Executive Director of Operations/Deputy City Engineer

JOB POSTING: 2024-0445 JOB POSTING PERIOD: Monday, October 7, 2024 at 8:30 AM to Friday, November 15, 2024 at 4:30 PM DEPARTMENT: Office of the Commissioner of Infrastructure Services UNION: Non-Union POSITION STATUS: Regular Full-Time # of POSITIONS: 1 RATE OF PAY: $151,290.06 to $183,893.79 Annually SHIFT WORK REQUIRED: No DUTIES: Reporting to the Commissioner, Infrastructure Services, this position will provide strong leadership and deliver effective service of the Public Works operational areas, both in Service Delivery and in controlling of the budgets. The Public Works areas under this position’s domain include: Environmental Services: collection of refuse and recycling yard waste and related areas Fleet Division Road and Sewer Operations: snow removal, road and sewer maintenance Technical Support: infrastructure asset management, work order management, performance measurement reporting, management information systems support Field Services and Contracts: sewer and road inspection, quality control and administration of maintenance contracts for roads and sewers Traffic Operations: On and Off-Street Parking, signals, signs and markings, and Parking Enforcement The City of Windsor has: Approximately 1700 km of sewers 1020 km of roads 910 km of sidewalks 46 km of shoulders 150 km of alleys 285 signalized intersections 3 parking garages 25 municipal lots 4900 parking spaces 1500 on-street parking spaces Approximately 450 units in the Fleet area Approximate Capital Budget responsibility of $15-$30 Million, Operating Budget of approximately $40 Million (gross), with 250 staff. This position will be required to attend all City Council and Committee meetings and must be capable of City Council presentations and reports and carry on relationships with City Councilors and Mayor to solve problems. A focus on customer service programs and the vision to deliver these programs to meet the expectations of City Council and the residents of Windsor is required. May be required to assist others in the Corporation as a team player. Must be able to familiarize all staff with all Provincial and Federal regulations. Will be required to travel to off-site locations. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a Master’s Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and over six (6) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment; OR Must have a University Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and over ten (10) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment; Must be a licensed member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario; Must have the ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current, valid and lawful Driver’s License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment. Must have experience in Human Resources Management, Financial/Budget Management and working in a unionized environment including experience with union contracts; Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as negotiation skills; Must possess excellent administrative and people skills to maintain effective relationships with City Council, Provincial and Federal administrative representatives, as well as all outside Boards and Commissions; Must have the ability to communicate and establish effective relationships with all staff levels and elected officials, unions, and the general public; Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations and be knowledgeable of hazards associated with the work; Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program; Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset; The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work. NOTES: Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged. We offer a smoke-free office environment. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. Powered by JazzHR #J-18808-Ljbffr