Public Works Maintenance Section Chief

Full Job Description

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSON INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Transportation & Drainage Operations/Bridge Maintenance
Reporting Location: 2701 Dalton
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:00pm*
*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Plans, organizes, schedules, directs, and reviews various operations and personnel to ensure implementation and completion of work. Assigns work to subordinate supervisors, clerical, and technical personnel. Reviews and critiques methods and procedures regularly to maintain and improve efficient areas of operations. Evaluates individual and group performances and make or recommend improvements. Prepares bridge maintenance projects according to the guidelines. Prepares SOP's and revisions in a timely manner. Ensures documents are completed accurately and on time to meet division goals. Maintain records and reports of work schedules and accomplishments. Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with the division's expectations. Monitors ongoing projects to ensure all required work is completed in accordance with COH standards. Coordinates the work sections and works cooperatively with other divisions, outside agencies, committees and civic associations. Prepares annual operating budgets. Makes recommendations for capital facilities. Ensures personnel receive appropriate safety training and supplies, including review of SARA Title III right-to-know information. Strong ability to manage high volume service request routed through service line.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This 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. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

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

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Five years of experience closely related to the activities of the section are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving.

Qualifications

Preference shall be given to eligible candidates with experience in operating and maintaining bridges.

**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: None
However, the department may administer a 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: 22

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.

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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.