DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
- Description of Work
This is a department head position serving under the general direction of the Director of Public Works. This position involves planning and directing the operations of multiple departments within the City of Muskegon's Department of Public Works; including Highway/Traffic, Water/Sewer, Parks, Cemeteries, Forestry, Marina/Launch Ramps, Campground and Equipment / Sanitation.
The Deputy Director plans, develops, and implements programs and policies to carry out the mission of the Department; assures that appropriate departmental records are maintained; prepares various comprehensive reports, and coordinates all the activities of the assigned supervisors and staff; represents the City of Muskegon to other governmental entities and the general public; and serves as the Director of Public Works during the Director's absence.- Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and certifications required. Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, or related field preferred.
- With Bachelor’s Degree - A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible public works related experience involving a minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience required. Ability to obtain a Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy (MDEGLE) S-1 Certification within 1-year of employment and maintain it throughout the course of employment.
- Without Bachelor’s Degree – A minimum of twenty (20) years progressively responsible public works related experience involving a minimum of eight (8) years supervisory experience required. Candidates without a Bachelor’s Degree are also required to have an MDEGLE S-1 license and CDL Class B License at the time of application and maintain it throughout the course of employment.
- State of Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
- Physical Conditions / Work Location
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting with a controlled climate where they sit and work on a computer, communicate by telephone, email, or in person, and move around the office to travel to other locations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items of moderate to heavy weight. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to travel to various locations within the City and work outside the office at field sites, including visiting construction sites with treacherous terrain, requiring the employee to traverse uneven ground, climb up or crawl down to access the site, and may involve fumes, dust, chemicals or other hazardous materials, loud machinery and equipment, and other dangers associated with engineering projects and construction sites. An employee in this position must have the strength, stamina and physical coordination needed to gain access to the construction project sites described above to observe and inspect work in progress. The employee is occasionally exposed to adverse weather conditions, loud noises, moving mechanical parts, dust or airborne particles, and fumes. The noise level may be loud in field situations.- Additional Information
EVALUATION CONTENT
Oral Exam = 100%
The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a City appointed physician before the first day of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test. Applicants for City employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.
APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE
Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the City regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the Muskegon County Human Resources Department.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the City system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for up to one year unless exhausted or extended.
THE CITY OF MUSKEGON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERTHE CITY OF MUSKEGON HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THATRECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE
Full time employees will become eligible for medical, dental and vision benefits 30 days after hire
Health Insurance
Pre-tax premiums: single, couple, and family through Priority Health HMO/HRA.
Single: $42.06 bi-weekly
Double: $90.39 bi-weekly
Family: $112.57 bi-weekly
Wellness Requirements
The City of Muskegon pays your deductible and co-insurance if you complete the wellness requirements. Complete a "physical", 1 wellness class and 1 physical activity.
Health Insurance Opt-Out bonus
Single, couple, and family
Dental Insurance
No premiums required, available to all employees & dependents through Delta Dental
Vision Insurance
No premiums required, available to all employees & dependents through EyeMed. $10 copayment, limited to one vision exam per 12 consecutive months. Frames up to a maximum benefit of $70 per 12 consecutive months. Limited to one frame per 12 consecutive months. Lenses have a $10 copayment limited to one pair per 12 consecutive months. Contact lenses up to a maximum benefit of $90 per 12 consecutive months.
Life Insurance
At least 1 year's salary, no cost to employee
Long-Term Disability
Employee must be disabled for a minimum of three months to qualify.
Defined Contribution Plan
Mandatory pre-tax retirement plan with employer match minimum 8% match
Deferred Compensation Plan (optional 457 plan)
Optional pre-tax retirement plan
Health Care Savings Plan
Minimum 1% match
Longevity Pay Bonus
Semi-annual bonus after reaching 5 full years of full time employment
Residency Bonus
Minimum of 4% if resident lives in the City of Muskegon city limits (does not count if employee only owns property in city limits)
Tuition Reimbursement
The City reimburses up to $2,500 annually for undergraduate level courses, and $3,000 annually for graduate-level courses. See Tuition Reimbursement Program Requirements.
Fitness Club & Weight Watchers Reimbursement
The City reimburses up to $25 monthly for fitness club & Weight Watchers memberships for employees who attend at least 8 times per month for fitness, and at least 3 times per month for Weight Watchers. See Program Requirements.
Home Ownership Program
The City matches $2000 down payment of a home, an additional $2500 match for purchasing a home in certain blighted neighborhoods, and an additional $3000 match for homes in certain blighted neighborhoods that require more than $25,000 in repairs or new construction.
Legal Holiday's observed with pay
The holiday's vary depending on negotiated union contract
Vacation
Vacation accrual begins 1st day of hire. Eligibility for use begins after 6 months of service.
Sick Leave
Accrual begins on the 1st day of hire; eligibility for use begins after six months of service has been met
Sick Leave Accrual Cash Out
Employees who accumulate sick leave are eligible to "cashout" a portion of their accumulated sick leave for a percentage of cash payment or full payment into any of the retirement savings programs funded through the City of Muskegon.
Bereavement
Eligible upon hire; length of time varies depending on relationship of person who passed, and provided the employee attends the funeral.
Jury Duty
Eligible 1st day of hire
Employee Service Awards
Employees with a minimum of 5 years of service are eligible.
EAP Services
Employee Assistance Plan Services are available to employees and their families for counseling services
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
City employees may be eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)). Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Education.
Payroll Direct Deposit
Mandatory, begins on second paycheck
Muskegon County
Muskegon County, MI