• Administrator-Operations - DPW-Streets Admin

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    Administrator-Operations - DPW-Streets Admin

     

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    Administrator-Operations - DPW-Streets Admin

     

    Salary

     

    $89,232.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    City County Building, IN

     

    Job Type

     

    Full Time

     

    Job Number

     

    09299

     

    Department

     

    Department of Public Works Operations

     

    Opening Date

     

    08/21/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    11/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

     

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    Position Summary

    Position is responsible for complete oversight, organization, direction, and control over three street/parks district maintenance garages, as well as special events. Incumbent will be involved in the development of strategic and tactical planning, overall organization structuring, procurement and allocation of all resources, including but not limited to; personnel, vehicles, equipment, materials, and budgetary funds. Responsibilities also include hiring, assigning, developing, promoting, and termination of subordinates.

    Position Responsibilities

    Responsible for planning, organizing, leading, and controlling all resources, processes, and programs involving three street/parks district maintenance garages.

     

    Responsible for the oversight of parks maintenance planning, functions, and maintenance operations activities.

     

    Monitors the work output and complaint resolution of all subordinates.

     

    Identifies both capital and non-capital street maintenance needs and opportunities.

     

    Effectively monitors budgetary funds allocated and spent.

     

    Establishes good working relationships with the bargaining unit representatives and applicable City personnel.

     

    Assists DPW Engineering Division in identifying capital needs, develops and formulates projects; help coordinate project activities; makes recommendations with respect to future operations and capital improvement projects.

     

    Assists in the development and promotion of a safe and productive working environment for all subordinates.

     

    Acts as liaison between the Operations Division street maintenance section and other City departments, divisions, and citizens.

     

    Reviews and provides input on revenue enhancement projects and alternative funding options such as grants.

     

    Advises superiors and the public information officer of any situation that could adversely impact the image or perception of the City.

     

    Responsible for the adherence to the City of Indianapolis' Policy and Procedure Manual regarding the hiring and termination of subordinates, planning and scheduling work by setting priorities and goals, reviewing an evaluating work product and performance, monitoring progress of work upon completion of assignments, directing the training of subordinates, and providing counseling and disciplinary action.

     

    Maintains current knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and policies affecting facilities operations, process procedures, and performance.

     

    This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field and a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience. One (1) year of applicable work experience may be substituted for each year of formal education required. A working knowledge of local, state and federal rules, regulations, ordinances and other pertinent documents. Knowledge of planning, directing, supervising and reviewing the work of others engaged in street maintenance. Knowledge of computer technology sufficient to understand or adjust word documents and spreadsheets. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, especially when presenting technical analysis and recommendations. Ability to obtain and retain a valid Indiana Driver's license for continued employment.

     

    Independent Judgment

     

    A very high degree of independent judgment is required for making decisions. There will be instances where policies, procedures, rules and regulations do not exist for all situations that could be encountered. Errors in judgment will adversely affect the perception and image of the City relating to street maintenance. This could result in excessive liability, embarrassment and expense for the Department and the City. A supervisor is infrequently available to provide instruction or direction.