Public Works Division Manager - Office of Performance Management

Job Description:

Public Works Division Manager - Office of Performance Management

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Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general direction and working independently, this position organizes, develops, and manages core programs, projects and activities within a division of the Public Works Department.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Directs the programs, projects and activities of the division.
  
• Develops and manages division processes and procedures and ensure alignment with departmental goals.
  
• Evaluates, develops, improves, and promotes the division Business Plan.
  
• Evaluates operational efficiency and develops/implements improvement strategies.
  
• Develops and monitors division budget.
  
• Develops and implements short- and long-range goals and objectives.
  
• Manages CIP program consultant/contractor contracts.
  
• Manages CIP project delivery.
  
• Coordinates division actives with other division/departments.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Experience in managing municipal projects and programs.
  
• Skill in executing results oriented business plans and preparing budgets. Skill in developing and implementing business processes.
  
• Skill in developing and promoting program management best practices.
  
• Skill in collaborating with others to accomplish goals across organizational divisions.
  
• Skill in writing, reviewing and interpreting technical documents and making public presentations.
  
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy in all dealings and maintain confidentiality as required.
  
• Ability to motivate employees and build morale.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus eight (8) years of related experience, three (3) years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
  
• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Texas Class "C" Driver's License.
  

Preferred Qualifications :

• Managerial experience in leading and creating a core team responsible for developing, designing, coaching and implementing an enterprise-wide approach focused on embracing, reinforcing and sustaining a culture of Operational Excellence based on innovation, performance management and data-oriented analysis, data-driven decision making, and process improvement.
  
• Experience in advising, developing and managing strategic plans, goals, objectives, and performance measures align with enterprise-wide and senior executive level priorities.
  
• Experience designing, implementing and managing a robust reporting system that serves as the central repository for department and program data and business analytics.
  
• Experience in collaborating, consulting, and coaching executives, division managers and supervisors regarding strategic planning, performance management, and measurement and data analytics.
  
• Experience in developing methods for identifying and collecting program data and providing comprehensive reporting.
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Austin Transportation and Public Works Division Manager will be over the Office of Performance Management Division.

The intent of the division is to have a cumulative impact of delivering better, faster, and smarter services by helping to create and sustain a culture of Operational Excellence. It will accomplish this by establishing a comprehensive, integrated performance management program that will include strategic planning, an innovation lab focused on streamlining processes and creating innovative tools to support these processes, drive data driven decision making, and help establish and sustain an environment and foundation for continuous process improvement. Successful candidates will have a significant background, experience and track record of success of leading an enterprise-wide program that encompasses the key component areas of strategic planning, performance improvement, reporting and data analytics.

Pay Rate: $104,200 - $134,000

Location: 5202 E Ben White Blvd

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

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Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities, and more. Click here for more information on City of Austin Benefits !

Essential Employee: This position is considered an “Essential” role and is essential to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. As an employee that has been designated as “Essential” the expectation will be to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to serve the community. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

A Cover Letter and Resume are required for this position. Please be sure to upload these documents for consideration

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Please be aware the Posting End Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed . All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes: Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

PLEASE NOTE: Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology: Austin Transportation and Public Works uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-12-22