Executive Director of Operations/Deputy City Engineer

at  City of Windsor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a Master’s Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and over six (6) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment.
• OR Must have a University Degree in Science or Engineering, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency and over ten (10) years of experience in a managerial capacity in an Operations environment.
• Must be a licensed member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• Must have the ability to travel to off-site locations in a timely and expedient manner as required. If method of travel is by vehicle, a current, valid and lawful Driver’s License is required in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment.
• Must have experience in Human Resources Management, Financial/Budget Management and working in a unionized environment which includes experience working with union contracts.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as negotiation skills.
• Must possess excellent administrative and people skills to maintain effective relationships with City Council, Provincial and Federal administrative representatives, as well as all outside Boards and Commissions.
• Must have the ability to communicate and establish effective relationships with all staff levels and elected officials, unions, and the general public.
• Should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations and knowledgeable to the hazards associated with the work.
• Will be required to complete and remain current as per the requirements of the Corporation’s Management Certificate Program.
• Progression through the Art of Supervision Program Certificate or a supervisory program of a similar nature is considered an asset.
• The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a sedentary level of work.

Reporting to the Commissioner, Infrastructure Services, this position will provide strong leadership and deliver effective service of the Public Works operational areas, both in Service Delivery and in controlling of the budgets.