Position Description
What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2
Under direct supervision of the Senior Director of Public Works, develops project strategies for infrastructure related projects and operations. Support projects under construction in the field, and resolve problems between constituents, inspectors, contractors, architect, landscape architects and engineers.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Establish project objectives, policies, and procedures within Harris county specifications; Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; and assists in directing the implementation of changes
- Manage asphalt rehabilitation program; BS2N BetterStreets2Neighborhoods; evaluate roadway history, obtain and review soil testing and recommendation for construction methods
- Ensuring customer service-oriented delivery of the maintenance activities of the division in an efficient and effective manner. Assists in developing customer service feedback and continuous responsiveness to objectives. Ensures customer questions and concerns are addressed in a timely manner. Assists Director with responding to the most complex customer issues.
- Inspects work in progress for compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and standards of quality and safety; approves payments upon completion; exercises the authority to stop work on projects as needed; ensures the maintenance and repairs of County owned vehicles, heavy equipment and any other equipment assigned to the Department; ensures the maintenance of the departmental inventory.
- Collaborate with Road and Bridge Camp Superintendents to identify and categorize asphalt roadways for scheduled maintenance
- Perform professional budget activities within the departments operations and capital project budgets
- Manages all natural or man-made disasters, coordinates documentation, work schedules, coordination with all Harris County Departments. Operates as a liaison with other departments and outside agencies
- Conduct internal audits for the purpose of ensuring program operations are within and in accordance to fiscal practices of the Precinct
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected]. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field of study
Experience:
- Three (3) years' progressively responsible experience in a comparable Public Works field
- One (1) year supervisory experience
- Experience leading and/or collaborating with project and/or engineering teams
Comparable combination of education, training and/or experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis
Licensure:
- Valid Class C Texas driver's license and a good driving record
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient ability to multi-task and effectively execute a range of precinct objectives and projects
- Work in a cooperative manner to achieve goals set by the Director
- Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware and software with the ability to train others in system usage
- Ability to problem solve and multi-task
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, and other departments, as well as a diverse group of constituents
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Regualar - Full-time | Position, requiring the employee to work 40 hours per week. This may include weekends and holidays.
Hours may vary based on business needs of the department and some weekend, evening hours or holidays may be required during special events. Situations may require additional hours without prior notice. Required to work on-site during an emergency event. Required to work on-site during an emergency event.
8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX 77521
Reporting Relationships
Reports To Position: Public Works Director
Supervises Positions: Foreman
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This position operates in both outdoor and office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. Noise level in the work environment is usually average. Field trips to active construction sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; speeding traffic; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.).
- This is a sedentary role which requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Physical ability to sit, walk, lift, bend, climb ladders and stairs or stand for an extended period of time. Work in inclement weather as required.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Plan
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
- Accrual rates increase based on years of service
- Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedule (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://benefitsathctx.com/
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