Job Title

Assistant Division Director

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

County of Henrico Department of Public Works

About Us

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.

General Statement of Duties

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Assists in the administration of division activities within a large and complex department; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

Assists in the administration of activities in the Transportation Development Division of the Department of Public Works; does related work as required.

Assists in the planning, development, programming, and management of transportation and drainage capital projects for the department. Coordinates with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, and engineering design services consultants to ensure project delivery. Represents the department and the County on matters related to transportation planning and policy on various committees, regional boards and technical working groups. This position is also responsible for the delivery of transportation services for the County including coordination with service providers and agencies such as GRTC, RideFinders, VDRPT and VDOT. Under the general supervision of the Division Director, oversees the daily operation of the division, to include coordination and monitoring of the capital projects program with respect to compliance with all applicable permits, policies, regulations, as well as schedules.

Considerable knowledge of the principles, theories, practices and procedures of assigned program area; considerable knowledge of the underlying laws and policies governing one or more major program areas; considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of administrative management; effective oral and written communication skills; ability to plan projects and to prepare related documentation; ability to perform difficult computations and to make comprehensive recommendations to specific problems; ability to prepare technical and informative reports; ability to prepare and present complex information to varied audiences; ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate professional, supervisory, technical and/or support employees; ability to establish and maintain productive and harmonious working relationships with the public, employees, County agencies and elected officials; ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint and functional knowledge of GIS, transportation and engineering related software is necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor's degree in a field related to the assigned program area and three (3) years of program experience, one (1) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Information

Candidates are strongly encouraged to attach a cover letter to their application. The cover letter will be used in the screening process.

Must work overnight snow contractor management and oversight as scheduled.

Valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations Countywide is required.

Some positions may require a pre-employment physical examination and/or related medical tests administered by Henrico County Employee Health Services, the components of which are based on and appropriate to the specific sensory and/or physical demands of the positions. Some positions may require possession of discipline-specific certification(s), or attainment of such certification(s) within one (1) year from date of employment. The successful candidate may also be required to have no felony convictions, including any convictions related to weapons or violence issues, in accordance with State Code.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

How To Apply

Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 3, 2023.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through www.henricojobs.com or register (new applicants) or login (returning applicants) to this site from the home page.

Minimum Salary

70585

Maximum Salary

129846

Currency

USD

Main Organization

General Government General Government

Employment Status

Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home