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Job Summary:

The Director of Public Works/City Engineer performs professional engineering work on behalf of the City in addition to planning and directing operations of the Public Works Department.  This position reports directly to the Mayor. 

Salary Range:  Grade 31      (FLSA Exempt)

• Directs all Public Works operations to include but not limited to: Engineering, GIS, Street Maintenance, Fleet Maintenance, Environmental Services, and Facility Maintenance.
• Manages, supervises, and assists subordinate staff in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, drainage structures, facilities and other public works. 
• Provides effective direction and assistance with engineering functions including infrastructure and utilities engineering, transportation engineering, construction management, and development review. 
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of engineering designs, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of capital improvement projects.
• Provides professional and technical engineering advice to all City departments.
• Develops, recommends, and directs immediate and long-range plans, specifications, and cost estimates for public infrastructure projects; manages contract engineering and construction projects. 
• Performs research functions; compiles/analyzes data; gathers and maintains information, maps, and statistics for use in planning departmental and City projects and activities; prepares/distributes related reports. 
• Reviews development plans, including commercial and subdivision projects, to ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards and provides technical input; reviews/interprets maps, plats, site plans, blueprints, and architectural drawings. 
• Communicates and explains relevant city policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Performs site visits and field inspections as necessary to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Coordinates with federal, state, and local agencies including ALDOT, ADEM, and utility providers to ensure regulatory compliance and project alignment.
• Determines priorities and work sequences necessary to achieve objectives and assigns personnel in accordance with priority and need.   
• Coordinates Public Works operations during natural disasters, severe weather events, and other emergencies.
• Meets with citizens in response to inquiries and investigates complaints about public infrastructure. 
• Prepares, administers, and monitors annual operating and capital budgets for all assigned departments. 
• Implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of quality public works services.
• Conducts performance reviews for assigned personnel. Corrects job performance and/or provides disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Trains and instructs personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices applicable to municipal public works, including planning and development, design and construction, and operation and maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and recommendations relating to a variety of public works projects. 
• Extensive knowledge of City Codes, ordinances, resolutions, laws, recent developments, current literature, and sources of information in municipal public works. 
• Extensive knowledge of environmental regulations. 
• Considerable management knowledge including leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution. 
• Knowledge of budget preparation and expenditure control. 
• Knowledge of bid and contract preparation and administration. 
• Knowledge of surveying methods and instruments. 
• Knowledge of drafting and CAD systems. 
• Knowledge of asset management systems and GIS applications in municipal operations.
• Knowledge of safety principles, practices, and procedures. 
• Math skills to perform complex engineering calculations, estimate costs, analyze data, etc.
• Technical writing skills to prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, etc. 
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to accomplish the goals of the department and City. 
• Ability to direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical personnel. 
• Ability to professionally administer complex and politically sensitive engineering programs. 
• Ability to prepare and present clear, concise, and competent reports, both orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with agencies, contractors, consultants, elected officials, employees, and the public. 
• Computer proficient with standard office software; willing to learn and implement new software as necessary. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Licensure in the State of Alabama or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience in the practice of civil engineering, including experience in planning and directing civil engineering projects.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional-level management experience. 
• Experience in municipal or public sector engineering preferred.
• Must have a valid Alabama driver’s license with a driving record suitable for insurability. 
• Must be willing to travel overnight to attend continuing education courses and workshops. 
• Willing to work non-standard hours to attend meetings or in the event of emergencies as required. 
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position (walking on uneven terrain, occasional lifting, stooping; work may be performed in both office and field environments, including exposure to extreme heat or cold and weather conditions).

The City of Alabaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Alabama Drug-Free Workplace.

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Job Summary:

The City of Alabaster, continually recognized as one of the safest cities in Alabama, the largest city in Shelby County and home to one of the state’s elite school systems is seeking a highly qualified Water Operations Manager to assist in planning, directing, and monitoring the daily operations of the City’s water production and distribution system. This position plays a key leadership role in ensuring reliable service delivery, regulatory compliance, and efficient system performance. Strong preference to professional engineer certification.

Salary Range:  $102,256 - $141,526

• Oversee day-to-day operations of water production and distribution activities, including wells, treatment plants, pumps, tanks, water mains, hydrants, meters, and SCADA systems.
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage a staff of approximately 30 employees, with a focus on training, professional development, morale, and workplace culture.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities across the system to support safe and uninterrupted operations.
• Manage an annual operations budget of approximately $12 million and a capital improvement budget of $6–8 million.
• Utilize asset management tools, GIS, CMMS, inventory management systems, and software integrations to optimize operational efficiency.
• Assist in interpreting and enforcing all City of Alabaster water policies and ordinances.
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water system operations and maintenance or similar experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of EPA and Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) regulations.
• Grade II–IV Water Certification from ADEM preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Ability to obtain at least a Grade II water certification within two (2) years of hire.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Valid driver’s license required.

The City of Alabaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Alabama Drug-Free Workplace.

Website: https://www.cityofalabaster.com/619/Active-Job-Openings