The City
Colorado Springs, with an estimated population of 464,475, occupies 195 square miles at the base of majestic Pikes Peak – America's Mountain and enjoys nearly 300 days of sunshine per year. Colorado Springs is the state's largest city in terms of area and second to Denver in population. Colorado Springs is home to several military establishments, including the Air Force Academy, many colleges and universities, the United States Olympic Committee Headquarters, and over 40 different sports organizations. It is the future home of two stadiums and the Olympic Museum. Colorado Springs is a thriving city with over 30 Fortune 500 companies and a leader in the aerospace and defense industries. It also has a diverse collection of non-profit organizations and businesses with a large number of tourist attractions.
The City of Colorado Springs, which is among the community's largest employers, is organized as a home rule Council-Mayor form of municipal government with a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members.
Learn about the City of Colorado Springs as an employer and what our beautiful city has to offer as a place to live and work by clicking on the following links: http://www.choosecoloradosprings.com/
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City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director
In this at-will position, under the direction of the Director of Public Works, you will manage the public infrastructure in accordance with city, state, and federal laws and manage the Public Works and Engineering functions. This is accomplished by planning, organizing, and developing strategies to accomplish the goals and objectives of the department.
Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform: - Manage and oversee by developing the vision, goals, objectives, priorities, and policies
- Create an organizational structure that ensures efficient use of limited resources
- Manage and oversee the City Engineering Division and the Engineering Development Review Division by developing and implementing structure and goals
- Foster cooperative relationships with citizen groups and other agencies
- Present information to City Council and other City leadership
- Monitor and improve effectiveness of service delivery methods
- Plan and direct the work plan for staff
- Manage critical capital projects and oversee the implementation of capital programs, maintenance of infrastructure, permit compliance, and development review
- Assist with developing and implementing the Public Works department budget; monitor on-going budget expenditures
- Lead development activities
- Supervise the installation of public improvements; ensure proposed improvements are consistent with regulations
- Oversee the Public Works team of managers
- Act as Public Works Director in their absence
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of: - Familiarity with all facets of municipal government infrastructure, including Transportation, Bridges, Maintenance, Stormwater, and Development Review
- Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration
- Understanding of principles and practices of civil engineering and transportation planning
- Methods and techniques of highway and street maintenance
- Construction management, standards, specifications, and project delivery
- Pertinent Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Ability to: - Collaborate with different stakeholders in a political environment
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Manage and supervise the City's engineering needs and activities
- Establish and enforce standards and specifications for the construction of all public improvements in the City
- Address public health, safety, and welfare concerns
Successful candidate will have: - A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a related field
- Seven years of full-time professional public works project management or civil engineering experience involving public works projects, including five years of supervisory and management experience.
- Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
- Current registration as a Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) in the State of Colorado
Ideal candidates will also demonstrate: - Ten years of full-time professional public works project management or civil engineering experience involving public works projects
- Seven years of supervisory and management experience
- Experience working in a municipal government setting
Supervision Exercised: In this position, you will manage and monitor work performance by directing subordinate supervisors, including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
Fiscal Responsibility: This position will prepare accounting, budget, employment actions, purchasing documents; and complete research to justify language used in documents for the department. You may recommend budget allocations.
Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids: Computer, printer, copier, telephone, and
standard office equipment.
Specialized Computer Equipment and Software: Microsoft Office. | | Additional Information: | | On-call availability and long work hours (including evenings, weekends, and holidays) during real-world emergencies are required. Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and walking or standing to a significant degree.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Office and field environment
Extreme Temperature - Seasonally
Wetness and Humidity - Seasonally
Respiratory Hazards - Seasonally
Noise and Vibrations - Seasonally
Physical Hazards - Seasonally
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Rarely
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Rarely
This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
Please visit https://coloradosprings.gov/jobs and click on 'Apply for a City Career' > 'City Career Postings – Apply Now' button to complete an online application. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a NEOGOV/governmentjobs.com user ID and password).
Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources (HR) in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
Our NEOGOV application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
To view the City's job classifications and descriptions, go to https://www.coloradosprings.gov/human-resources/page/job-classifications-descriptions
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If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States. ****************************************************
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