Overall responsibility for the leadership and direction of Engineering. Directs and manages the City Engineer and the functions administered by the Engineering Division including the delivery of capital projects and review of public infrastructure associated with private development projects.
Directs and manages the Public Works Project Manager including the overall responsibility of long-range infrastructure systems master planning, and various other special projects.
Assists the director with leadership and management responsibility for other Public Works Department services and activities, including water and wastewater treatment, water distribution, wastewater and stormwater collections, treatment plants and utility off-site facilities maintenance, street infrastructure and sidewalk maintenance, public transit operations, bicycle and pedestrian program management and facility maintenance, municipal airport management, public buildings maintenance, and equipment and fleet maintenance.
Oversees the development and management of the City's Capital Improvement Program, city-wide masterplans, and System Development Charge methodologies and fees.
Develops and manages interagency agreements and partnerships involving Public Works. Represents Public Works before other local government, state agencies, various committees, Boards and Commissions, community groups, City Council and the public. Facilitates public meetings, responds to complaints, concerns and issues.
Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies, programs, and procedures to meet legal requirements, state and federal regulations, and City needs.
Participates in City planning and budgetary efforts. Interprets and uses financial data to make informed business decisions.
Provides information, reviews and approves departmental actions and reports. Seeks input, analyzes recommendations, and chooses a path forward to address internal and external customer expectations. Prepares reports, analysis, and other correspondence to communicate complex issues to a general audience.
Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
Represents department to various commissions, committees, community groups, Council and the public. Represents the City on regional and statewide committees and in legislative matters. Provides support to various Advisory Boards, City Council, City officials, and staff. Coordinates planning and operations with Benton County, 509J, ODOT, MPO, and OSU.
Responds to infrastructure emergency situations, participates as appropriate in City-wide emergency preparedness and response activities.
Directs, coordinates, and monitors Department projects, initiatives, and programs. Implements City, Strategic Operational Plan, Department Boards and Advisory Committees, and Department goals and objectives relating to the Public Works Department.
May act as Public Works Director in their absence.
Effectively supervises assigned staff. Responsible for the supervision and management of all assigned staff. Performs personnel duties such as selection, coaching/mentoring, training, employee/labor relations, evaluating performance, succession planning, discipline and termination. Creates and maintains an effective work environment by communicating goals and expectations for staff performance, counseling employees as appropriate, and supporting employee engagement efforts.
Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the City through own actions.
Represents the City of Corvallis by responding to the public, community members, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner. Regards everyone, internal and external, as a customer and delivers the best service possible in a respectful and patient manner.
Effectively promotes and implements division safety program. Complies with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner. Ensures supervisors provide and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with Federal, State, and City health and safety guidelines and regulations.
Operates and drives a motor vehicle and/or truck safely and legally.
Maintains effective work relationships. Coordinates activities with other supervisors, managers, and work groups within the department and with other City departments.
Complies with all Administrative Policies. Performs work in accordance with Council Policies and Municipal Code sections applicable to the position.
Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field is required.
Seven years of increasingly responsible experience in a municipal public works setting at a managerial level.
Oregon registration as a Professional Engineer or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of all phases of public works management, including utilities, engineering, capital projects and transportation areas. Familiar with Federal, State and local regulatory requirements in these areas that have regional basis implications, and ensure ongoing City compliance.
Excellent supervisory skills. Ability to hold employees and supervisors accountable for personal goals and contributions towards organizational objectives and values. Ability to develop and motivate staff and to delegate, supervise and review the work of staff.
Excellent leadership, judgment, organizational and analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, negotiation, and communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively in public to a variety of audiences.
Ability to maintain and promote effective working relationships with, and between, coworkers, the public, elected officials, and other agencies.
Strong skills with group processes and ability to facilitate groups to accomplish tasks and resolve issues.
Strong budget management and reporting skills.
Ability to understand how to apply technology and lead efforts to improve efficiency and customer service.
Ability to use a computer to perform the essential functions of the position, attend meetings for extended periods of time and to work under pressure.
Special Requirements
Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License.
The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others in the workplace.
Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion; ability to promote equity, diversity and inclusion principles with employees in day-to-day operations. Ability to successfully use equity, diversity and inclusion principles within the department and organization wide.
Demonstrable commitment to, and understanding of, sustainability and the ability to promote commitment, understanding, and use of sustainability principles by employees for day-to-day operations required. Ability to hold employees accountable for sustainability objectives.
Travel among City worksites, off-site meetings and presentations. Ability to work long and varied hours as necessary to support advisory bodies and participate on regional committees.
City of Corvallis
$119,278.68 - $160,027.56 Annually
the city of corvallis offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents.this position is exempt non-represented.exempt benefits summary
Jan 22, 2025