Deputy Director Technical Support Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/newprint/4671708) Apply  Deputy Director Technical Support Salary $93,935.71 - $136,743.36 Annually Location Las Cruces, NM Job Type Full-time Regular Job Number C067 09-24 MD Department Utilities Opening Date 09/25/2024 Closing Date 10/28/2024 11:59 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Nature of Work Plan, organize, and direct activities, staff, and programs involving the development and management of Capital Improvements Projects and Engineering support of all Operations in Natural Gas and Energy, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste ensuring effective management and resource allocation to meet goals and objectives. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Work is typically performed in an office environment; occasional examination of field sites requiring the ability to navigate across even and uneven surfaces. PHYSICAL FACTORS Light physical work involving motor skills when utilizing computer or other instruments; requires work with standard office equipment and files; required to operate a vehicle; strong verbal and auditory abilities; visual acuity to review documents, handwritten records and typed documents. WORK SITUATION FACTORS Required emergency call back and extended hours when necessary; periodic out-of-town travel required. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. Meeting or exceeding the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. Full-time, regular, exempt position. This position is graded AD30. Duties and Responsibilities + Develops, reviews, recommends, and implements policies, plans, and strategies for projects; defines project scope and priorities based on current and future needs to include Project Scoping Reports (PSR) preparation, review and procurement of design and environmental services as related to scoping reports. + Works with the development community, engineering community and other City Departments in the development of appropriate utility plans and specifications to ensure quality utility development. + Works with industry and other state, regional, and national stakeholders to keep current on industry trends, regulations, and legislative issues at the state and federal level; attends external training on key issues and changes in legal requirements and keeps abreast with latest trends and requirements and advises the Utilities Director and appropriate Utility Deputy Directors of relevant changes. + Develops capital projects; prepares, proposes, and implements the five (5) year Capital Improvement Plan; coordinates the development and/or modification of the Utilities design standards; Oversees and supervises the engineering and project management of all capital projects to ensure compliance with established parameters and applicable local, state, and federal standards. + Serves as a member of the Utilities Management Team; coordinates with other lines of business and programs and Departments to integrate projects of mutual concern; provides input to the management team to improve the level and quality of Utility services; participates in formulating fiscal policy on behalf of the Utilities and Utilities Board of Directors. + Manages staff through appropriate delegation and work supervision; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; reviews work in progress in order to anticipate technical and management problems; recommends changes to improve the organization's functions and processes; interprets statutes and regulations; provides leadership, direction and coaching to employees; provides assistance and training in technical issues, techniques, statutory requirements and other responsibilities. + Develops and monitors line of business and program budgets; approves budget expenditures; prepares special and recurring reports; proposes and recommends budget changes/revisions for project and resource needs. Develops and evaluates program objectives, priorities, and goals; manages projects and programs; participates in strategic planning; assures activities comply with established policies and processes. + Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload, and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; evaluates and analyzes functions, resources, processes, and procedures to identify issues and recommend changes for improvement; interprets applicable rules and regulations within scope of authority to provide leadership and guidance in developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures. + Collects and analyzes data to prepare and present various special and recurring reports to provide accurate and timely information related to assigned functions and duties; develops and presents information in clear and easily used formats; maintains regulatory compliance by keeping current on industry trends, regulations, and issues; identifies areas of concern for management for review and potential action. + Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure customer and staff needs are met; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless services. + Responds to and resolves various complaints, issues, inquiries, and problems as authorized and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or directly-related field PLUS five (5) years experience in utilities engineering design and administration to include contract interpretation, preparation, and execution of agreements and three (3) years of supervisory experience. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Valid driver’s license is required. P osition requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy . A current and valid Professional Engineering (PE) License in the State of New Mexico is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules, and regulations related to the operations and functions of the position and services provided; current principles of record keeping and records management; principles and practices of effective research methods and data analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, budgeting, and effective employee supervision, training, and development; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence; correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies, and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position. Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions; collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records; maintain confidentiality of information and data; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives. Skills in: reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence; researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner; demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas. To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces, Click here (http://www.las-cruces.org/207/Employee-Benefits) 01 Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the Work Experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process). + Yes + No 02 Do you have, at a minimum, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or directly related field? (If you fail to include this information under the Education Section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.) + Yes + No 03 I understand and accept that if my response is "YES" to the question above, I agree to provide proof of the required degree and/or transcript (official or unofficial) if recommended for the position. + Yes + No 04 Do you have, at a minimum, at least five (5) years of experience in utilities engineering design and administration to include contract interpretation, preparation and execution of agreements? (If you fail to include this information under the Work Experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.) + Yes + No 05 Do you have, at a minimum, three (3) years of supervisory experience? (If you fail to include this information under the Work Experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.) + Yes + No 06 A valid driver's license is required. Do you have a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 07 If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A. 08 A current and valid Professional Engineering (PE) License in the State of New Mexico is required. Do you have a current and valid license? (Please include the license information in the Certificates and Licenses portion of the application). + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Las Cruces Address P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004 Phone 575-528-3100575-528-3100 Website http://www.lascruces.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email