Director of Public Works

Job Summary

We are excited to build organizational capacity and add a Director of Public Works to the Town of Oxford Team. We are looking for an exceptional leader who uses their experience with asset management and maintenance programs, to mentor and support a talented team. You will provide sound advice and recommendations to the CAO and Councils regarding all Public Works matters, with a focus on continuous improvement and implementing changes. You will supply administrative, operation, procurement and project management services for all municipal programs in wastewater, stormwater, roads, sidewalks, parks, recreations facilities, buildings and environmental services. There is considerable contact with employees, public and other levels of government.

As the ideal candidate, you will be a key member of the Town's management team, thrive in a fast paced, dynamic operation and welcome challenges and opportunities. You can think and act strategically in a political and community service environment. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, you are highly motivated with exceptional communication, organizational and human resource management skills.

Duties

1) Direct and supervise repairs and maintenance of the street and sidewalk, sanitary and storm sewer and water systems of the Town, including buildings and grounds related to the above.

2) Direct and supervise repairs and maintenance to Public Parks and Recreation Facilities, and related equipment, working in coordination with the Director of Recreation and Community Development to ensure facility readiness for uses scheduled.

3) Hold and maintain a valid Operator Certificate of a minimum of Class II in Water Distribution & Water Treatment.

4) Ensure Terms and Conditions of the Town's Water Withdrawal and Distribution Approvals to Operate are met and that the water utility remains in compliance.

5) Ensure operators are certified as per NSE requirements, water supply and system are safe, water testing meets required parameters, and the water system is well documents.

6) Provide any reports required from time to time from NSE, including the Annual Report as per the Approval to Operate to NSE.

7) Ensure required operating and/or water withdrawal approvals are in place and kept current; including the preparation of filing of any new/renewal applications with NSE.

8) Hold and maintain a valid Operator Certificate of a minimum of Class I in Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment.

9) Ensure operators are certified as per NSE requirements, the wastewater facility and collection system are maintained and well documented and there is effective separation of storm water from the sanitary wastewater collection system.

10) Ensure the implementation and maintenance of safe work practices in the workplace, encouraging Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) procedures in the department. Ensure appropriate training on safety practices and OH&S procedures is supplied to employees of the Department, including these requirements in the annual budgets to be presented to the Chief Administrative Officer.

11) Update Asset Management Database

12) Prepare an annual report of Public Works activities for the year, including observations, comments and recommendations on the various facilities, infrastructure and staffing requirements for effective service provision.

13) Maintain sufficient information so as to enable the preparation of annual budgets, in order to ensure sufficient funds are provided for the operation of the various systems, related plant and equipment and staffing needs of the department.

14) Oversee all capital improvement/addition projects, ensuring proper materials, engineering techniques and resources are employed for successful completion of the project in an effective and efficient manner.

15) Oversee the valuation of data and management of the Town's asset management program.

16) Ensure all plans and records of the Town are updated, to accurately reflect any changes, additions or deletions in all system infrastructures.

17) Provide appropriate specifications for the tendering of materials and equipment for capital requirements; act as purchasing officer for operational requirements of services for which the position is responsible, all in accordance with the purchasing practices and policies of the Town.

18) Maintain accurate records of inventory systems for the department, providing timely reports on inventory used, and on hand when requested.

19) Maintain an excellent working knowledge of Nova Scotia regulations pertaining to Safety, Environmental, Transportation and Nova Scotia compliance Motor Carrier.

20) Any and all other duties and responsibilities relating to the Director's position and the services in their charge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED. Post-secondary education in engineer/public administration or related programs is preferred.
• Three to five years of related municipal or engineering consulting experience to municipalities, including: road construction and maintenance, water and sewer line construction and maintenance, fleet and facilities management.
• Qualified in Class II Water Distribution and Water Treatment, Class I Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment and good working knowledge of SCADA systems is preferred
• Qualified in Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS).
• Demonstrate good working knowledge of design, construction and installation of collection and treatment of wastewater and water systems, construction and maintenance of buildings and projects related to streets, sidewalks and other municipal infrastructure.
• Strong management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to use tact, diplomacy, and mature judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and direction.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Experienced in maximizing productivity through the delegation of work to others.
• Display a helpful demeanor and positive attitude while dealing with the public.
• Ability to act as a positive role model, ability to remove barriers and solve problems across teams and departments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,835.20-$73,250.89 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oxford, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person