The beautiful tree-lined City of New Carrollton is a residential community located in suburban Prince George's County, approximately eight miles from Washington, DC. New Carrollton has a diverse population of over 12,000 residents.

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Public Works, the Assistant Director plans, organizes, and directs the City's Public Works Department, in the absence of the director. The Assistant Director provides exceptional leadership to department supervisors in all areas, including engineering, storm sewage, sanitation collection, street maintenance and landscaping which includes all city parks, recreations facilities, and right of ways. The incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to, implementing the City's policy, while assisting in the governance of all administrative and operational functions pertaining to the Public Works Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs personnel with assignments and tasks; conducts evaluations, handles discipline, and approves time requests.
• Oversees vendors and contractors; confers on various building and infrastructure projects.
• Conducts repairs and maintenance on City property to include electrical systems and minor construction.
• Reports injuries and accidents to HR; submits claims to insurance company; represents the department on the City Safety Committee.
• Attends Council Workshops and Meetings and serves as Acting Public Works Director in the absence of the Director of Public Works.
• Attends to after hour emergencies such as weather damage to buildings and tree uprooting; keeps communication open with other essential employees including County and neighboring municipalities when necessary.
• Operates snow plow during snowstorms.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Must possess at least a high school diploma or GED. A minimum (5) years of progressively responsible experience related to public works with at least (3) years of supervisory or management experience preferably in a municipal setting. Ability to comprehend the English language including the meaning, spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. (Bilingual is a plus) Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be deemed acceptable.

Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess current CDL Class A or B
• Must have MDE UST system Class A/B operator certification

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The health and safety of our employees is a top priority. As part of that commitment, The City of New Carrollton requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with the policy does allow for exceptions, but those exceptions will only be granted in circumstances related to medical conditions, disabilities, and sincerely held religious beliefs.