EMPLOYER: City of New Castle, Delaware
CLOSING DATE: February 13, 2009
COMPENSATION: Salary range to $60KTO APPLY: R�sum�s to City Administrator, 220 Delaware St., New Castle, DE 19720; e-mail [email protected] . EOE.
DESCRIPTION: New Castle is a
small, picturesque and very historic community in northern Delaware, about 10
minutes from Wilmington and 45 minutes from Philadelphia, bordering the Delaware
River. The City is three square miles, population 5,000. Position is appointed
by a five-member Council, including four Council members and one Council
President. The Mayor is separately elected and does not serve on Council. We
seek a dynamic individual to lead the Public Services Department unionized
operations, including the divisions of Public Works and
Building/Planning/Zoning/Code Enforcement. Public Works responsibilities include
refuse collection, parks maintenance and management of infrastructure (i.e.,
roads and drainage system). Other responsibilities include management of
building official/inspector, engineering/land planning activities and code
enforcement. A background in engineering, strong skills in grant writing,
personnel and budget management a plus.
The most effective Director should posses the following: Positive attitude with
an ability to lead teams and deliver results; College Degree desirable and/or
strong engineering aptitude; Ten years work experience with proven supervisory
results including budget preparation, grant writing and administration of union
contracts; Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills to
deal effectively with the public, as well as members of City Council, City
Commissions, DelDOT, DNREC, engineers, builders, contractors and other City
personnel; Computer and Internet skills to develop communication and management
reporting/analysis using spreadsheets and other tools; Strong analytical and
problem solving skills required; Ability to develop RFP's, RFQ's, bid
specifications and prepare cost and ROI estimates for public works projects
helpful; Ability to interpret construction plans and specifications with an
ability to evaluate compliance with zoning, subdivision, and building codes;
Knowledge of the ICC IBC, and other City building and zoning regulations,
desirable; Working knowledge of aspects of City management including the
following: Ordinances, regulations, policies and Code enforcement; Methods,
materials, equipment, and practices used in building construction; Roadway
design, drainage structures, street department operations (trash collection,
street maintenance, snow and ice control); Familiarity with DelDOT standards
helpful.
City of New Castle Public Services Director Job Description
Non-Union FLSA: Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The position directs the Department of Public Services, including divisions of
Public Works, Building and Code Enforcement. Duties include staff supervision,
establishment of short- and long-range plans, policy and procedure development,
management of departmental activities and events, preparation of budgets and
evaluation, documentation and reporting on events and activities to the City
Administrator and elected officials.
PRIMARY DUTIES: This list represents the essential tasks performed by the
position. Additional duties may be assigned by management as required.
Supervises staff, including establishment of staffing standards, training,
assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining and recommending
termination; including union contract administration.
Develops goals, objectives, policies and procedures for departmental activities
and programs in consultation with regulatory agencies, elected or appointed
officials, senior management, department heads, and staff.
Monitors and researches trends, new methodology and technology, laws, rules and
City policies to develop and enhance public service processes and activities and
plans for future expansion to meet growth needs; includes grant research and
writing.
Directs departmental activities, including coordinating with the City Engineer,
grounds and street maintenance, drainage, solid waste collection, planning,
inspections and evaluations, contingency planning, emergency planning (including
NIMS/ICS), safety and other activities, processes or programs.
Advises and consults with elected and appointed officials, commissions, federal
or state regulatory agencies, department heads, developers, civic or private
groups and/or individuals on department-related problems, strategies, policies
and procedures.
Represents the City on regional and local boards or committees and at meetings
concerning public services issues; makes presentations to elected or appointed
officials, department heads and staff and other public or private agencies or
groups on significant public services issues or programs.
Oversees administrative matters such as developing and defending departmental
budgets, administering expenditures, conducting special studies, preparing
departmental capital improvement program, managing correspondence and records,
reviewing contracts and bills, preparing routine and special reports,
administering training, providing for technical or professional growth of staff
and other administrative duties.
Instructs or trains others through explanation, demonstration and supervised
practice, or by making recommendations on the basis of technical disciplines.
Develops and implements short- and long-range plans and programs to support the
goals and objectives of the organization.
Requires responsibility and opportunity for achieving widespread economies
and/or preventing losses through the management of a department that has an
organization-wide impact or significant impact on the general population.
Requires responsibility and authority for the development of policies regarding
the provision of continuous enforcement of the laws and standards of public
health and safety.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Requires minimum Associate's Degree or equivalent in business management, civil
engineering or a closely related field
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Requires valid Delaware Driver's License
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Requires more than five years of related experience
General Management | Human Resources/Risk Mgt. | Information Technology | Finance/Accounting
Admin./Legal | Community Development | Public Works | Public Safety | Leisure Services | Health/Human Services