Department of Public Works Director

Department of Public Works Director

Salary

$54.18 - $64.35 Hourly

Location

City of Flint

Job Type

Appointed

Job Number

24-00002F

Department

Office of the Mayor

Opening Date

05/26/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Appointed/Contractual

Job Level

38

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Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable pre-employment screenings and verification of eligibility to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable laws, civil service rules, and collective bargaining agreements.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the City Administrator, the Director of the Department of Public Works is responsible for performing executive-level administration, supervisory and technical work in directing the activities of a full-service public works department which includes transportation, and utilities/water services. The department employs 167 FTE & PTEs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, organizes and directs all aspects of departmental operations, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency. Develops, recommends and implements departmental policies and procedures, internal controls, and departmental goals and objectives in accordance with departmental needs, legal requirements and the citys overall strategic plan.
• Evaluate the need for and develop plans, schedules and cost estimates for long-range capital improvement programs and maintenance of public facilities.
• Represents the City and Public Works Department in meetings with public officials, other public agencies and civic groups in order to coordinate, develop and implement projects and programs.
• Maintains departmental awareness of state-of-the-art developments in management and fields of Public Works operations.
• Monitors development related to designated service areas, evaluates their impact on City operations and implements policy and procedure improvements.
• Monitors existing methods and procedures, making recommendations for increased efficiencies and cost effectiveness
• Ensure that utility systems and facilities meet State and EPA requirements.
• Resolves citizen complaints regarding delivery of departmental services.
• Supervises personnel, evaluates performance and oversees training and professional development.
• Selects and procures equipment and materials as needed in accordance with capital improvement plans and approved budgets.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate records and reports as required.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
• Performs other duties as determined by the City Administrator.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Applied Science (Such as; Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or a closely related field.
• A Master's degree and/or possession of EGLE, Formerly Known As MDEQ Waterworks System Operator "F","S" license or Wastewater Operator Certification is desired.
• Five to seven (5-7) years of progressively more responsible professional experience in public works, utilities, and engineering; including three (3) years in an administrative/supervisory capacity.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Flint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Notice

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring or selection process should contact the Human Resources Department.

The City of Flint recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits will be provided based upon employment status.

Benefits offered include the following:

Retirement Program: City of Flint eligible employees participate in the MERS hybrid plan. The MERS Hybrid Plan offers you two important tools. The stability and security of a defined benefit plan, combined with the flexibility and investment choice of a defined contribution plan to help you achieve your retirement goals. At retirement, you'll receive a modest lifetime defined benefit (DB) and a separate defined contribution (DC) account you manage.

The DC plan requires an employee pretax irrevocable contribution of 1%-5% (Exempts employees contribute 5%). The employer pays the DB portion and matches the employees DC contribution. (Maximum employer match is capped at 10% for both the DB & DC. DB is always funded first). Employee contributions are 100% vested. Employer DC contributions vest at 20% per year and fully vest after 5 years. DB portion vests after 6 years and is payable at age 60. The City of Flint is a reciprocal employer under Act 88

Insurance Benefits: The City of Flint offers medical insurance (HAP and BCBS of Michigan), dental and vision to eligible employees, their spouses, and qualified dependents. Life & AD&D and short-term disability are available for free to eligible employees after six months of employment. The City of Flint offers a $100 per month opt-out payment for any employee who has other insurance coverage through a spouse or former employer and chooses not to take the City's medical insurance.

Eligible employees can also enroll in flexible spending accounts for both medical and dependents. They have immediate access to the full amount selected while paying back that amount with pre-tax payroll deductions over the following year.

City of Flint eligible employees also participate in an HCSP plan for future retiree health care costs. Employees contribute $600 pre-tax yearly ($23.08 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages) and the employer matches $1500 yearly ($57.70 each pay they work and/are paid 40 hours regular wages). This plan is available for use after termination of employment. (The employer match is vested 20% each year and 100% vested after 5 years.)

EAP: The Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is designed to help employees, their spouses or live-in partners and their dependents through the age of 26 with the many personal/work challenges that we all encounter from time to time. The Ulliance Life Advisor Employee Assistance Program is confidential, and no cost to eligible employees, spouses/partners or covered dependents.

Voluntary Plans: The City of Flint also allows eligible employees to participate in voluntary supplemental programs. Aflac, Colonial, Equitable 457 plan and Mission Square 457 plans are available to employees. The 457 plans require pre-tax deductions. The 457 plans also allow employees to borrow up to 50% of their balance with a 5-year repayment schedule.

Professional Development: Eligible employees can apply for a $500 educational reimbursement per calendar year. Curriculums must be job-related courses from an accredited educational institution while maintaining a full-time employment status.

Student Loan Forgiveness: As an employee of the City of Flint, you may be allowed to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you qualify is available from the US Department of Education.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day. ( Sworn Officers receive Easter Sunday holiday instead of New Year's Eve holiday).

PTO (Paid Time Off): PTO is provided according to union contracts and/or exempt policies to eligible employees. Earned PTO balances carry over each year and are paid out at termination for any employee with 6-month seniority.

Flex (Comp Time): Sworn Officers are allowed to bank overtime at 1.5 hours x hours worked. Flex time is used as leave time and the employee is paid out for any unused eligible hours at termination.

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Do you possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Applied Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, etc.), or a closely related field? If yes, please attach transcripts.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have five to seven (5-7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in public works, utilities, or engineering, including at least three (3) years in an administrative or supervisory capacity? If yes, please document relevant experience.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently possess a valid Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Waterworks System Operator License (Class F or S) or a Wastewater Operator Certification? If yes, please attach copy of license.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Flint

Address City of Flint

1101 S. Saginaw St

Flint, Michigan, 48502

Phone 810-766-7280

Website https://www.cityofflint.com/