JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Special Programs Manager

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE: September 1999

ORG/POS #: 2020/2844

JOB OBJECTIVE: To develop, implement and supervise special programs for the Department of Public Works.

ACCOUNTABILITY: Receives general direction from the Assistant Director of Public Works.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Develops, implements, and supervises all Public Works special programs including GIS, Adopt-A-Street, Total Quality Management, mapping and graphics, information system support, customer information and relation activities.

2. Serves as liaison between the Department of Public Works and other governmental agencies and private sector organizations concerning special programs.

3. Develops program budgets and approves all budget transactions.

4. Negotiates and administers contracts with vendors relative to special program needs.

5. Submits reports to the Assistant Director of Public Works about special programs.

6. Assigns, prioritizes, and reviews the work activities of the special programs staff.

7. Evaluates current special programs service levels, identifies strengths and weaknesses and develops plans to increase effectiveness of resources.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Acts as an official Public Works Department spokesperson regarding special programs and departmental activities.

2. Performs other related duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides general supervision to the Office Assistant III; provides general direction to the GIS Analyst - Senior, Special Programs Coordinator, and Public Works Applications Support Specialist.

JOB SPECIFICATION

SPECIAL PROGRAMS MANAGER

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs work of considerable difficulty in developing, implementing, and managing special programs for the Public Works Department.

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE: August 1999

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative)

Develops, implements, and supervises all Public Works special programs including GIS, Adopt-A-Street, Total Quality Management, mapping and graphics, information system support, customer information and relation activities.

Serves as liaison between the Department of Public Works and other governmental agencies and private sector organizations concerning special programs.

Develops program budgets and approves all budget transactions.

Negotiates and administers contracts with vendors relative to special program needs.

Submits reports to the Assistant Director of Public Works about special programs.

Assigns, prioritizes, and reviews the work activities of the special programs staff.

Evaluates current special programs service levels, identifies strengths and weaknesses and develops plans to increase effectiveness of resources.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of GIS principles and graphics.

Comprehensive knowledge of public awareness strategies.

Considerable knowledge of administrative methods and practices.

Considerable knowledge of computer system analysis and design.

Good knowledge of computer program evaluation techniques.

Good knowledge of publication principles and techniques.

Good knowledge of the budget process.

Skill in the operation of computer hardware and software.

Ability to plan, direct, and review the work activities of the Special Programs staff.

Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with other City employees, the public, news media, other governmental agencies, and private sector organizations.

Ability to negotiate and administer vendor contracts.

JOB TITLE: Special Programs Manager

JOB SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related area; at least four (4) years of managerial experience with Public Works programs; at least two (2) years of experience in Urban Planning; at least two (2) years of experience in computerized geographics; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

JOB TITLE: Special Programs Manager

JOB SPECIFICATION - CONTINUED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

YES NO

Lifting (lbs.)	15
Carrying (lbs.)	15
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

YES NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions		ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts		ü
Work in High, Precarious Places		ü
Fumes or Dust		ü
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals		ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)		ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)		ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)		ü