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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (PUBLIC SERVICES)

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR (PUBLIC SERVICES)

Salary

$111,091.44 - $161,815.89 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Unclassified

Job Number

25-99535

Department

Public Services

Opening Date

06/30/2025

Closing Date

8/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

This employee participates in the direction, management, supervision, and coordination of the activities and operations of Fleet Management, Traffic and Road Operations, City Facilities Management, Parking Services, Solid Waste Management and Collection, Green Space Maintenance, and Emergency Responses within the Public Services Department. Employee provides direction in the purchasing and receiving of all motorized city equipment; manages the overall operation of the city's manual and automated fuel systems, City's Parts Inventory System, vehicle inspections, and equipment condition and accident reporting. Directs the management of the activities within the City of Cincinnati Winter Operations Snow and Ice Management, Pothole Repair and Stormwater inlet and maintenance. Ensures that departmental mission and goals are met; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies, and provides highly responsible and complex administrative reports to the Public Services Director. Works closely with the Office of Performance and Data Analytics to manage by data and provide the necessary metrics for open data solutions. Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a municipal public works program.

Principles and practices of program development and administration.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Principles of management, supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Principles of total quality management programs.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, especially those pertaining to the environment.

Workflow analysis and re-engineering.

Techniques and processes of program planning and evaluation.

Management information systems, computer networking, GIS systems and other computer applications, as appropriate

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.

Ability to:

Implement and maintain positive employee relations.

Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel.

Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs.

Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive public works program.

Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.

Prepare and administer large program budgets.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Interpret and apply federal, state ,and local policies, laws, and regulations.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences, from colleagues to City leaders to the news media.

Establish and maintain effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work.

Resolve conflict; maintain tact, sensitivity, and diplomacy.

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have four to six years of supervisory experience in civil engineering, solid waste management, and/or traffic and highway maintenance. Additionally, each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in engineering, public administration, finance, or related field.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License.

Must be an excellent communicator and team builder.

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions:

Indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions; may work around moving objects/vehicles; may have exposure to dust, fumes, toxic chemicals, solvents; potential for high stress in emergency situations.

Physical Conditions:

Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged periods of time; moderate and heavy lifting and carrying; pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing; general manual dexterity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.

Examples of Work Performed:

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Assumes management responsibility of assigned services and activities of the Public Services Department; provides project management and oversight on interdivisional and cross-functional project teams.

Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; conducts short- and long-range planning as assigned.

Performs cost benefit analysis and identifies cost efficiency and savings opportunities for division.

Maximizes the effectiveness of IT and telephone applications; keeps abreast of communications and social media platforms and software to provide effective customer service to internal and external City of Cincinnati customers.

Educates Emergency Response Representatives about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, team organization, and disaster operations.

Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for staff; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments; reviews analyses of activities, costs, and operations.

Assists with management and operations; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.

Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Provides leadership on computerizations and technological issues as assigned.

Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.

Performs duties of supervisor as assigned.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

01

Which best describes your level of education?

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associate Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Graduate Studies

+ Doctoral Degree

+ None of the above

02

Do you possess a bachelor's or master's degree with major coursework in engineering, public administration, finance, or related field?

+ Yes

+ No

03

How many years of supervisory experience in civil engineering, solid waste management, and/or traffic and highway maintenance do you have?

+ No experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year to less than 3 years

+ 3 years to less than 5 years

+ 5 years to less than 7 years

+ 7 years to less than 9 years

+ 9 years or more

Required Question

Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm