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The Prince George’s County Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Chief, Storm Drain Maintenance Operations, grade G31, in the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance.
About The Position
This is a professional management level and administrative public forward facing position whereby the incumbent serves as Chief, Storm Drain Maintenance Operations. In this capacity, the incumbent will be responsible for providing primary management and supervisory assistance to the Associate Director of the Office of Storm Drain Maintenance (OSDM) with particular focus on daily office field operations. This position is also responsible for the development of plans and programs necessary to implement special operations and provides technical expertise and direction to the Division inspectors and Chief, Crew Supervisor regarding Storm Drain construction and maintenance. The ideal candidate must be able to operate with discretion, good judgement and have knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes and procedures governing water quality, including NPDES MS4 Permitting, stormwater management and pollution prevention control techniques.
About The Agency
The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County-maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area -- all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County-maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing street lights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.
Examples of Work
Assists the Associate Director in establishing Departmental and OSDM goals and objectives, policies, procedures, and methodology ensuring alignment and compliance with County policies and administrative procedures.
Provides oversight of the day?to?day operational activities of the Storm Drain Maintenance Field Crews, and Chief Inspector of Storm Drain Maintenance ?Jet Vac program, consisting of approximately 60 employees.
Provides recommendations and assist in the preparation, review, and presentation of the operational and construction budget for OSDM. Administers and manages OSDM contract activities for various operational contracts.
Oversees all aspects of contractor performance for the Program. Recommend and implement solutions to any and all issues and matters resulting from the evaluation.
Assists to and coordinates programs with other offices and agencies.
Supervises the activities of the OSDM to attain established goals and benchmarks to meet the County’s MS4 Permit requirements and operational needs. Develops and manages plans and programs necessary to implement special operations.
Provides technical expertise and direction to the Division inspectors and Chief Crew Supervisor regarding Storm Drain construction and maintenance.
Monitors OSDM work output to ensure high levels of productivity and a quality product; initiates corrective action, when necessary, by issuing direction; and provides productivity and other status reports.
Reviews relevant legislation and codes, specifications, and public work standards.
Establishes and maintains liaison with representatives of other governmental agencies and coordinates with members of the County Council to assist in the resolution of problems of mutual concern and develop a Departmental course of action.
Provides technical and operational guidance in the areas of maintenance of public works infrastructure.
Provides oversight in planning, directing, supervising, and coordinating departmental operations and activities of Storm Drain Maintenance crews and contractors to ensure work is completed on time and in an efficient order.
Serve on Proposal Analysis Groups and other committees as required by the Associate Director.
Manages the County's compliance property management and maintenance responsibilities under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
Performs duties and tasks that may not be specifically listed but are included in the classification level typically associated with this class of work in order to meet department needs using departmental guidelines.
Participate as a essential employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Program and other emergencies or special activities as assigned.
Qualifications
Masters degree in Public or Business Administration or related field
Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental activities.
An equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience will be considered.
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Preferred Qualifications
6-9 years of extensive experience in state or local government operations and administration.
Extensive knowledge of principles and methods of public works management and administration.
Experience organizing, supervising and evaluating the work of diverse staff in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, representatives of other agencies, County officials, and the general public.
Demonstrable ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and be particularly skilled in speaking before diverse groups.
Demonstrable ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment in a variety of work situations.
Conditions of Employment :? Upon selection , the candidate must:
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
May be required t o successfully pass pre employment checks which may include reference checks, background investigation s, and drug screenings , where applicable.
Be willing to participate as an "essential" employee in the Department's Snow and Ice Control Program and other emergency operations as assigned.
Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate , or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work :? Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/ E-Verify .
INTERNAL APPLICANTS : If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice . Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Government Administration
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