Description
DEPUTY UTILITIES DIRECTOR
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Please visit the Human Resources page on the Village's website to explore our very competitive benefits package!
The Village is currently accepting applications for a Deputy Utilities Director. This is a highly responsible position leading the planning, development, and management of repair and replacement (R&R) and capital improvement projects (CIP) for the Village’s water and stormwater utilities, assisting the Director with administrative and professional activities involved in running the department.
JOB DESCRIPTION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Recommends and prepares short and long-range plans, schedules and cost estimates for department CIP and R&R programs needed to maintain department facilities and equipment in compliance with applicable regulations
Oversees construction projects and large-scale utilities initiatives, maintaining budgets, quantity and cost estimates, related documentation, and compliance with terms and conditions
Leads or assists the Director in reviewing work produced by consulting engineers, reviews contractor and consultant pay requests for accuracy, work completion, and requests change orders as necessary
Coordinates the activities of employees, contractors and consultants engaged in the CIP/ R&R planning, design, operation, construction, maintenance, repair and service as requested
Manages purchasing activities, including bids, requests for qualifications, piggyback agreements, and/or specifications and assists with bid specifications, requests for qualifications/proposal, requests for quotes, and invitations to bid and related documents, primarily CIP/ R&R related
Leads or assists with completing and ensuring compliance with necessary regulatory permits , planning documents, demand projections, and permit conditions for utilities operations
May assist with development reviews, permits, field visits, and developer coordination for residential, commercial, and other utility development within our water service area and Village limits
Assists with rate, fee, and 20-year CIP/ R&R project analyses required to determine current rate and fee sufficiency for sound operations
Assists with the development and management of the utilities department budget
Confers with state, federal, local representatives, consulting engineers and relevant colleagues on bid projects and regulatory matters, to ensure efficiency and compliance
Researches grant opportunities, writes, negotiates, administers grants and grant compliance
Administers the Village’s FDEP State Revolving Fund loans and related records and compliance
Prepares council agenda items and presentations
Compiles numerical and statistical data, develops technical papers and reports, charts, budgets, briefing summaries, updates, and schedules
Serves on various committees to provide technical advice and represents the department in public meetings, regulatory matters, and community outreach programs
Establishes and maintains policies and procedures governing the inspection, operation and maintenance of the utilities department’s facilities, to include the Village’s stormwater drainage system and operational control laboratory testing
Conducts/ assists with performance evaluations, makes recommendations for disciplinary actions, handles complaints and recommends hiring, terminations, promotions, and demotions
Develops, reviews, and recommends revisions to utility-related codes, ordinances, resolutions, and policies to ensure regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and consistency with best practices and Village objectives.
Performs other duties and assume other responsibilities as required
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering preferred, or closely related field
Five years of progressively responsible experience in utility plant operations, utility engineering, construction/design, administrative operations and managing capital projects
Any equivalent combination of education, qualifications, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job may be substituted for minimum qualifications
Licensing and Certification
Registered professional engineer in the state of Florida preferred
Certified project management professional (PMP) preferred
Florida Drinking Water Operator license preferred
Valid driver’s license
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification within 6 months in accordance with Village policy
Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Sound knowledge of modern principles and practices of public administration, including planning, organizing, budgeting, scheduling, personnel and project management
Demonstrated experience in preparing technical reports, cost estimates, and cost records and presenting long-range water and stormwater utilities plans and programs
Knowledge of principles and practices governing the operations of utilities water production, water distribution, and stormwater collection, to include unit processes, water quality requirements, electrical/ mechanical equipment, automated control systems, and work order/ asset management systems
Extensive knowledge of applicable federal, state, and Village codes, regulations and ordinances governing the administration of the utilities department, all divisions
Sound knowledge of engineering/ technical theory, techniques, principles, and practices applicable to the planning, design, and construction of utilities projects
Well-honed conflict resolution skills and demonstrated strength in building relationships built on trust and integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills; skilled in public speaking
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Subject to respond to emergencies 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year
Occasionally to often required to walk, sit, stand, bend, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch
Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Working conditions will vary to include an air-conditioned office, with regular field activities resulting in exposure to outdoor elements and driving to project sites
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering preferred, or closely related field
Five years of progressively responsible experience in utility plant operations, utility engineering, construction/design, administrative operations and managing capital projects
Any equivalent combination of education, qualifications, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job may be substituted for minimum qualifications
Licensing and Certification
Registered professional engineer in the state of Florida preferred
Certified project management professional (PMP) preferred
Florida Drinking Water Operator license preferred
Valid driver’s license
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Certification within 6 months in accordance with Village policy
Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Sound knowledge of modern principles and practices of public administration, including planning, organizing, budgeting, scheduling, personnel and project management
Demonstrated experience in preparing technical reports, cost estimates, and cost records and presenting long-range water and stormwater utilities plans and programs
Knowledge of principles and practices governing the operations of utilities water production, water distribution, and stormwater collection, to include unit processes, water quality requirements, electrical/ mechanical equipment, automated control systems, and work order/ asset management systems
Extensive knowledge of applicable federal, state, and Village codes, regulations and ordinances governing the administration of the utilities department, all divisions
Sound knowledge of engineering/ technical theory, techniques, principles, and practices applicable to the planning, design, and construction of utilities projects
Well-honed conflict resolution skills and demonstrated strength in building relationships built on trust and integrity
Excellent oral and written communication skills; skilled in public speaking
