Umpqua Community College is 5 miles north of the City and offers a varied curriculum with extensive adult education and community oriented classes. Multiple locations at the college are available for cultural activities, and there is a thriving community theater group with its own venue in a city park.
The city boasts numerous park areas, including tennis courts, soccer and ball fields, a 9-hole golf course, skate park, disc golf course, dog park and walking trails. Roseburg is the location of choice for many who seek a high quality living environment at a reasonable price. Various community events, including Graffiti Week, Art and Wine Festivals and Music on the Half Shell, among others, are held throughout the year for local residents and tourists.
For Roseburg area tourism information go to www.experienceroseburg.com
There are numerous shopping opportunities from specialty shops in historic downtown to nationwide chain stores. Housing is available in various price ranges. Roseburg's economy has diversified in recent years while still retaining strong ties to its natural resource base. Efforts to bring clean industries and new jobs to the area have been fruitful and are continuing through support by a coalition of government agencies and funding. In recent years, the retirement and senior population has grown considerable, and various residential facilities have been constructed to meet the needs of this segment of population.
Local wineries are an expanding area of economic development with many being recognized in national and international competitions. Umpqua Community College built the Southern Oregon Wine Institute as a center for classes, a training winery and activity center to prepare students for jobs in the industry and to function as a research industry for all of Southern Oregon.
HOW TO APPLY?
Complete an application form available via one of the following methods:
Electronically: https://www.cityofroseburg.org/departments/human-resources/employment
In-Person: City of Roseburg – Administration, 900 SE Douglas Avenue, Roseburg, OR 97470
Email: jobs@roseburgor.gov
Submit completed application to Human Resources by the closing date listed in the job announcement. Applications must be received or postmarked no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. All required documents should be presented with the application. Resumes are accepted in addition to, not in lieu of, the City of Roseburg application form.
Selection Process: Applications are thoroughly reviewed and screened by the Human Resources Office. Since these are competitive selection processes, applicants whose backgrounds appear to most closely match the needs of the particular vacancy will be considered. Once the screening is complete, Human Resources notifies all candidates of their status. This process can take from one to four weeks after the closing date. Due to the number of applicants and the limited number of job opportunities, not all applicants proceed in the recruitment process.
The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services or activities. The City of Roseburg does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices.
Questions: Please direct questions to City of Roseburg Administration at 541-492-6866.
Equal Opportunity Employer