City of Banning · 1 month ago
Public Works Operations Manager
Banning, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expThe City of Banning is a growing community in Southern California, seeking a Public Works Operations Manager to oversee maintenance and service activities within the Public Works Division. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and coordinating with various departments to improve city infrastructure.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Oversees sees and manages staff engaged in maintenance, repair and service activities for the Public Right of Way/Streets Maintenance, Storm Drain/Drainage Maintenance, and Facility Maintenance (includes facilities at the airport) divisions of the Public Works Department
Responsible for communicating policies, goals, objectives, rules, assignments, and other information related to job duties to maintenance supervisors and staff
Responsible for overseeing the training, development, and tracking required certifications of staff to perform job assignments. Preparing job evaluations and tracking and advocating for staff and staffing needs to city administration
Implements safety training programs for new and existing staff; ensures compliance with safety provisions and protocols applicable to staff; provides mentoring for staff to promote professional growth, high morale, and succession planning; conducts regular safety training meetings
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with staff, management, and other city departments
Prepares and implements effective preventative maintenance plans and schedules for assets managed by the division
Prepares and implements project plans for facility and right of way improvements and coordinates with division staff, other City departments, and third-party vendors to execute improvement plans
Coordinates with and supervises Maintenance Supervisors on department goals and needs to ensure that assigned tasks are appropriately assigned and completed by maintenance staff
Coordinates with public works engineer staff on implementation of various city projects related to public right of way, paving, sidewalk, drainage systems, landscaping services, and facility improvements
Maintains beautification of city-maintained medians and facility landscaping
Assists with identifying, recommending, reviewing and assessing strategic plans
Develops, establishes, and implements best management practices and maintains standards
Investigates and answers Public Works complaints or inquiries
Performs the duties of the Streets Superintendent as identified in the City of Banning Municipal Code
Provides input regarding equipment, facilities and related needs
Monitor and control supplies and equipment; track and maintain inventory and supplies to ensure effective use of budget expenditures
Assure that the City’s asset management and work order program is implemented and accurate in order to provide the director with analysis and reports; maintains accurate records and files
Manages daily operations to promote an efficient, safe, and cost effective environment
Provides outreach and public education programs to the community
Manages and administers departmental contract operations, including procurement, invoice processing, and contract compliance
Develops formal and informal bids, scope of work, RFQ/RFP’s, directs and participates in solicitation, pre-bid meetings, evaluation, and award of RFP’s; prepares agenda reports and administrative documents
Manages various public works contracts including landscape maintenance, traffic signal maintenance, street sweeping services, janitorial services, elevator maintenance, pest control, HVAC service and maintenance, and various other contracted services
Monitors department compliance with purchasing guidelines and regulations
Coordinate with contractors in providing contract services; solicit and collect bids according to City policies for large projects or projects outside of staff capabilities
Performs annual budget preparation, analysis, and administration; analyze and report on budget status related to division tasks and programs; analyze financial data to develop plans, policies, and budgets to enhance division services; identifies and recommends resolutions for budgetary problems
Attends and participates in professional group meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions
Provide various reports to other departments as necessary
Represents the City with over governmental agencies, regulatory bodies, contractors, consultants, civic groups, and concerned citizens
As directed, attends meetings, including those scheduled after normal working hours
Provides managerial assistance to other departments or divisions
Performs other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
An Associate of Arts Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Management
Six (6) years of public works maintenance experience that includes two (2) years of management and/or supervision
Intermediate to advanced skill in Microsoft 365 applications
Intermediate to advanced skill in other proprietary software applications
Class C California drivers license, at time of employment
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Management, Construction Management, or related fields
Five (5) years of professional administrative and analytical experience in municipal government including bid process and negotiations, procurement of services
APWA (or other professional organization) certification for Public Works Supervision and/or Management
Familiarity with asset management applications and management of asset records
Benefits
City employees can participate in an employer paid CalPERS mid-tier HMO Healthcare Plan.
Participating employees also provides cafeteria benefit money to use for dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and supplemental benefits.
Employees who reside within City limits shall receive $150 per month as a discount against the cost of electric and water service during the period of such residency.
The City pays for a basic life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000.
Employees pay for short and long term disability plans with a 7-day elimination period.
City employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday per year.
After completion of probation period: Ten (10) days annual vacation, additional vacation after five (5) years up to a maximum of twenty (20) days.
Twelve (12) days of sick leave per year.
Up to five (5) working days of bereavement leave for immediate family members.
$275/mo. for possession of a Master's Degree.
$350/mo. vehicle allowance.
The City has a mandatory policy for all employees of direct deposit of payroll checks.
Company
City of Banning
The City of Banning is a municipal corporation serving approximately 32,000 residents.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase