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RESOLUTION NO. 211 - 07
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
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AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
WHEREAS, in accordance with the City's Personnel System Rules, the City Council adopted Resolution
No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions which comprise the Classification Plan; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to periodically add job descriptions in the Classification Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Resolution No. 30-84 and subsequent resolutions shall
be further amended to include the following revised job descriptions:
Public Works Manager (Exhibit A)
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these documents shall become a part of the official Classification
Plan for the City of Dublin; and that the changes contained herein shall be effective December 4, 2007.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 4th day of December, 2007.
AYES: Councilmembers Hildenbrand, Oravetz, Sbranti, Scholz and Mayor Lockhart
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ATTEST: ~ [ f 56
Deputy City Clerk
Date Adopted: 12-4-2007
Date Revised:
Title:
Public Works Manager (Maintenance)
FLSA:
Exempt
SALARY:
$7,621 - $9,526 per month
General Purpose:
Under direction of the Public Works Director, plans, directs, coordinates and manages assigned
activities and programs; provides highly complex and responsible managerial assistance to the
Director of Public Works. This position is responsible for maintenance of the City's roadway,
drainage, public buildings, and parks. The management, coordination and oversight of assigned
programs including the development and implementation of program policies and procedures, the
development and administration of program budgets, the negotiation and administration of
contracts, the preparation of grant proposals, and the preparation of analytical studies of
administrative and operational issues. This position functions as a member of the Public Works
Department management team in Departmental policy development, administrative planning and
addressing Departmental problems, budget development, personnel recruitment; and does related
work as required. Acts as the City's representative to internal and external community advisory
bodies involved within assigned program areas.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
The Public Works Manager is a management position responsible for managing maintenance
functions within the Public Works Department and coordinating, and monitoring of public
infrastructure maintenance contracts for streets, drainage, parks, and buildings. Incumbents in
this classification have a broad range of independence within policy and procedural limitations
and work under minimal supervision. The incumbent is accountable to the Department Director
for the effective supervision of City and contract personnel and the quality and efficiency of
services directed. While the general parameters of the job are defined, the employee is expected
to select and put into effect work procedures and practices which will lead to the effective and
efficient accomplishment of Department goals. Recommendations on the improvement of
assigned activities are expected.
This classification is distinguished from the Public Works Director who serves as the Department
Head of the entire Department responsible for all aspects of the Public Works Department.
Supervision Received/Exercised
Receives direction from the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Department Head or their
designee. Exercises supervision over assigned City and contract employees.
Exhibit A
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of
duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical
assignment to this class.
Plans and directs contract, programs or activities involving maintenance of the City's streets,
parks, buildings, and assessment districts. Plans and manages the completion of related Capital
Infrastructure projects. Provides high level staff support to Department Director; provides
analytical support for financial, operational and organizational issues; maintains financial and
administrative processes and records; monitors contracts and performs necessary measures to
assure contract performance of contractors; develops, implements, and monitors assigned
budgets.
Assumes operational authority of areas of assigned responsibility;
Monitors expenditure requests during the fiscal year for compliance with the adopted budget.
Assists the Department Head in establishing department goals each year and insures their
completion within the areas under hislher direct supervision.
Establishes general approaches to be used in carrying out projects and determines priorities;
reviews activity reports and periodically checks work in progress and upon completion to ensure
compliance with policy, standards and directions; resolves operational and personnel problems.
Investigates public complaints and requests related to functions supervised and makes
determinations on action to be taken.
Prepares recommendations on budgetary needs as related to personnel, equipment and contract
services, including related justifications; administers assigned budgets including the approval and
control of expenditures; develops long range plans and objectives; conducts a continuing review
of contracts services for purposes of detecting problem areas and increasing efficiency.
Evaluates City and contract staffing arrangements, staffing levels, work assignments and makes
necessary recommendations to Department Director; sets performance standards for contract and
City staff and evaluates performance.
Represents the City in meetings of the City Council, City Commissions/Committees and
community groups; prepares and presents oral and written reports; develops agendas and staffs
various Department committees when required.
Represents the Department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community
and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.
Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations,
State/local agencies and associations, City management, City staff and the public.
Performs other related duties as required.
Exhibit A
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowled2:e of:
Principles, practices, methods and materials for municipal maintenance programs, assessment
district management, contract management and capital infrastructure projects.
Methods and techniques of coordinating facilities maintenance.
Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, budget preparation and
administration and employee supervision.
Principles and practices of budget development, implementation and analysis.
Applicable Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations to assigned programs.
Financial forecasting, report preparation, research methods, statistical concepts and methods.
Customer service techniques.
Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of
responsibility .
Principles and practices ofleadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
Modern office procedures and computer equipment. .
Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management.
Principles and practices of supervision, training, personnel, and contract management.
Ability To:
Analyze administrative, operational and organizational problems, evaluate alternative and reach
sound conclusions.
Consult effectively with management and staff.
Administer large program budgets including the preparation of complex financial reports and
analyses.
Negotiate and administer contracts.
Conceive and effectively propose or suggest solutions to budgetary needs and problems.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Interpret appropriate rules, regulations, contracts, laws and ordinances.
Develop, implement and oversee maintenance programs for the City including street sweeping,
Building maintenance, street and street landscape maintenance and park maintenance activities.
Exhibit A
Plan, organize, assIgn, direct, reVIew and evaluate maintenance contracts, programs and
activities.
Address large and small groups of people at neighborhood meetings.
Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned staff; develop, implement and interpret policies,
procedures, goals, objectives and work standards.
Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the
work.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet
applications.
Represent the City effectively in meetings with others; and maintain accurate records and prepare
clear and concise reports, meeting agendas and correspondence.
Physical Standards:
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to
successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
An employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in
meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office
equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to, bend and
twist to reach files, walk, stand and safely lift and/or maneuver office supplies and construction
plans weighing up to 20 pounds. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to
move across rough terrain, uneven pavement, bridge scaffolding and negotiate construction sites
including, but not limited to: climbing, crawling and jumping; use written and oral
communication skills; analyze contracts and service budgets and technical reports; read and
interpret complex data, staff reports, information and documents; analyze and solve problems;
drive a motor vehicles, interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors,
vendors, employees and the public.
The employee's working hours may require attendance at evening meetings, travel out of town
and attend workshops, conferences, seminars, and meeting during work and non-work hours.
Exhibit A
Training and Experience:
Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required
knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or
university in civil engineering, environmental studies, public administration or a
related field.
Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience with
environmental/maintenance services related to public w9rks operations or with
responsibility for project/service planning, development and oversight, contract
negotiations, budget preparation and staff supervision. One year of
administrative and lead or supervisory experience desirable.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
. Possession of a valid California Class C drivers' license and Certificate of Automobile Insurance
for Personal Liability.
Exhibit A