Assistant Director of Public Works/Municipal Services

Salary : $93,742.21 - $159,361.74 AnnuallyLocation : City of Hallandale Beach, FLJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2026-038Department: Public WorksDivision: DPW - Water AdministrationOpening Date: 03/18/2026Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: ExemptWORK OBJECTIVEUnder the general directions of the Director of Public Works, this position plans, directs, manages and oversees functions, programs, and personnel associated with Public Works Municipal Services including the divisions of Cemetery, Facilities Maintenance, Fleet Services, and Sanitation. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies. Performs administrative and supervisory work in directing the overall operations of the assigned divisions in the Public Works Department for all non-utility divisions. Supervises employees and develops work schedules for day-to-day work activities to provide optimum efficiency and productivity. Performs duties with considerable independence and latitude in supervising and in being responsible for technical and administrative functions. Position requires an advanced understanding and wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in assigned function or operation. Supervises subordinates through oral and written reports based upon personal observation.The work entails managing, coaching, and developing employees. Position requires extensive expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas that can be used to develop policies and procedures as well as determining efficient and innovative ways to accomplish the organization's business strategies. Work is evaluated through conferences and review of progress reports.To view full job description, please click on the job title: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, architecture, civil engineering, construction management or closely related field. Five (5) years of government managerial experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in Public Works management or supervision will be considered. Possess at least four (4) years of experience in engineering, architectural, administrative, construction management or other public works experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience may be substituted for the above requirements.Must have National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification (level to be determined by job classification requirements) or obtain within one year of employment.Must have a valid Florida driver's license with satisfactory driving record throughout employment.In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed above, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions to perform this job successfully.Summary of Benefits for City of Hallandale Beach Employees - Management Level, Tier IIWe believe City employees to be our most valuable asset. To attract and retain the best employees, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes training, educational assistance,performance appraisal and a merit program. The following are included as part of the City's Second Tier Management Benefits Package:Health Insurance Health Reimbursement Arrangement Dental Insurance Vision Program Basic Term Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Florida Retirement System (FRS) Voluntary 401(a) Match Plan Long Term Disability Insurance Discounted Supplemental Insurances Tax Deferred 125 Plans 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Flexible Spending Account(s) Paid Vacation Days Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Educational Reimbursement Program Credit Union Direct Deposit Sick Leave Buy-Back Self Care Days Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Parental Leave 4-Day WorkweekInsurance BenefitsHealth InsuranceThe City provides employees with health insurance benefits through Aetna Health Care Plan. The City pays 100% of the premium cost for employee and 90% for dependent(s).Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)The City provides Management Level II employees with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement account to help cover the cost of the annual health insurance deductible. The monies are not taxable, are pre-funded by the City and can be used to pay any qualified in-network medical deductible or prescription copays that are incurred under the medical plan. Depending on the health insurance plan election you make, the City contributes either $2,000, $3,000 or $4,000 to your HRA account on a Fiscal Year basis. The HRA funds are not rolled over from year to year and cannot be used for dental or vision.Dental InsuranceThe City provides employees with dental insurance through Aetna Dental, of which two options (Dental DMO and Dental PPO) are offered. The City pays $5.00 per month towards dental coverage premium.Additional Insurance AllowanceSecond-Tier Management employees receive an annual allowance of $1,000 to be used toward additional health/dental premiums and/or the purchase of additional insurances as described below.Vision ProgramVision coverage on routine eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses is available through Aetna Health Care. The City pays 100% coverage for employee only. See plan information for details regarding the vision care program.Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceThe City provides all full-time employees with $50,000 in term life insurance. There is no cost to employees for this benefit.Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D InsuranceEmployees may purchase supplemental term life insurance up to $500,000 on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. See information packet for details.Discounted Supplemental InsurancesSeveral supplemental insurances are offered through AFLAC at discounted rates for City employees. Plans include: Accident; Cancer; Critical Care; Hospital Confinement Protection and Short-term Disability.Hospital Indemnity PlanA voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan is offered through Aetna Health Care Plan that pays you benefits when you are confined to a hospital, whether for planned or unplanned reasons, as well as for other medical services.Retirement/Savings AccountsFlorida Retirement System (FRS)Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) is mandatory for all eligible Management Level II employees. The FRS offers eligible employees an option between a Pension Plan and an Investment Plan. Management Level II employees are classified in the Regular Service Class and as of July 1, 2019, the mandatory employee contribution rate is 3% of salary regardless of which plan is chosen.Voluntary 401(a) Match PlanThe City offers a voluntary 401(a) City-matching program, in which the City will contribute up to a 3% salary match on a bi-weekly basis into a 401(a) Defined Contribution account. The City will contribute a match of 1%, 2%, or 3% based on the employee selection. Vesting is 100% upon plan enrollment.Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)The City makes available a deferred compensation plan (MissionSquare 457 plan), for which the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. No employer contributions.Roth IRA Savings Plan (Roth IRA)The City makes available a Roth IRA savings plan, through which the employee may voluntarily make after-tax contributions through payroll deductions. No employer contributions are made.Flexible Spending Account(s)The City offers two Flexible Spending Accounts through Benefits Outsource Inc., which provide pre-tax savings for employees. One plan covers dependent care and the other provides for medical reimbursement. Employees may set-up a flexible spending account during the annual Open Enrollment period only.Paid LeaveVacationProfessional/management employees accrue 128 hours (10.66 hours/month) of vacation leave per year. Accrual begins immediately and may be taken after three (3) months of employment.HolidaysThe City observes 11 paid holidays throughout the year.Sick Leave / Family Sick LeaveFull-time employees accrue 96 hours (8 hours/month) of sick leave per year. An employee may elect to use up to 4 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.Paid Parental LeaveEmployees may receive up to twelve (12) weeks of paid parental leave following the birth of an employee's child or the placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption or foster careOther Benefits4-Day WorkweekA 4-day, 10 hours/day, workweek schedule for those employees working in Departments and/or Divisions that have implemented the new schedule arrangement.Temporary Flexible Work ScheduleEmployees who are able to perform their work remotely, may be allowed up to six (6) days per year to work from home.Long Term DisabilityThe City provides Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees with no waiting period. The City provides, at no cost to employee, a benefit plan of 50% monthly salary benefit up to $1,000. Employees may purchase additional coverage up to 60% monthly salary benefit at a maximum of $5,000. Additional coverage is cost dependent based on age and salary.Education Reimbursement ProgramThe Education Reimbursement Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to an Associate, Bachelor or a Graduate degree, including a Doctor of Philosophy degree or a Juris Doctorate degree that is directly related to the employee's position. Eligibility begins after one year of employment and is dependent on budgeted funds.Employee Assistance ProgramThe City offers an Employee Assistance Program to all City employees who may need free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.Credit UnionAll City employees may participate in the We Florida Financial Credit Union. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.Sick Leave Buy-BackEmployees may elect to be paid at straight time rates, up to 1/2 of their unused current annual sick leave and the remainder to be banked. No payment will be made for less than 16 hours. Payment shall be during the last pay period of November.Self-Care DaysEmployees may use up to 4 Sick Days per Fiscal Year as Self Care Days. The Self Care Days' time-off will need to be requested and scheduled in advance, through Kronos, the City's timekeeping system, and must be approved by the respective Department. The Self Care Days' time-off will not impact the employee's ability to participate in the annual Sick Leave Buy Back program and will not count against the maximum hours they may sell back. Employees may not accumulate or carry-over Self Care Days from one Fiscal Year to another.IMPORTANT This document "Summary of Benefits" is intended only as a summary of some of the benefits employees may be entitled to as an employee of the City of Hallandale Beach. This is NOT a legal document, does NOT represent any guarantees, and is subject to change at any time. Continued eligibility for part-time benefits is reviewed periodically in accordance with the applicable City Administrative policies and bargaining unit contracts.01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Note: "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided? YesNo02 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, architecture, civil engineering, construction management or closely related field? YesNo03 Do you have five (5) years of government managerial experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in Public Works management or supervision? Five (5) or more years of experience.Less than five (5) years of experience.04 Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in engineering, architectural, administrative, construction management? Four (4) or more years of experienceLess than four (4) years of experience05 Do you have experience managing departmental budgets, procurement processes, and contract oversight for large-scale operations? YesNo06 Do you have supervisory or management experience overseeing multiple functional areas such as facilities maintenance, fleet services, sanitation, or similar public works operations? YesNo07 Do you have a valid Florida driver's license with satisfactory driving record? YesNo08 Do you have the National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications? YesNo, I can obtain within one year of employment.09 Have you used tobacco products within the last 12 months? YesNo10 Are you a previous City of Hallandale Beach employee? YesNo11 Are you related to a City of Hallandale Beach employee? YesNo12 In order to move on to the next phase of the application screening process, you must attach proof of education. Have you attach proof of your education to the application as stated on the job announcement? YesNoRequired Question