Definition
The top salary range for this position currently reaches $143,609.76, PLUS, an excellent benefits package! The position will receive a 5.0% salary increase in July 2025, July 2026, and July 2027; bringing the top step salary to $166,246.20, pending City Council approval on August 26, 2024.
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Under administrative direction of the Director of Public Works and Utilities, the Deputy Director of Public Works participates in the planning and directing of the activities of the Public Works Department; in the absence of the Director of Public Works, acts in that capacity and performs related work as well. This position will provide primary oversight in the implementation of the City's Bike/Ped Plan, Measure R 710 projects, and other multimodal transportation related programs/projects.
This position will be primarily responsible for the direct supervision of the City’s transportation planning and infrastructure in the Public Works and Utilities Department. The position requires working with the City Engineer, Traffic Engineer(s), and third parties on the development of plan documents, projects, and programs in order to provide safe and efficient movement of pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and vehicular traffic in Alhambra. Responsibilities include: increasing safety for all modes of transportation; evaluating and applying innovative technologies; obtaining and managing transportation grants; overseeing all City traffic infrastructure; and supporting and coordinating with regional transportation initiatives. A high level of judgement in guiding the Department’s needs and transportation goals is expected, with key focus on managing funding sources; leading the City’s transportation initiatives including Alhambra’s 710 Mobility Improvement Projects; improving responsiveness with respect to traffic related issues; modernizing systems such as signal timing; implementing multimodal improvements including the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan; directing traffic studies; evaluating effectiveness of traffic control and warning devices including traffic calming; and providing support to other Alhambra transportation efforts including the Alhambra Community Transit and Senior Ride. The position reports to the Director of Public Works and Utilities and may be a staff liaison the Transportation Commission.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Supervision is provided by the Director of Public Works and Utilities or their designee.
Exercises supervision to oversee the department divisions.
Essential Job Functions
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments as needed.)
Develops operating and capital budget proposals for the department; plans, organizes, directs, and provides policy guidance and review on continuing work and special department projects; prepares contract documents for capital improvements projects; participates in planning, coordinating, directing, and controlling the Public Works Department’s capital improvement program for buildings, street landscaping, traffic, and assessment district programs as directed; oversees transit operations (fixed route) contract and other contracts as assigned; participates in the preparation, development, and control of the department budget; prepares funding applications for various projects; participates in the acquisition, compilation, and presentation of statistical data and other data required to obtain Federal and State funds for department projects; participates in negotiations and directs the preparation of agreements, specifications, and inspection for various types of contracts; reviews and approves or disapproves plans and specifications in the absence of the Director; plans and directs research projects and prepares recommendations to the Director; recommends the selection of consultant services for plans, reports, and studies relative to Citywide public works improvement projects; participates in establishing, enforcing, and revising the administrative procedures and policies for the department; maintains effective working relationships with other City departments, county offices, and State and Federal agencies involved in the activities of the department; tracks and keeps the department head informed of legislation which may impact the department; prepares reports for submittal to the City Manager, City Council, the City Commissions, and other City departments; makes oral presentations; acts for the Director in public relations and liaison matters; meets the public and receives complaints; represents the department head at meetings involving other departments, government agencies, citizen groups, business, contractors, consultants, or other organizations having business with the department; and performs other related duties as assigned. Maintains regular attendance.
Qualification Guidelines
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities, and enable the individual to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position. A typical combination is:
Education and/or Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college with major course work in Public Administration or related field, plus four years of experience in administrative or technical work, conducting administrative studies, and assisting in the implementation and maintenance of capital projects or the equivalent.
Knowledge of:
Basic engineering principles, practices, and methods; principles or organization and management, including personnel administration and budgetary control; City government and the services normally provided; and basic functions of public works fields, including but not limited to, traffic, street maintenance, fleet maintenance, and building maintenance.
Ability to:
Provide support in the planning, organization and administration of a municipal public works and engineering program; prepare comprehensive engineering reports for submission to the Director and as necessary, to present them clearly and logically to the public and to other government and private officials; review and understand construction plans, specifications, and engineering drawings; provide support in the planning, organization, direction, and coordination of a large and varied City department; function effectively in personnel matters such as disciplinary actions and decisions for retention or dismissal; supervise and direct top management; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds is required. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching and stooping in the performance of daily office activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in retrieving and entering data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading work related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Employee works both indoors and outdoors. Environment is generally clean but may be occasionally exposed to conditions such as dust, fumes, or odors. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud noise from machinery and equipment and loud talking and interruptions from telephones and/or members of the public.
NOTE:
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants must complete an application online prior to the final filing date. Applications will be screened for qualifications, appropriate background, and only the most qualified will be invited to participate in the examination process. Successful candidates must achieve a minimum passing score. Applicants will be notified by e-mail as to the interview date, time, and location. The examination process will include:
Oral interview weighted at 100%
Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment physical and may be required to pass a thorough background investigation and polygraph examination as part of the selection process. Candidates who do not pass will be disqualified and removed from the eligibility list.
ACCOMMODATION:
Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days prior to the examination date.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.