CITY OF SUNNYVALE
Rev/Est 9/29/92 /2-15-77 Job Code 0350 Rep Mgmt EEOC Category Off and Admin
PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR
DEFINITION The Public Works Supervisor classification is assigned to the Field Services Division of the Department of Public Works. Under general direction from the Field Services Superintendent, Public Works Supervisors manage one or more of the programs in the Field Services Division. These programs include: street maintenance, street lighting, public parking lot maintenance, water supply and distribution, sanitary sewer maintenance, and storm drain maintenance.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a management level classification in which the incumbent plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of one or more programs within the Field Services Division. This position is distinguished from the next higher level management position (Field Services Superintendent) who is responsible for the Field Services Division. The Field Services Superintendent gives general direction to the Public Works Supervisors as well as the Fleet Manager. The Public Works Supervisor is distinguished from the next lower class of Senior Public Works Leader by the level of supervisory, administrative and budget responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Oversees the operation of one or more programs in the Field Services Division. Supervises employees engaged in day-to-day operations. Monitors and implements state and federal regulations. Prepares the annual operating budget for the assigned programs. Assists in the preparation of capital improvement projects. Assesses the condition of program infrastructure and makes recommendations for improvements or changes.
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Assists in the preparation of reports to the City Council. Attends meetings with suppliers, regulatory agencies, and various county, state, and federal agencies. Serves on City-wide task forces dealing with a variety of issues. Negotiates and administers contracts with consultants, contractors, and suppliers for a variety of studies and projects. Prepares Requests for Proposals and bid specifications. Authorizes the procurement of necessary supplies, materials, and equipment. Recommends hiring, promotion, discipline and termination actions; evaluates employee performance and provides for employee development. Prepares a variety of memoranda, letters, reports and other written documents. Handles complaints and inquiries from the public. Makes oral presentations to the public, the City Council, City staff, business and professional organizations, and other groups.
OTHER FUNCTIONS Coordinates activities with other program managers within the Field Services Division, as well as with other divisions and/or departments within the City. Visits various sites in the City to observe and inspect the proper functioning of work crews and infrastructure. Attends meetings and conferences of various professional organizations. May be required to work odd and unusual hours during emergencies. Administers the safety program for the assigned programs.
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Formulates and administers training and training programs for subordinate personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Any combination of: 1. Education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma and four (4) years of related journey-level experience; plus Two (2) years experience supervising subordinate personnel at the first-line supervisory level or higher.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles and practices of assigned programs; Methods, materials, and techniques used in assigned programs and related equipment; State, federal, and other codes and regulations related to assigned programs; Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration; Safety principles and practices; and Principles of supervision.
Skill in: Planning, organizing, and assigning work;
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Directing and supervising the work of subordinates; Establishing and maintaining relationships with others; effective and cooperative working
Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing; Organizing and maintaining records; Working effectively as part of a group; Dealing tactfully and effectively with the public; Analyzing problems, evaluating alternative solutions, and making sound recommendations; and Efficiently using materials and equipment relative to the job.
Ability to: Work with, in, and around the various physical plants, equipment, and materials pertaining to the assigned programs; Travel to remote sites within the City to conduct inspections of infrastructure; Occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal 8 hour work day or more than 5 days per week, or both; Respond to emergencies at any time of the night or day; Follow instructions and procedures; and Ensure that the City's philosophy of successful customer service is understood by all subordinate employees, and carried out in all forms of communication.