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Public Works Manager - Construction Management Section

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Description

Salary Range: All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval. Hawaii State Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

Public Works Manager, EM-07: $10,873.00 - $16,124.00 per month

Examples of Duties

• Plans, organizes, directs, manages and coordinates the activities of a major public works branch or district office through subordinate supervisors.
• Develops and implements guidelines, policies and procedures for the branch.
• Determines branch priorities and organizes the broader phases of work.
• Participates in conferences and meetings with key management and technical personnel to discuss and reach agreement on important proposals and issues.
• Provides consultation and advice on technical problems and issues and coordinates work efforts. Renders decisions on problem situations.
• Conducts periodic meetings with subordinate supervisors to keep them informed on current and future projects and policy and procedural matters.
• Anticipates the need for and initiates recommendations for long-range projects.
• Serves as the technical expert on committees considering important engineering/architectural matters.
• Directs program planning and evaluation activities.
• Recommends changes in organizational and functional structure and staffing to assure maximum efficiency.
• Evaluates job performance of subordinates and conducts supervisory conferences on a regular basis.
• Prepares and/or directs the preparation of technical and administrative reports and correspondence.
• Serves as resource to other branch chiefs and their staff.
• Speaks to various organizations and community groups.

Minimum Qualifications

Full Performance Knowledge and Abilities Required:

Knowledge of:
Architectural or engineering concepts relating to building, and site planning, design and construction; technological advances in public works and development in allied fields; laws, rules, regulations, codes, ordinances, policies and procedures applicable to the assigned area of responsibility; principles and practices of supervision and management; and principles and practices of safety.

Ability to:
Manage a major public works branch or district office program(s) and activities through subordinate supervisors; develop and implement guidelines, policies and procedures for the assigned program area(s); participate in high-level conferences and discussions to plan programs, policies and standards and/or to reach agreement on major issues; deal effectively with subordinates, superiors and representatives of community groups, other governmental agencies, industry and the general public; write clearly and concisely and speak effectively before groups.

Basic Education/Experience Requirements:
All applicants must meet one of the requirements specified in A, B, C, D or E below:

• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from a school of engineering in an accredited college or university.

Note: For some positions, graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in physics, mathematics or chemistry may be accepted as qualifying, provided the applicant has had at least 15 credits in engineering sciences, common to all engineering disciplines; e.g. thermodynamics, statics, electrical science, applied mechanics, engineering drawing, strength of materials, etc.

• Administrative, professional or technical experience involving the application and knowledge of the fundamental physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering including physics, chemistry, mathematics through integral calculus and engineering sciences such as statics, dynamics, strength of material, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and engineering drawing and other specialized courses to one of the branches of engineering. Such experience must be substantially equivalent to the knowledge and understanding gained by completion of a college training leading to a Bachelor's degree in engineering.

• A combination of college training in engineering and experience mentioned in B above substantially equivalent to completion of a college training leading to a Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited school or college of architecture or engineering, with a degree in architecture or architectural engineering.
• Four (4) years of successful and progressive experience in architecture which will enable the applicant to perform successfully at the professional level provided this experience demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture and an understanding of the field of architecture comparable to that which would be acquired through successful completion of a full four-year course leading to a Bachelor's degree in an accredited college or university with a major study in architecture.

Experience Requirements:
Specialized Experience: Four (4) years of either Engineering or Architectural Experience as described below:
Engineering Experience: Progressively responsible professional engineering work experience which required the knowledge and application of the basic physical and mathematical sciences and the engineering sciences to the solution of theoretical or practical engineering problems.
Architectural Experience: Professional architectural work experience in developing and preparing complete designs, drawings, specifications, estimates of buildings, structures and installations. Professional experience is comprised of the performance of the recognized architectural functions based on and requiring a thorough knowledge and application of the basic physical, mathematical and architectural sciences to the solution of theoretical or practical architectural problems.

Supervisory or Staff Advisory Experience: Two (2) years of Supervisory and/or Staff Advisory Experience of which at least one year must have been supervisory experience as described below:
Supervisory Experience: Experience supervising professional engineers or architects which included training subordinates, coordinating and assigning workloads, evaluating performance, assisting in difficult and problem areas, and maintaining high standards of work and timely accomplishment of work objectives.

Staff Advisory Experience: Professional engineering or architectural experience as technical expert in a specialized area or program function performing staff advisory, consultative and/or reviewing the work of a staff of specialists assigned to such activities as long-range planning, research and/or development of specific projects, programs, etc.

Managerial Aptitude: Applicants must also possess managerial aptitude. Managerial aptitude will be considered to have been met through successful performance of, or substantial participation in, organizing, scheduling and coordinating a group of activities in order to attain program objectives within time, resource and budgetary limitations; interest in management demonstrated by the performance of work assignments in a manner which clearly indicates awareness of problems and the ability to solve them; completion of educational or training courses in the areas of management accompanied by the application of principles, which were learned, to work assignments; management's observation and evaluation of the applicant's leadership and managerial capabilities; success in trial assignments to managerial and/or administrative tasks.

Substitutions Allowed:
Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: A Master's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of Specialized Experience.
Substitution of Supervisory and/or Staff Advisory Experience for Specialized Experience: Excess Supervisory and/or Staff Advisory Experience of the type and quality described above may be substituted for Specialized experience on a year-for-year basis.

Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Licenses Required:
Professional License Requirement: Applicants must possess a Hawaii State certificate of registration as a professional engineer or architect.
Driver's License: Applicants must possess a current, valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information:
Salary: The advertised salary is based on full-time employment and includes shortage and school year differentials, if applicable.

Requirements: Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour workweeks. Part-time experience is pro-rated.

Temporary Assignment: Claims of Temporary Assignment (TA) experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements must be verified and attached to the application using one of the options below:

• A copy of the applicant's TA History Report or equivalent system-generated report;
• A signed letter from the applicant's supervisor that includes the applicant's name, his/her TA job title, the TA start and end dates (from mm/yy to mm/yy), his/her specific TA duties performed, and either the TA hours worked per week or total TA hours worked;
• Copies of the applicant's signed SF-10 Forms.

Documents: Attach all relevant supporting documents to your application. Documents that were attached to applications submitted before November 16, 2023 do not automatically attach or transfer to applications submitted on and after December 16, 2023. All submitted documents become the property of the Hawaii State Department of Education.

Equal Opportunity: The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.

Payday: New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

12-month civil service and SSP employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits:

• Holidays: You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
• Vacation: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Employees of Bargaining Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 13 earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.