Deputy Director of Core Services - Public Works Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boiseid/jobs/newprint/4651227) Apply  Deputy Director of Core Services - Public Works Salary $147,168.00 - $164,482.00 Annually Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 23 -06828 Department Public Works Division Accting/Budgeting/Procurement Opening Date 09/13/2024 Closing Date 10/7/2024 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement Join the City of Boise's Public Works executive team! The Public Works Deputy Director of Core Services assists the director with oversight of Public Works community-facing services including materials management, climate action, city facilities, and fleet. This new role is part of a departmental restructuring aimed at streamlining operations, improving leadership for better decision-making and oversight, and creating new career opportunities. + Provides support and services to leaders, projects, programs and employees. + Provides direction to management, supervisory, professional, technical and other support staff. + Coordinates with other deputy directors to ensure alignment on standardized processes across the department. + The position requires significant initiative, judgment, and decision-making under administrative direction and serves at-will to the Public Works Director. City employees enjoy a top-notch lifetime-annuity pension plan through PERSI, employer investment match, and free healthcare coverage for employees and their dependents. In addition, you’ll receive 24 days of vacation, 96 hours of sick time, 10 public holidays, and 2 floating holidays annually. Other benefits include public employee student loan forgiveness, 10 weeks paid parental leave, a cash-incentive wellness program, and more. Imagine that. Essential Functions Manages the work of professional and technical staff across a variety of functions, ensuring adequate resources are available to achieve objectives. Coordinates with the Deputy Director - Shared Services on staff and professional training, development and required regulatory licensures. Coordinates and directs operations for Public Works' community facing services divisions, including materials management, climate action, building facilities and fleet. Leads planning and strategy development for Public Works' community facing services, partnering with city and community leaders and department deputy directors to ensure alignment, monitor progress on timelines and deliverables and provide routine updates. Sets and drives the strategic vision of enterprise funds including coordination with the Deputy Director - Shared Services in the development and updating of strategic plans which set short-term and long-term capital improvement plans. Develops and implements division goals, objectives, programs, policies and processes to align with short- and long-term strategic plans. Ensures divisional alignment with both department and broader initiatives. Coordinates with the Deputy Director - Shared Services regarding financial shared services and development of annual budgets and rate recommendations as appropriate. Oversees a budget and ensures spending is within and according to allocated budget, monitoring spending and project budgets. Coordinates amongst Public Works deputy directors to ensure alignment and consistency of strategy and standardized business processes across the department highlighting and implementing best practices. Ensures compliance with applicable regulations, manages interactions with regulatory agencies and advocates for the department and city’s interests in regulatory matters. Ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations. Oversees compliance reporting and documentation, audit procedures, findings and resolutions. Responds to public and regulatory inquires, providing reports, documentation, or other information to address questions and/or concerns. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training + Bachelor’s degree in a related field and + 15 years of progressively responsible experience in a public works agency or utility operation or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience , including at least 5 years of managing professional and technical staff. Knowledge of: + strategic planning, materials management, water resources and climate action; + project management; + supervisory skills, staff development and team development; + budget planning and analysis; + pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations; and + computer usage including related software. Ability to: + manage a diverse workforce and resolve personnel issues; + resolve challenges and respond to unforeseen issues; + understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; + effectively oversee day-to-day operations of utility(ies) while proactively planning for the future; + communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and + perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training + Master's degree in environmental science, business administration, or a related field and background in various facets of public works, particularly materials management, water renewal and climate. + Experience managing multi-million-dollar budget and a diverse set of facilities. Licensing And Other Requirements Valid state-issued driver’s license. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Driving Record Check Education Verification Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. This position works: After hours, weekends and holidays as necessitated by the city's business. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: + ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants. + Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave: + 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 12 paid holidays every year + 8 hours of sick leave per month + 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. 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