Agenda - Council Work Session - 01/23/2012 - Stretegic Planning

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POSITION TITLE: DEPARTMENT: POSITION TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: FLSA STATUS: SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: CITY OF RAMSEY POSITION ANALYSIS Director of Public Works Public Works City Administrator Exempt PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: The Public Works Director has overall responsibility for the conduct and performance of all personnel in the Public Works epartment; the development, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures; coordination of activities and resources in constructing, inspecting, and maintaining public infrastructure consistent with Council policy and with Federal and State regulations; and short and long term planning to ensure that the level of service provided meets the expectations of the City Council, City staff and community. A. Supervise and direct Public Works department staff in a manner that promotes team building. B. Develop and maintain a capital improvements program. C. Develop and recommend a Public Works budget program. D. Coordinate activities and resources of the Building Maintenance, Parks, Streets and Utilities divisions to maximize effectiveness of the Public Works Department. E. Develop and implement, in conjunction with other departments and outside agencies, an action plan for dealing with natural disasters. F. Provide community service /public relations activities. G. Perform other duties as assigned (within the ability and resources of the Public Works Director) at the verbal or written direction of the City Administrator. DAILY TASKS RELATED TO SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Supervise and direct public works department staff in a manner that promotes team building. 1. Assist initiate recruitment and selection activities. 2. Delegate work and schedule employees. 3. Assess employee performance. 4. Arrange training for the department.