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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Public Works Business Manager

NEOGOV is seeking a Public Works Business Manager for the City of Panama City Beach. This role is responsible for daily strategic planning, office administration, accounting, contract management, and operational support for the Public Works Department, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness of departmental operations.

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Responsibilities

Assists the Public Works Director and Assistant Public Works Director with planning and administering capital improvement projects and annual budget preparation
Reviews and allocates invoices for payment; ensures all contractual and operational invoices follow City policy and procedure
Manages and maintains the contractual and financial obligations of the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency
Communicates departmental vision; motivates and develops employees
Monitors time sheets and makes corrections for department personnel on a bi-weekly basis
Manages and oversees the procurement process for goods, services, and departmental projects
Prepares and submits departmental requests, presentations, and resolutions to city administration and city council
Manages department contracts and/or agreements to ensure compliance with terms and conditions; maintains records of expenditures and renewals
Assists with operational workflow of the department; identifies problem areas and implements solutions related to personnel and administrative processes
Develops and implements policies and procedures to enhance department operations
Manages purchasing and ordering of supplies, tools, equipment, and materials in accordance with procurement guidelines
Conducts interviews and assists supervisory staff in the selection of qualified candidates
Prepares, monitors, and audits financial reports, including departmental budgets, revenue/expense reports, and special project reports
Directs and conducts studies, research, and prepares reports related to management policies and operational objectives
Manages the processing of accounts payable, purchasing card transactions, purchase orders, and other departmental transactions
Develops, manages, and maintains the City’s Community Redevelopment Agency’s alternative revenue generation, including the Paid Parking program
Manages and maintains department personnel files and records; ensures compliance with HR and City policies
Schedules and tracks personnel training requirements and completions. Organizes departmental training
Prepares payroll/change forms and requisitions for vacancies, promotions, or terminations; assists with workers’ compensation claims, disciplinary actions, and incident/accident reports
Manages the processing, tracking, and approval signatures of department performance valuations prior to employee administration
Provides customer service and conflict resolution for issues generated by the public, elected officials, governmental agencies, and other city departments
Manages the ordering, processing, and tracking of light and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles, including a large fleet and specialized equipment for the Stormwater, Streets, and CRA divisions. Prepares and submits purchase order packets; obtains and evaluates vendor quotes; ensures compliance with City procurement policies; and coordinates delivery, invoicing, and documentation
Reviews and interprets available State of Florida and Federal contracts, as well as cooperative purchasing agreements. Coordinates with the City’s Procurement Department to evaluate eligibility, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations. Facilitates the acquisition of goods, services, and equipment to support operational and capital needs across divisions
Acts as a Notary Public
Supervises assigned administrative staff
Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting principlesProcurement managementBudget preparationProject managementBusiness managementNotary PublicSupervisory experienceCustomer serviceInterpersonal relationsConflict resolutionOral communicationWritten communication

Required

Associate's degree in Business Management or related field
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government, business operations, accounting/finance, and/or procurement
Possession of or the ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida
Commissioned to act as a Notary Public in the State of Florida; or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment

Preferred

Possession of a Certified Administrative Professional certification
Previous lead worker or supervisory experience highly desirable
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered

Benefits

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately. The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.
RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service.
HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year.
INSURANCE: Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee.

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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