ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

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　　ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

　　Salary

　　$76,598.86 - $88,274.68 Annually

　　Location

　　Houston

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　33136

　　Department

　　Houston Public Works

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/5/2024 11:59 PM Central

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　POSITION OVERVIEW

　　Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

　　Service Line: HOUSTON WATER

　　Section: Planning

　　Reporting Location: 1002 Washington Ave

　　Work days & hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.*

　　*Subject to change

　　DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　Performs technical environmental reviews Municipal Setting Designation (MSD) and Brownfield applications. The ideal candidate has a strong environmental background with experience in Phase 1 and 2 environmental site assessment and groundwater sampling. Additionally, experience is preferred with environmental justice studies, epidemiological or public health cluster analyses, and redevelopment planning.

　　The Environmental Brownfield and MSD program Manager organizes and implements the section’s activities. They are responsible for technical project management, grant management, and outreach to the public. This position will support the Environmental Brownfield and MSD Manager with other duties as assigned.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Prepares, Edits and reviews various reports and records for individual Municipal Setting Designation project applications.

　　Conducts site visits and oversees inspection activities to ensure compliance.

　　Serves as a liaison between City personnel, consultants and the public by preparing and scheduling Public Meetings and Hearings.

　　Coordinates the planning, research and evaluation of the Brownfield Redevelopment Grant.

　　Prepares Requests for Qualifications; evaluates applications; and researches and recommends the best applicant for professional services contracts.

　　Prepares work orders for issuance, evaluates work and processes payments.

　　Maintains database, GIS layer and contract records. Prepares and reviews records for legal work for compliance with Municipal Setting Designations and Brownfield Redevelopments; and

　　Tracks progress for compliance with project application deadlines. Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Oversees the inspection activities and personnel to review and evaluate contractors' compliance on various project plans and specifications.

　　Reviews preliminary plans and evaluates future plans.

　　Reviews contractor submittals.

　　Resolves problems.

　　Operates vehicle to and from various sites.

　　Attends pre-bid, project management and other meetings.

　　Prepares and reviews various reports and records.

　　Provides management of multiple contracts of various sizes.

　　Serves as liaison between City personnel and contractors, consultants or testing laboratories.

　　Reviews, approves and tracks consultant or testing laboratory estimates.

　　May develop standard protocol for environmental and geotechnical investigations.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc.

　　This is a Houston Public Works position at the Tier III Level.

　　MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

　　MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology or a closely related field.

　　MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

　　Six years of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field are required.

　　A Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience.

　　Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

　　MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

　　None

　　PREFERENCES

　　Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

　　GENERAL INFORMATION

　　SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

　　However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

　　SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

　　If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

　　SALARY INFORMATION

　　Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

　　Pay Grade 26

　　APPLICATION PROCEDURES

　　Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

　　To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832.393.6002.

　　If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6002 (TTY 7-1-1).

　　If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

　　Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, with specific instructions, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

　　Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.

　　EEO Equal Employment Opportunity

　　The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

　　The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

　　Benefits include:

　　• Medical

　　• Dental

　　• Vision

　　• Wellness

　　• Life insurance

　　• Long-term disability

　　• Retirement pension

　　• 457 deferred compensation plan

　　• Employee Assistance Program

　　• 10 days of vacation each year

　　• 10 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

　　• Flexible schedules

　　• Professional development opportunities

　　• Transportation/parking plan

　　• Section 125 pretax deductions

　　• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

　　• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

　　For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

　　01

　　Please select the scenario that best describes how you qualify for this position.

　　Less than High School diploma/GED

　　High School diploma/GED and less than 10 years of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　High School diploma/GED and 10 years or more of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Associate's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology or a closely related field and less than 8 years of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Associate's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology or a closely related field and 8 years or more of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology or a closely related field and less than 6 years of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Political Science, Psychology or a closely related field and 6 years or more of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and less than 4 years of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and 4 years or more of pertinent, progressive professional experience in personnel, administration, accounting or a closely related field

　　02

　　How many years of professional experience do you have in a supervisory or managerial capacity?

　　No experience

　　Less than 2 years

　　2 to 4 years of experience

　　4 years or more

　　03

　　Are you currently a city of Houston employee?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Please select previous administrative experience do you have. (check all that apply

　　Compile data for reports, surveys etc.

　　Compose correspondence

　　Plan and schedule meetings

　　Experience with problem solving

　　Preparing and presenting presentations

　　None of the above

　　05

　　I have experience and/or knowledge in the following areas. (Check all that apply)

　　Science or Environmental Programs

　　Brownfields or Municipal Setting Designation (MSD)

　　Leading Community Outreach Initiatives

　　None of the above

　　06

　　Please describe your experience developing and presenting presentations to the public. Please note: Stating please see application will not be accepted.

　　07

　　Please describe your experience with Brownfields, Municipal Setting Designation (MSD), or Leading Community Outreach Initiatives. Please note: Stating please see application will not be accepted.

　　08

　　Please describe your experience with developing grant proposals. Please note: Stating please see application will not be accepted.

　　09

　　Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

　　Yes

　　No

　　10

　　Have you completely and truthfully answered question #9 in the application regarding employment gaps? (failing to clarify employment gaps may result in the disqualification or delay of your application.)

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question