Job description
Definition and Class Characteristics
The County of Nevada is seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position of
Public Works Director.
The Ideal Candidate
The Public Works Director will be an effective communicator, able to quickly earn the respect of colleagues, community members, and subordinates through a leadership style rooted in collaboration, inspiration, supportive mentorship, responsiveness, and modeled behavior of professionalism and integrity.
The successful candidate will also be a skilled change agent adept at creating a positive team environment, empowering employees to improve quality, productivity, and achieve high performance, while holding staff accountable.
The successful candidate will possess exceptional management, interpersonal, and communication skills with a hands-on and proactive approach to addressing a broad range of challenges and be a strategic and innovative thinker able to implement various programs, initiatives, and mandates that support Nevada County Leadership, Board of Supervisors, and community needs.
Strong public presentation skills are highly valued. Ability to build and maintain strong trust among diverse stakeholders is essential to this position as well as the ability to operate with a focus on transparency and timeliness. Delivery of projects, on-time and on-budget is paramount to the success of the Public Works Director.
The Public Works Director will be personally and actively involved in promoting community engagement and encouraging open dialogue in the review and evaluation of Public Works services and initiatives.
Finally, the ideal candidate will have personal traits and professional attributes that include:
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A balance of compassion and organizational agility to effectively address controversial and sensitive issues -
Dynamic and collaborative, with the ability to anticipate and capture opportunities for private and public partnerships
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Able to execute initiatives that enhance customer service beyond department boundaries and make decisions based on a holistic community perspective
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Motivated by community and employee engagement
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A leader with integrity and strong core values that are demonstrated consistently through decisions and actions
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Able to effectively coordinate, prioritize, and integrate multiple programs in a cohesive and effective manner, securing cooperation and teamwork
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Engaged and focused on transparency, visibility, and educating the community about the Public Works Department
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Perseverance when working under pressure and serves as a foundation of resolve for the team during times of stress and pressure
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Able to build teams and relationship opportunities, and actively champion and participate in staff and leadership team building activities
HOW TO APPLY
Submit Cover Letter and Resume
Craig W. Southerland
Public Service Search
(619) 393-9508
csoutherland@publicservicesearch.com
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NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific summaries and agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.
Holidays
11 paid holidays per year.
Paid Leave Program (Combination of Vacation and Sick Leave)
0-5 years:221 hrs./year;6-10 years:260 hrs./yr.;11+ years:312 hrs./yr. Maximum accrual is 500 hours, and 80 hours may be cashed out each fiscal year
Floating Holiday
16 hours max;24 hours max after 10 years of service
Paid Time Off
24 hours is given each new fiscal year.
Admin Leave
40 hours per fiscal year
Education and Training Benefit
$800 per fiscal year
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans:
County of Nevada offers CalPERS' suite of medical plan offerings. We offer Delta Dental Coverage and Vision Service Plan (VSP) vision coverage. You may elect medical insurance for yourself only or you and your eligible dependents. You may elect dental and vision insurance for yourself only or for you and your eligible dependents. Your choice regarding medical insurance enrollment is separate from your election for dental and vision insurance. Dental and vision insurance are bundled, however (this means if you elect dental insurance, you must also elect vision insurance.)
Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package (including medical, dental and vision coverage). In 2020, the amount the County contributes for employee only coverage is $568 per month;for employee + one coverage, $1,113 per month;and for family coverage, $1,484 per month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in Nevada County's plans, the County offers a $300 monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. For part-time employees working 50% or more, the County contribution will be pro-rated. As an example, a 50% employee will only receive the benefit of 50% of the county contribution rates listed above, increase out-of-pocket costs significantly.
Life Insurance
The County pays the premium for life insurance for Department Heads equal to two times base salary. Optional life insurance is also available for purchase by the employee.
Disability Insurance
The County provides a supplemental short- and long-term disability insurance benefit equal to 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage. The County also participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund for short-term disability.
Employee Assistance Program
The County-sponsored Employee Assistance provides confidential counseling, coaching, and wellness services to employees and their eligible dependents.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program and FSA (Flexible Spending Arrangement). Deposits into these plans are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation account.
Other
Longevity pay is available at 2.5% after 5 years as a Department Head. 10 years as a Department Head or other job, additional 2.5%.
Retirement
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security. The various Retirement Plans are listed below:
"Legacy Members"- 2.7% @ 55
Final Retirement Compensation based on Single Highest Year. Effective July 1, 2015, employees contribute a total of 10.585% towards the employer share of the PERS contribution. Employer pays the normal employee contribution and reports it as EPMC.
"Classic Members" to PERS- 2% @ 60
Final Retirement:Compensation based on Highest Three-Year Average. Employees contribute 7%.
"New Members" to PERS- 2.0% @ 62
Final Retirement Compensation based on Highest Three-Year Average. Employee contributes 7.75%.
CalPERS defines "new members" as:
(1) A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any other California public retirement system.
(2) A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system.
(3) A member who established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is hired by a different CalPERS employer after January 1, 2013, after a break in service of greater than six months.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010
Comments, please email:human.resources@co.nevada.ca.us
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