Department: City Manager’s Office
Pay Grade: 121
Pay Range: $88,225.27 - $135,206
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: City Manager
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant City Manager for Infrastructure and Community Services is a senior executive leader responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and delivery of critical infrastructure and public services. This role ensures the effective management of public works, utilities, transportation, environmental services, and capital improvement projects, while also supporting economic development, planning, and zoning initiatives that align with the city’s strategic vision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Provide strategic leadership to departments including Utilities, Transportation, Engineering & Environmental Services, Planning & Zoning, Economic Development and Facilities Management.
· Oversee the planning, funding, and execution of capital improvement projects, ensuring alignment with long-term infrastructure goals.
· Collaborate with the Economic Development and Planning departments to support land use planning, zoning, and development review processes.
· Lead cross-departmental initiatives to promote sustainable growth, infrastructure resilience, and smart city innovations.
· Develop and manage multi-year capital improvement plans and budgets.
· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to infrastructure and public services.
· Serve as a liaison to developers, business leaders, and community stakeholders to facilitate infrastructure support for economic development.
· Represent the City Manager in public meetings, intergovernmental collaborations, and regional planning efforts.
KEY CHALLENGES
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Demonstrated Experience In:
· Capital project planning and delivery, including budgeting, procurement, and construction oversight. Experience with SPLOST a plus.
· Economic development, including infrastructure support for commercial and industrial growth.
· Planning and zoning, including familiarity with comprehensive plans, land use regulations, and development review processes.
· Transportation Planning, including evaluating effectiveness of transportation infrastructure and identifying and addressing transportation challenges, developing innovative solutions.
· Facilities Management, including understanding HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other systems essential for facility upkeep and managing facility-related projects, from minor repairs to large-scale renovations.
· Strong knowledge of public sector budgeting, infrastructure finance, and regulatory compliance.
· Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects.
· Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional certifications such as AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners), PE (Professional Engineer), or ICMA-CM (Certified Manager).
Experience with federal and state infrastructure funding programs (e.g., DOT, EPA, HUD).
Familiarity with GIS, asset management systems, and smart city technologies.
Bilingual abilities are a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is sedentary work. The employee is occasionally required to exert a light amount of force light physical effort that includes some lifting up to 20 lbs. carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight. Work is typically performed with the employee sitting at a desk with intermittent periods of standing or walking. This position occasionally requires time out in the field, which may require balancing, climbing, or stooping.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is typically performed in an office environment with regular site visits to infrastructure projects and public facilities.
May require evening or weekend work to attend public meetings or respond to emergencies.
Performance Indicators
1.Infrastructure & Capital Projects
•% of capital projects completed on time and within budget
•Average time to complete infrastructure repairs
•Infrastructure condition index (e.g., pavement condition rating)
2.Public Services Delivery
•Response time for service requests (e.g., pothole repair, water line breaks)
•Customer satisfaction ratings for public services
•Number of service disruptions per year (e.g., water, sewer, waste)
3.Economic Development & Planning
•Number of development permits processed
•Average time to approve zoning or planning applications
•Infrastructure investment supporting new development (in $)
4.Transportation & Mobility
•Traffic congestion levels or average commute times
•Miles of bike lanes or sidewalks added
•Public transit ridership trends
5.Financial & Operational Efficiency
•Cost per mile of road maintenance
•Utility rate stability and cost recovery
•Grant funding secured for infrastructure projects
6.Sustainability & Resilience
•% of infrastructure projects incorporating green or resilient design
•Reduction in stormwater runoff or energy use in public facilities
•Compliance with environmental regulations
7.Equity & Community Engagement
•% of infrastructure investment in underserved neighborhoods
•Number of public engagement sessions held
•Community satisfaction with infrastructure planning
The City of Powder Springs has the right to revise this position description at any time, and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
The City of Powder Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants must complete a City of Powder Springs employment application. Applications may be downloaded and printed from the website at www.cityofpowdersprings.org.
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