DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION

$55.53 - $76.41 hourly $4,442.22 - $6,112.70 biweekly $9,624.80 - $13,244.17 monthly $115,497.62 - $158,930.10 annually The Riverside County Transportation Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy Director of Transportation. The successful candidate will assist in the planning, administration and operation of the Transportation Department. The incumbent will assign and direct, through subordinate supervisors, the work of various functional divisions; to act for the department head in absences or as directed; and to do other work as required. The successful candidate reports to the County Director of Transportation and has management responsibility for major divisions within the department (170 FTE's). This includes oversight of the capital projects, construction, environmental, development review, traffic engineering, funding program, and Desert Office Division, representing an annual operating budget of approximately $20 million and a delivery of a $1.4 billion 7-year capital program. While the broad outlines of policy are established by the County Director of Transportation, the application and adaptation of such policies to specific problems and situations are determined by the incumbents of this class. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will possess an extensive professional knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering, construction, maintenance, and public works administration and operations. The successful candidate will be a proven leader, collaborative, and bring a performance-based approach to management. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work through issues with others on a collaborative basis are key ingredients for success in this position. Click here to view the position brochure. Examples Of Duties: Assists in the planning, direction, and coordination of the Transportation Department. Directs and coordinates the work of subordinate division heads; discusses problems, reviews suggested designs, advises subordinate personnel on policy matters, and check and approves final plans, estimates, and specifications for submission to the County Director of Transportation. Directs the work of planning and design engineers on major projects; prepares detailed and comprehensive reports and studies under the direction of the County Director of Transportation. Assists in the preparation of the departmental budget. Meets with federal, State, and local agencies to insure effective cooperation on matters pertaining to county road construction and maintenance activities. Represents the department with the Board of Supervisors, the public and community groups, the development community, and other County departments at public meetings, conferences, or other scheduled events; prepares correspondence and reports. Acts as department head in absences or as assigned.Leadership Competencies:Beyond work experience, qualified candidates are expected to display the core knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to success as the Deputy Director for Transportation. Below are leadership competencies that all candidates should possess: Organizational AgilityKnowledgeable about how organizations work; knows how to get things done both through formal channels and the informal network; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the cultures of organizations. Presentation SkillsIs effective in a variety of formal presentation settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, with peers, direct reports, and bosses; is effective both inside and outside the organization, on both cool data and hot and controversial topics; commands attention and can manage group process during the presentation; can change tactics midstream when something isn't working. Written CommunicationsIs able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect. InformingProvides the information people need to know to do their jobs and to feel good about being a member of the team, unit, and/or the organization; provides individuals information so that they can make decisions; is timely with information. Integrity and TrustIs widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Ethics and ValuesAdheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches. Process ManagementGood at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can simplify complex processes; get more out of fewer resources. PlanningAccurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals; breaks down work into the process steps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems and roadblocks; measures performance against goals; evaluates results. Peer RelationshipsCan quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can represent his/her own interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with minimum noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers. Building Effective TeamsBlends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. Motivating OthersCreates a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team or project members; can assess each persons hot button and use it get the best out of him/her; pushes tasks and decisions down; empowers others; invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility; makes each individual feel his/her work is important; is someone people like working for and with.Experience: Six years of professional civil engineering experience including at least three years in a senior management level position of a major operating division of a governmental agency engaged in the construction and maintenance of public works. Education: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Urban Geography, Architecture, or closely related field. License: Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Knowledge of: The administrative, legal, and technical phases of modern highway engineering including field and geodetic surveying, planning, design, construction, solid waste disposal, operations, bridges, traffic, materials testing, safety, and other phases of a public works program; federal and State standards and requirements relating to road systems under grant-in-aid programs; the principles of organization and administration. Ability to: Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of a large professional engineering staff engaged in a wide variety of technical and administrative engineering projects; direct the preparation of specifications, reports, and budget estimations; analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. TO APPLY: Email a detailed resume for immediate consideration to Candi Judd or mail to:Riverside County Human Resources Department Attn: Candi Judd Post Office Box 1569 Riverside, CA 92502-1569Questions? Call Candi Judd at (951) 955-8881 As an extension of the recruitment process, qualified candidates will receive a supplemental questionnaire to complete and return for consideration. For additional Human Resources or Transportation Department information please visit: www.http://www.rc-hr.com OR www.http://www.tlma.co.riverside.ca.us/trans/index.html This recruitment will remain open until filled, but is subject to close at any time without notice. Read and follow special application instructions on this posting. If available, click the 'Apply' link located on this page. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, special accommodation or other employment questions, go back to our Employment page and see our Frequently Asked Questions. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). For further information regarding this posting, contact: Candi Judd at 951-955-8881 or send an email to cjudd@rc-hr.com . For more information, please visit our website at: www.rc-hr.com. EOE.