Public Works Manager, Sr (SWS)

Job Description:

Public Works Manager, Sr (SWS)

Description

Job Grade: G-24

Salary Compensation: $62,988.03 - $83,984.04

The Department of Public Works (DPW) in the City of Atlanta is seeking candidates who are interested in building a future with our organization and community. Our team is very proactive about delivering quality service to our residents and making a positive impact in Atlanta. We do this through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence. We are committed to providing the best possible outcome for our residents while understanding future trends that will impact our city. We are currently looking for problem solvers that will play a critical role in shaping Atlanta and DPW for the future.

We are looking for a highly motivated partner that will be responsible for managing, planning, and providing strategic leadership for the Department of Public Works (DPW) sustainability initiatives. This includes the department’s deactivated landfills, solid waste programs, green building initiatives and the city’s implementation of electric vehicles (EVs) and other alternative fuel vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of all areas of environmental science and sustainability measures.
• Knowledge of Green Building requirements for construction and renovation projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and proactively identify opportunities for deeper sustainability integration.
• Ability to create a positive image to the public relative to City environmental initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills to varying groups of individuals.
• Ability to analyze and understand research and to identify relevant and valuable information.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Material Science, or related fields, and 5 years of experience in sustainability planning and/or project management.

It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.