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Senior Division Manager

Salary

$4,147.36 - $5,267.65 Biweekly

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37077

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

09/15/2025

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POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: All Persons Interested

SECTION: Director's Office

REPORTING LOCATION: 611 Walker St.

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Mon. – Fri., 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. *

*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of the Director of the Office of Emergency Management the Senior Division Manager will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

+ Ensures Houston Public Works (HPW) physical infrastructure supports optimal business operations. This role involves developing and executing maintenance programs, managing a team, overseeing vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of building systems, and excellent communication abilities

+ Oversee the upkeep, safety, and functionality of Houston Public Works buildings, grounds, and facility equipment.

+ Develop and implement both long-term strategic planning and the day-to-day operations of the maintenance

+ Oversight of HPW facility Life Safety Equipment (AED’s, STB kits, sharps containers)

+ Manage HPW facility contracts and contractors (examples: facility maintenance, custodial, security, trash/recycle, etc.)

+ Liaison with Security and Safety staff and departments

+ Supervision and coordination of investigations into life safety complaints and building maintenance challenges for HPW buildings

+ Provide onsite maintenance support during large significant citywide events and activations (hurricanes, floods, special events, etc.)

+ Supervise, monitor training, and create performance plans for direct reports

+ Other duties as assigned

CORE VALUES

In alignment with the Houston Public Works Values we adhere to the following core values:

Respect - we listen and care

+ Lead a team of diverse skill sets with a focus on team building communication and alignment of goals to achieve organizational efficiencies.

+ Meet with team members and stakeholders to understand issues and explain the scope of work, policies, programs, objectives, and/or initiatives.

Ownership- we find solutions, instead of excuses

+ Lead the team by providing general oversight and strategic planning initiatives to improve efficiencies, reporting, quality, and regulatory compliance.

+ Assess current practices and management processes to implement an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, and procedures.

+ Oversee emergency management for the team including ensuring staff is properly trained, and standard operating procedures are updated, distributed, and followed.

Communication - we are reliable and clear

+ Monitor operational effectiveness through reports on status, adequate resources, feedback, and analytics.

+ Establish and coordinate a variety of special projects to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental operations, processes, and procedures.

+ Work to ensure the department director's expectations are met and exceeded.

Integrity - we are truthful and keep our word

+ Foster a team culture that promotes ethical practices, customer focus, and service and encourages individual integrity.

Teamwork - we work together

+ Develop an annual operating plan that supports the long-term strategy.

+ Oversee long-range planning for improvement projects, maintenance projects, technology, and service initiatives.

+ Motivate and lead a high-performance management team

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

This is a Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier I Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a field closely related to activities of the division.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Eight (8) years of progressive professional experience closely related to the activities of the division are required, with at least three (3) of the years in a supervisory capacity.

Substitution: A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the activities of the division may be substituted for two (2) years of non-supervisory experience.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be given to candidates with the following:

+ Exceptional ability and propensity to regularly communicate pertinent information efficiently and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

+ Experience with project management, involving project planning, scoping, budgeting, and scheduling.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 30

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6737. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

What is your highest level of education?

+ Less than a High School Diploma

+ High School Diploma/ GED

+ Associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, or a closely related field

+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a closely related field

+ Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or a closely related field

02

How many years of progressive professional experience are closely related to the activities of this area?

+ I have no experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

+ Less than 6 years of experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

+ 6 but less than 8 years experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

+ 8 but less than 10 years experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

+ 10 but less than 12 years experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

+ 12 years or more of experience that directly relates to the duties of this position.

03

Which best describes your years of experience in a managerial/supervisory capacity?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 years or more years of experience

+ I have no experience

04

I have experience and/or knowledge in the following areas. (Please check all that apply).

+ No experience

+ Budget

+ Purchasing

+ Facility Maintenance

+ Event Coordination

+ Employee Supervision

05

Are you willing to work during emergency situations?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Do you have experience with project management, involving project planning, scoping, budgeting, and scheduling?

+ Yes

+ No

07

How many years of experience do you have managing multimillion dollar facility maintenance programs and portfolios?

+ 1 - 3 years of experience

+ 4 - 6 years of experience

+ 7 - 10 years of experience

+ 11+ years of experience

08

How many years of experience do you have managing complex maintenance projects including critical pathways, phasing, risk management, supply chain, etc.

+ 1 - 3 years of experience

+ 4 - 6 years of experience

+ 7 - 10 years of experience

+ 11+ years of experience

09

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

10

How many years of experience do you have managing complex building portfolios with 200+ facilities ranging from 500,000 sq ft to 5,000 sq ft?

+ 1-3 years of experience

+ 4-6 years

+ 7-10 years

+ 11+ years

11

How many years of experience do you have managing multimillion dollar maintenance contracts?

+ 1-3 years of experience

+ 4-6 years

+ 7-10 years

+ 11+ years

12

How many years of experience do you have managing complex building maintenance and capital improvement projects, including managing scopes, schedules/critical pathways, cost/budgets, quality, stakeholder engagement, etc.?

+ 1-3 years of experience

+ 4-6 years

+ 7-10 years

+ 11+ years

13

How many years of experience do you have managing top-priority facilities (Healthcare, Water, Wastewater, Aviation, etc..) that are fundamental to public health, safety, and national security?

+ 1-3 years of experience

+ 4-6 years

+ 7-10 years

+ 11+ years

14

How many years of experience do you have managing top-priority facilities during federally declared disaster (i.e. hurricanes, floods, etc.) and large scale national significant special events?

+ 1-3 years of experience

+ 4-6 years

+ 7-10 years

+ 11+ years

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