The City of Albany invites your interest in the position of:

Public Works Director / City Engineer

Final Filing Date: September 5, 2012
MISSION STATEMENT The City of Albany is dedicated to maintaining its small town ambience, responding to the needs of a diverse community, and providing a safe, healthy and sustainable environment.

The City of Albany

The City of Albany is a dynamic and progressive community that prides itself on its small town ambiance in an urban setting. The Citys Public Works Department reflects these qualities with close interaction with community members, responsive service, and pro-active problem solving. Albany has a high level of public participation in civic affairs and the Department is an integral participant in community decision-making processes. It is responsible for long-term infrastructure management that incorporates sustainability measures and other innovative initiatives, regulatory requirements, and cost-effectiveness. City voters have been supportive of capital financing, including a permanent street paving and drainage improvement measure.

The Department
The Albany Public Works Department consists of 10 permanent positions and approximately 5 contract positions, composed of engineering, maintenance, construction management, and regulatory staff. This mix of in-house positions and contract services meets the objective of maintaining the lowest cost delivery without sacrificing quality or community expectations. In the Engineering Division, consultant services are used for primary designs, large formal projects, and land use management. Contracts are also used for subordinate engineering services such as construction management, GIS, regulatory affairs, surveying, etc. In the Operations Division, contract services are used for a variety of field tasks including street sweeping, paving, facilities maintenance, tree trimming, fleet repair, landscaping, etc.

The Position
This new position provides the opportunity for the City to consolidate direction for public works, engineering, and transportation-related projects into one position. The new Director will be particularly involved in: o Planning the construction of a new Maintenance Center. o Implementing the recently-adopted Active Transportation Plan. o Expanding communication to and with the public. The Public Works Director/City Engineer is responsible for: Planning and managing the activities and operations of the Public Works Department, and the design, construction, and renovation of all City-owned facilities. Providing civil engineering services, and managing contract design engineers, architects, and construction managers. Overseeing infrastructure maintenance functions, including streets, bicycle and pedestrian paths, parks, open space, public buildings, sanitary sewers, and storm drains. Providing support and advice of a technical and/or policy nature on all public works matters to the Community Development Director, City Manager, City Council, and advisory bodies. Coordinating activities with other cities, utilities, and regional, state, and Federal agencies; fostering cooperative working relationships with regulators and other public/private groups. Exercising emergency management responsibilities in disaster situations.

The Ideal Candidate

The City is looking for a well-rounded leader who brings public works management experience, strong civil engineering skills, an excellent communication style, genuine interest in sustainability and alternative means of transportation and energy, adaptability, active listening skills, openness to a broad range of ideas, and creative problem solving. Minimum qualifications include experience and education equivalent to the following: At least five years of increasingly responsible public works management and engineering experience, including at least two years in municipal public works; a Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or related field (a Masters Degree is preferred); and, possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.

Examples of Duties
Develop and implement departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. Perform engineered designs; evaluate capital project plans and maintenance activities. Work with architects, engineers, and contractors concerning technical interpretations and applications of ordinances, laws, engineering codes, compliance and violation issues, etc. Prepare or amend the City Code and standards for streets, drainage, subdivisions regulations, etc. Monitor and inspect City facilities; oversee all maintenance activities, including scheduling, energy management, and security for facilities and all City properties. Select, train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel. Draft and administer the department budget. Develop the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and any related projects, and manage the timetables, processes, and budgets. Keep current on regional, state, and Federal laws and regulations affecting public works. Negotiate with developers and consultants concerning clarification and implementation of development code requirements and map conditions. Participate in the necessary educational programs to possess and maintain current Certificate of Registration as a professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Attend meetings of - and make presentations to - the City Council, commissions, community groups, and other public agencies; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence; serve as staff liaison to the Traffic & Safety Commission. Direct and coordinate the preparation of agreements, dedications, easements, vacation, and land development documents for the Planning Commission and City Council. Act as departmental liaison on various regional and local boards and commissions. Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public or City officials; investigate and take appropriate action to resolve problems affecting residents, business owners, etc. Prepare a variety of letters and formal correspondence, requests for proposals, contract bids, and grant applications for projects, equipment, and materials.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $10,422 $12,668 per month. Retirement: Employees participate in the 2.0% at 60 retirement formula through CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System). This position does not participate in Social Security. Health Insurance: Fully-paid family health insurance at the Kaiser premium level, or deferred compensation in-lieu of health insurance. Other Insurance: Fully-paid family dental insurance, an orthodontia reimbursement plan, life insurance, and long term disability insurance. Educational Reimbursement: Up to $2,000 per year for approved classes and programs. Other Benefits: A monthly vehicle allowance, professional association dues, and an employee assistance program. Vacation: 11 22 days of vacation per year. Administrative Leave: 9 days of administrative leave per year, with a partial cash-out option. Holiday: 14 holidays per year, which includes three floating holidays. Sick Leave: 12 days of sick leave per year. Optional Participation: A Section 457 deferred compensation program, and a Section 125 flexible spending benefits plan for health care and dependent care expenses.

Application & Selection Process

For complete information, please visit our website www.albanyca.org/hr. There is an on-line application form on the website. Rsums and cover letters can be e-mailed to awalker@albanyca.org. This is the tentative recruitment schedule: September 5, 2012 September 12, 2012 September - October 2012: Deadline to submit on-line application, rsum, and cover letter Oral Board examination for highly qualified candidates Final selection process

Employment of non-safety management and confidential employees is through the Albany Municipal Services Joint Powers Authority (JPA). JPA employees provide services to the City of Albany.

E.O.E. The City of Albany is an Equal Opportunity Employer