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 of 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) This position also oversees administrative staff to carry out work. 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 with 285 signalized intersections requiring 24-hour response 3 parking garages 25 municipal lots 4900 parking spaces 1500 on-street parking spaces Approximately 450 units in the Fleet area The approximate Capital Budget responsibility is $15-$30 Million, and the Operating Budget is approximately $40 Million (gross), involving 250 staff. This position will be required to attend all City Council and Committee meetings and must be capable of making City Council presentations and reports. Building relationships with City Councilors and the Mayor to solve problems is essential. A focus on customer service programs and delivering these programs to meet the expectations of City Council and the residents of Windsor is required. The position may require assisting others in the Corporation as a team player. Familiarity with all Provincial and Federal regulations is necessary. Travel to off-site locations may be required. Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program will also be performed, along with other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a Master’s Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency with over six (6) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment; OR a University Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency with over ten (10) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment. Additional qualifications include: Must be a licensed member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario Ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely manner If traveling by vehicle, a current, valid Driver’s License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act along with a driver's abstract as a condition of employment Experience in Human Resources Management, Financial/Budget Management Ability to work in a unionized environment, including experience with union contracts Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as negotiation skills Strong administrative and interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with City Council, Provincial and Federal representatives, and all outside Boards and Commissions Ability to establish effective relationships with all staff levels, elected officials, unions, and the general public Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations and associated work hazards Completion and currency of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program required Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a similar supervisory program is considered an asset Physical demands analysis 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 any accommodation(s) required to ensure equal participation. Powered by JazzHR #J-18808-Ljbffr