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The full Deputy Commissioner job description{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"} contains more information about this position. The Deputy Commissioner assists the Commissioner in managing the daily operations of the Public Services and Utilities Department (DPSU), overseeing key divisions such as water, wastewater, fleet maintenance, engineering, highway, parks, and traffic. The role ensures that operations align with city objectives and strategic goals while providing leadership, guidance, and support to staff. The Deputy Commissioner manages projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet regulatory and quality standards. Additionally, the role coordinates emergency response efforts, safety programs, and grant applications. Serving as a liaison with the Mayor\'s office, City Council, and the public, they manage public relations, citizen concerns, and personnel matters, ensuring efficient service delivery. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service. QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor\'s degree with specialization in public or business administration, engineering, or related field. - Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public works management with specific experience in personnel management and operational procedures, with a minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory position. - Any equivalent combinations of education, training and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential function of the job shall be acceptable. - Licenses/certifications: Valid class D driver\'s license required - Strong, effective management and leadership skills; skill in developing policies and procedures to accomplish goals and objectives; imagination, innovation and judgment relating to planning and achieving department goals. - Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of groups of employees engaged in a variety of public works construction and maintenance operations - Establishes and maintains collaborative and harmonious working relationships with City officials and departments, state agencies and the general public; ability to deal with employees tactfully and effectively and maintain positive relations. - Comprehensive technical and practical knowledge of the materials, methods and techniques relative to public works projects and construction contract administration and estimations; thorough knowledge of public works financing and civil engineering practices and techniques. - Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies which govern public works facilities, operations, projects and activities. - Communicates effectively in written and oral form; ability to prepare in-depth reports and translate technical information into laymen\'s terms. - Proficient computer and internet skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs. HOURS Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week 7:30AM - 4:00PM SALARY \$89,247-\$116,021 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, October 31, 2024 @ 4:00PM or until position is filled