Job Description
Salary : $123,162.72 - $154,028.52 Annually
Location : Lynwood, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-19
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 07/17/2024
Closing Date: 8/19/2024 6:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: MBG
Definition This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill one (1) current full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.
IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position will be dedicated to maintaining outstanding customer service, great attitude, has a passion for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community.
FILING DEADLINE This recruitment is scheduled to close on August 19, 2024 but can close at any time with or without prior notice. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Candidates who best meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.
WORK SCHEDULE This position is a benefited, full-time, management, exempt position with working hours to be assigned at the discretion of the Public Works Department. Candidates may be required to work irregular hours, various shifts, weekends, holidays and/or on-call status.
THE POSITION Under general direction of the Public Works Director, assists in the administration and management of the department's field operations including streets and storm drain systems and facilities, landscape, building maintenance, street lights, traffic signals, electrical systems, park facilities, median islands, trees, painting and striping, weed abatement, bus shelters, and graffiti removal; manages field supervisory and administrative support personnel; assists with additional public works projects within the Public Works Department; coordinates the development and management of the Department budget with the Director of Public Works; accepts responsibility for all personnel related issues for assigned functions; and performs related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The
Public Works Operations Manager is an administrative management class responsible for administrative policies and procedures within the Public Works Department for field operations. This class may serve as acting Department Head in the Director's absence, and oversees and manages field supervisory and administrative support personnel. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Director of Public Works in that the latter is responsible for the overall management of the Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Director of Public Works. Exercises direct supervision over assigned supervisory and administrative staff and indirect supervision over other technical and field staff.
Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but are not limited to the following)
- Develops policies and procedures; recommends programs, projects, and work assignments to the Director of Public Works for the Department's field operations.
- Manages and monitors work activities through subordinate field supervisory staff for the Department's field operations divisions to ensure safe work practices, work quality, and accuracy; develops and maintains short and long-range goals and schedules for assigned areas; ensures compliance with applicable rules, policies and procedures.
- Establishes goals, objectives schedules, and methods for the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of Public Works projects; implements policies and procedures.
- Organizes and directs the supervision of the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of street, storm drain systems and facilities, landscape, building maintenance, street lights, traffic signals, electrical systems, park facilities, median islands, street trees, painting and striping, weed abatement, bus shelters and other City-owned facilities.
- Organizes projects in accordance with available personnel, equipment, and materials; assign proper personnel and equipment for desired results.
- Assesses and recommends upgrades for systems, equipment and techniques; develops field techniques to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Prepares and presents routine progress reports and other special reports as requested; evaluates and prepares reports on claims filed in relation to maintenance activities; prepares reports to assigned commissions, committees, and to the City Council.
- Administers the Department's budgets for field operations; oversees and completes the preparation, submission and implementation of all budgets for the Public Works field operations divisions.
- Prepares and/or reviews contracts, agreements, resolutions, ordinances and bid documents for field operations; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations in regards to the procedures and services provided by field operations divisions.
- Manages and coordinates human resources issues for field operations staff including Workers' Compensation, Risk Management, classification practices, Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave, grievances, and disciplinary actions; participates in the selection, training, and evaluation of personnel; assumes responsibility for motivating and evaluating assigned personnel; provides necessary training; provides guidance and operational assistance to field supervisors and administrative staff in the areas of budget, personnel management and administrative policy as needed.
- Confers with the Director of Public Works on policies and programs and represents the City in meetings and conferences relating to public works field operations matters and programs; acts as a liaison to various outside agencies and is responsible for the public relations activities for assigned functions.
- Identifies and rectifies weaknesses in internal controls; ensures compliance with established policies and procedures, requirements, laws and regulations.
- Implements and recommends improvements in the Department's financial, personnel and purchasing practices.
- Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/ local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
- Assists in the management of the operations of the Department's field operations divisions as required by the Director of Public Works.
- Remains available and subject to emergency after-hours call out or special assignments during non-business hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge of : The fundamental and accepted practices in public administration, management, financing, and municipal budgeting. Methods and practices related to street maintenance including asphalt, concrete, medians, sign replacement; tree maintenance, painting and striping, landscape maintenance and weed abatement, traffic control and construction inspection.
Legal requirements for public works contracting.
Rules and laws governing municipal labor relations and personnel issues.
Modern principles, practices and methods of administrative and organizational management.
Organizational development and public administration policies and procedures.
Research and reporting methods, techniques and procedures.
City government and inter-governmental relationships.
Basic mathematics and analysis.
Structure and organization of public sector agencies.
Principles and practices of public sector personnel administration and supervisory techniques.
Budget development and implementation.
Public relations and customer service practices.
Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Standard office procedures, practices and equipment.
Modern office practices, methods and equipment, including a computer and applicable software including word processing and spreadsheets.
Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing.
Proper English, spelling and grammar.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to : Manage, supervise and evaluate subordinates.
Analyze public works programs and suggest opportunities for improvement.
Analyze financial, budgetary, administrative, operational and organizational problems.
Provide sound policy and procedural recommendations.
Oversee and/or manage multiple divisions, specialty projects and programs.
Work effectively with management, staff, and the public.
Manage, supervise and/or lead teams.
Develop, coordinate and administer assigned work programs and grants.
Identify private, state and federal funding sources.
Serve as a liaison between various public agencies.
Develop and administer a budget.
Prepare clear and concise administrative documents and reports.
Work effectively with people of varying backgrounds, educational levels, races and cultures.
Analyze, interpret, summarize and present a variety of fiscal and administrative reports in an effective manner.
Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, financial information, and other software applications.
Perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Read, interpret and record data accurately.
Organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
Analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response.
Follow written and oral directions.
Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Requirements Experience: Three years of progressively responsible management-level administrative experience in public works, field operations or substantially similar field operations with at least two years of public sector experience with considerable emphasis in the areas of personnel management, budget development and administration.
Education : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, finance, accounting, environmental science, construction management, or a related field. A master's degree is highly desirable.
Substantially relevant experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles and good driving record.
Must be available during non-regular work hours for on-call, stand-by, and emergency calls.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
There is frequent need to sit, stand, stoop, walk, and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in both office and field settings and operate office equipment, transport materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, and to travel to various locations; must have the ability to kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other printed documents; must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; and must be able to speak to communicate in person and over the telephone.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
This job specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job. Not all incumbents may perform all duties at all times. However, incumbents must be able to perform essential duties, with or without accommodation for disability at any time while holding this position.
OTHER INFORMATION This position is represented by the Lynwood Employees' Management Group.
EMERGENCY DISASTER WORKER All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS The City of Lynwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer, special assistance with the application and examination process is available upon request, for persons with disabilities. Notify Human Resources for assistance at (310) 603-0220 ext. 221 no later than three working days prior to the closing or scheduled examination/interview date.
SELECTION PROCESS Your online application packet must include:
A completed online employment application.
A completed supplemental questionnaire.
Failure to submit a complete application packet will result in disqualification from the examination process.
Job application must be completely filled out; a resume cannot substitute for some of the information. Be sure to be detail in your education, training or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate.
It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure the application is properly submitted.
Applicants will receive communication through email. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communication by any other method.
Complete application materials will be screened in relation to the criteria described in this job announcement. No postmarks, faxes or emails will be accepted. Only those candidates deemed to be the most qualified and meeting the City's particular needs will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The recruitment process may consist of a written examination, practical examination and/or an oral interview conducted by a panel of experts. Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute nor guarantee an expressed or implied contract for employment and may be revoked or modified without notice.
Prior to the first day of work, selected candidates must pass a background (live scan fingerprinted) and physical examination, including a drug screen.
Employer will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Employer is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification of documentation.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Lynwood does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation.
THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR REVOKE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY OR ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN PRIOR TO THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT, AND TO WAIVE ANY NON-SUBSTANTIVE JOB REQUIREMENT AND MAKE SUBJECTIVE DECISIONS INTERPRETING AND ASSESSING THE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ANY CANDIDATE, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION THAT NONE OF THE CANDIDATES, EVEN THOSE WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE POSITION.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT: If you have any questions, please contact:
City of Lynwood 11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
310-603-0220 x 221
- Retirement - Effective January 1, 2013,new members to CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive 2% @ 62 benefit formula. Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the3% @ 60 benefit formula. All employees are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.
- 8% EPMC - All employees are required to pay the 8% CalPERS member contribution.
- Medical Insurance - The City pays up to $1128.40 per month towards any medical plan selected by the employee and his/her eligible dependents.
- Dental/Vision Insurance - The City will contribute up to 80% of the family premium for dental and vision insurance.
- Life Insurance - Life, AD & D covered at 100% by the City.
- Long-Term Disability - covered at 100% by the City.
- Short-Term Disability - covered at 100% by the City.
- Deferred Compensation - The City offers a choice of two deferred compensation providers.
- Vacation - Accrued at two weeks each year with increases based on years of service.
- Sick Leave- 96 hours annually.
- Management Leave - 70 hours annually
- Other Leave- 10 paid holidays and 4 days floating holiday leave.
- 4-10 Work Schedule
- Additional Benefits may include : Longevity Pay, Education Incentive Pay, Bilingual Pay, an Employee Assistance Program, opportunities for Citywide Training and a flexible schedule
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Do you have three years of management administrative experience in public works field operations?
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Do you have two years of public section experience?
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Driver's License: Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain a valid California Class C Driver's License?
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration , finance, accounting, environmental science, construction management, or a related field?
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Are you able to work during non-regular work hours for on-call, stand-by, and emergency calls?
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Describe in detail your experience in administration and management of the Public Works field operations including: streets, storm drain systems, building maintenance, street lights, traffic signals, electrical systems, park facilities, median islands, trees, painting and striping, weed abatement, bus shelters, and graffiti removal.
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Describe your experience in managing administrative personnel and field supervisory.
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Describe your experience with public works projects?
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Describe your experience in development and management of the department's budget.
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The supplemental questions were designed to elicit your experience as it relates to the current recruitment in order to identify the best qualified candidates for the position. Only the best and most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral interviews. By selecting yes below, you certify your understanding that all applicants who meet the Minimum Qualifications are not guaranteed to move forward in the process. Do you understand the above statement?
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Recruitment Communication: Please be advised that the City of Lynwood's primary means of communication regarding recruitment status is via email. Have you provided a valid email that you can access regularly? PLEASE NOTE: Make sure you check you JUNK folder for email messages that may be incorrectly flagged as SPAM. Check "Yes" if you understand. Check "No" if you do not understand.
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Acknowledgement: I understand that I cannot update my application once I have submitted it. Therefore, I have fully completed ALL sections and provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer listed in my work experience, and have fully supported ALL of my responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire with the materials found in my application. Respond "Yes" for I Understand. Respond "No" if you do not understand.
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I certify that I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, condition, or privileges of employment.
Required Question
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