Public Works Program Manager

GLENN COUNTY IS SEEKING a professional who possesses the expertise to plan, coordinate, direct and supervise operations and personnel within the assigned divisions of the Public Works Department, to develop and implement effective programs, to perform a wide variety of complex professional duties in the provision of services.

The Public Works Program Manager leads and supports a diverse team of professional, technical, and administrative staff while overseeing a key functional area within the Public Works Department. This role plays a critical part in planning, coordinating, and delivering high-quality public services that positively impact the community. The Program Manager receives direction from the Public Works Director or designee and exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and clerical staff, ensuring work is completed efficiently, collaboratively, and in alignment with departmental goals and regulatory requirements.

• Assists in the formulation and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Coordinates division activities with those of other departments, divisions, sections and outside agencies and organizations.
• Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives for department programs; establishes schedules and methods for services; implements department policies and procedures.
• Participates in the preparation and administration of grants.
• Responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Performs general administrative work as necessary, including preparing reports and correspondence, reviewing correspondence,
  copying and filing documents, entering computer data and preparing spreadsheets, etc.
• Basic principles and practices of organization, administration and personnel management.
• Modern office practices and technology, including the use of computers for data and word processing.
• Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Education & Experience

• Four years of professional experience in assigned field, including one year in a supervisory or administrative capacity
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in appropriate field. Master’s degree desirable. Two years of additional professional experience may be
  substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.