Description

Position Summary:  Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Services, coordinates the planning and direction of the staff and operations associated with a broad range of public service functions through subordinate supervisors including streets and sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, water distribution, downtown and other city parking lots and meters, traffic signals and markings, parks and boulevards, forestry, building and facility maintenance including a marina and municipal pool, residential and commercial refuse collection.

 Reports to:  Director of Public Services

 Supervises:  Department personnel

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

An employee in this position is required to perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.  These examples are not an exhaustive list of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform.  

 1.                  Staff Management:  Assists in the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of staff, through subordinate supervisors.  Assists in developing and implementing effective strategies to recruit, motivate and retain qualified personnel.  Assists Supervisor’s with the scheduling of staff, including year-round on-call schedules, makes assignments and monitors performance.  Manages staff to properly motivate, maximize productivity, efficiency and effectiveness and promote a constructive work environment that supports top-quality customer service.  Enforces departmental and city policies and ensures accountability of staff.  Refers problem issues to immediate supervisors. 

 2.                  Safety Training:  Assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety training, awareness and education program.  Enforces safety policies and practices.  

 3.                  Policy Development: Assists in the development of written policy related to all operations of the Public Services Department including the Fall Leaf Program, Snow Plowing Activities and other policies as needed.

 4.                  Project Planning:  Assists Supervisors thru regular staff meetings and individual consultation in coordinating, planning and scheduling work, assigning staff, and ensures proper materials, equipment and supplies are available to complete assigned work.  Reviews weekly, monthly and annual functions to ensure work is schedule and completed accordingly.  Rents equipment, purchases supplies and obtains materials according to established purchasing procedures.

 5.                  Department Oversight & Administration:  Assists in the planning, organizing and directing of a broad range of public services functions, including administering infrastructure projects.  Researches and makes recommendations on the needs and trends within the community related to public services.  Works with the public, consultants and vendors to resolve issues. Assists in oversight of projects and assignments such as bid specifications and approval of all payroll, staff time, project costs, unit costs and related information.  Works closely with the City Manager, Director and other Department Heads to further City objectives.

 6.                  Refuse Collection:  Assists in planning, directing and overseeing the staff and operations, directly and through subordinate supervisors. Assists subordinate supervisors in coordinating the day-to-day operations and supervises staff assigned to weekly residential and commercial refuse collection routes and any contractors.  Organizes special pick-ups and bulk pick-ups.  Handles related questions and complaints.  

 7.                  Chipping & Compost Program:  Assists in planning, directing and overseeing the staff and operations, directly and through subordinate supervisors to coordinates chipping and composting operations and any contractors.  Handles related questions and complaints.  

 8.                  Plowing & Salting:  Assists in planning, directing and overseeing the staff and operations, directly and through subordinate supervisors with plowing and salting operations.  Assist in the development of routes and supervises staff or contractors assigned to plow, sweep and/or salt city streets, parking lots and sidewalks.  Handles related questions and complaints.

 9.                  Budget & Financial Management:  Works with Director and department supervisors to prepare departmental budget requests, identifies needs for services, creates long-range capital/equipment plans and monitors expenditures to ensure conformity with the adopted budget.  Monitors monthly expenditure reports to ensure department expenditures are in alignment with adopted budget. Completes departmental purchases according to established purchasing procedures, develops specifications, administers formal bid processes, and approves departmental expenditures.  

 10.              Parking & Downtown:  Plans, directs and oversees the staff and operations, directly and through subordinate staff, related to the maintenance and operation of city parking lots, garages, and meters.  Plans, directs and oversees the staff and operations related to the maintenance and care the downtown area in coordination with Main Street Grosse Pointe. 

 11.              Parks & Forestry:  Plans, directs and oversees staff and contractor operations, directly and through subordinate supervisors, related to the maintenance of city forestry, parks, boulevards, play fields and other public areas including a waterfront park with marina, pool, bathhouse and associated facilities.  Provides oversight and quality control for all related services, including contracted services.

 12.              Meetings & Presentations:  Attends City Council meetings and others as required, including meetings scheduled outside normal business hours. Makes presentations as requested.

 13.              Special Projects:  Participates in special projects as assigned, completes related research and analysis.  Prepares recommendations and reports.

 14.              Professional Development and Expertise:  Keeps abreast of legislative and regulatory developments, new administrative techniques and current issues pertinent to department functions.  Attends conferences, workshops and seminars as appropriate.

 15.              Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements include the following:

Associate’s Degree or the equivalent training and education in a related field.  Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
 

Five or more years of experience in managing a public works operation at a supervisor and/or director level.  
 

A valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License with B endorsements with air brakes, and the ability to obtain and maintain one throughout employment.  
Knowledge of the professional principles and best practices related to public services management, including local ordinances, state construction laws and regulations related to infrastructure projects, water and sewer distribution systems, refuse collection and pump station operations.

Experience in assembling and analyzing data and information, administering budgets and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports.

Ability to attend meetings outside of normal business hours and work a schedule that includes evenings, weekends and holidays as operational/seasonal needs demand.

TO APPLY – Submit the following materials to the City Manager:

1)     City employment application, and 

https://cms8.revize.com/revize/grossepointemi/Departments/Administration/Employment%20Application%202024.pdf?t=202602040857560&t=202602040857560 

2)     Cover letter, and 

3)     Resume

EMAIL TO: jvalentine@grossepointecity.org