Salary: $100,152.00 - $223,600.00 Annually
Location : 501 West Meadow Street, Leesburg, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Public Works
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Nature of Work The purpose of the class is to supervise staff and oversee the City's water, wastewater and stormwater operations, fleet services, cleaning, maintenance of public buildings (facilities), streets, solid waste, and other special projects. The class is responsible for supervising staff, establishing long-range plans, developing policy and procedures, managing operational activities, preparing budgets, evaluating, documenting, and reporting on programs and activities to senior management and elected or appointed officials. The class researches and formulates long range goals for the organization; develops internal and external policy and position papers, provides contract administration and oversight, oversees hiring interview process and participates in selection of consultants based on qualifications
Essential Job Functions - Supervises staff including establishing staffing standards, organizing, selecting or recommending selection, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and recommending termination.
- Directs facility activities such as new construction, upgrades to existing facilities and structures, and maintenance of facilities, structures, fixtures, and equipment; inspects and evaluates all projects, programs, and activities for progress, conformance to specifications, and safety.
- Advises and consults with federal or state regulatory agencies, department heads, staff agencies, developers, civic or private groups, individuals, and others on problems, strategies, policies, and procedures related to City facilities, programs and projects.
- Develops goals, objectives, policy and procedures for City water, wastewater and stormwater utility activities and programs in consultation with regulatory agencies, elected or appointed officials, senior management, department heads, and department staff; ensures staff is fully informed and evaluates to ensure compliance and identify deficiencies.
- Monitors and researches trends, new methodology and technology, laws, rules, and City policy to develop and enhance City water, wastewater and stormwater utility processes and activities, and plan for future expansion to meet growth needs.
- Represents the City on boards or committees and at meetings concerning water, wastewater and stormwater utility related issues; makes presentations to elected or appointed officials, department heads and staff, and other public or private agencies or groups on significant water, wastewater and stormwater utility issues or programs.
- Oversees administrative matters such as developing and defending department budgets, administering expenditures, managing contracts, conducting special studies, managing correspondence and records, preparing routine or special reports, press releases and media relations, administering training, providing for staff technical or professional growth, and other administrative duties.
Minimum RequirementsRequires Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration or a closely related field.Requires three (3) years or more of project management experience.Requires a valid State of Florida driver license and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment. Project Management Professional certification preferred.Special skills or equipment certification may be required. Health Insurance: Health Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is BCBS of Florida.
Dental Insurance: Dental Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is Mutual of Omaha.
Vision Insurance: Vision Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Provider is Mutual of Omaha.
Employee Wellness Center: Free to employees, dependents, and retirees who are enrolled in the City's health insurance. The EWC provides free onsite Health Risk Assessments, doctor appointments, basic lab work, and some generic prescriptions.
Retirement: A (401A) non-contributory defined contribution pension is provided for general employees. The City contributes 5%.Certified Police employees join the Chapter 185 Plan which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. Certified Fire employees participate in a plan which exceeds the requirements of Chapter 175 and which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan.
All employees may elect to tax defer an amount allowed by the IRS to a 457 deferred compensation account
Life Insurance: $50,000.00 policy - 50% at age 70 for general employees, police and fire - 100% premium paid.
Bereavement Leave: 24 hours of leave with pay.
Holidays: 11 paid holidays.
PTO Sell Back program: Employees are eligible to sell PTO time back to the City, a maximum of 2 times per fiscal year for a total of 160 hours. Employees can only sell back as much PTO time as they have actually used in the previous 12 months. Employees covered by a CBA may sell time a maximum established by their written bargaining agreement.
Computer Purchase: The City will finance the employee's purchase of an approved computer system up to $1,000.00. Total of loan divided by 39 payroll deductions.
Fitness Programs: The City will pay 50% payment of the monthly fee for the employee and spouse for one fitness center each. Participating centers are: Not the Norm Crossfit, Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Infinity Fitness.
Safety Shoes: The City will pay up to $150.00 per year for the cost of one pair of approved safety shoes/boots for those positions requiring safety shoes/boots.
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Do you possess a State of Florida Driver's License? (Learner's Permit is not Accepted)
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What is your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma
- General Equivalency Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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What is your degree in?
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How many years of experience do you have in project management?
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