ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXECUTIVE LEVEL)

Full Job Description

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

JOB CLASSIFICATION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV)
DIVISION: OFFICE OF THE CITY ENGINEER
REPORTING LOCATION: 1002 WASHINGTON
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM*
*Subject to change

ABOUT HOUSTON PUBLIC WORKS
Houston Public Works (HPW) plays a vital role in ensuring a thriving and sustainable future for our city. We oversee the planning, operation, maintenance, construction management, and technical engineering of the City's public infrastructure, including our roadways, bridges, drainage systems, and parks. With a dedicated workforce of approximately 3,900 employees, we are constantly striving for excellence in delivering essential services to our community.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
At the direction of the Deputy City Engineer, the Assistant Director will lead and oversee the City’s Floodplain Management Office, which is responsible for permitting all construction activity within the City of Houston’s Special Flood Hazard Area in accordance with the provisions of the City of Houston’s floodplain ordinance and regulations set by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Assistant Director represents the City of Houston at high levels assuming responsibility for issuing floodplain development permits, inspecting projects in compliance with floodplain development requirements, reviewing drainage plans for platting, providing floodplain maps, flood insurance and relevant information to the public, implementing the City’s Community Rating System program through FEMA, maintaining the City’s Floodplain Management Plan, Program for Public Information, and Flood Insurance Assessment, as well as coordinating assistance to the community with Flood Disaster Recovery.

In addition, the Assistant Director will be responsible for the following:

• Supervising daily activities and section logistics of the floodplain management engineering, project management, inspection and administrative support teams.
• Overseeing onboarding new hires while providing mentorship and training to current staff.
• Managing administrative tasks and set performance benchmarks, development and monitoring of HEAR plans and assessments.
• Ensuring daily activities are aligned with service line and department priorities while optimizing resource efficiency.
• Responding at a high-management level to project escalations by providing technical assistance and resolving issues for internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilizing a broad knowledge base across diverse fields to facilitate project advancement, including floodplain management plans, drainage master studies, drainage/stormwater design and others as applicable.
• Managing and monitoring floodplain management budget and performance by conducting regular financial reviews to track expenses, identify variances, and implement corrective actions and adjustments as necessary.
• Ensuring budget is adjusted to reflect any staffing and/or process changes and submit annual budget forms as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier I Level.

Requirements

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Seven years of administrative experience are required, with at least three of those years in a managerial capacity.

A Master's degree may be substituted for two years of experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with at least 5 years of experience in floodplain management.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 32

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-0453).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832-393-0453). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.