Director, Public Works

City

CORE PURPOSE:

Promote the General Welfare

Quick Facts

Holder(s):

Various

Term:

Varies

Method:

Appointed

Level:

City

Oath Administered By:

Mayor or County Commissioner

Role Overview

In St. Joseph County, oversees infrastructure projects, manages road maintenance, drainage systems, engineering designs, and ensures compliance with public works standards.

Constitutional Mandate:

Promotes general welfare through infrastructure maintenance (Ind. Const. Art. 1, Sec. 1).

Key Competencies:

Engineering expertise, project management, and leadership.

Potential Weaknesses:

• Lack of Employee Engagement or Biased Ratings: Failing to motivate staff or providing unfair feedback, leading to low morale and high turnover in critical divisions.
• Contract Compliance and Labor Law Violations: Oversight lapses in public works contracts, risking costly lawsuits or safety issues.
• Time Management and Communication Breakdowns: Delays in projects or flawed assessments, causing budget overruns or public dissatisfaction.
• Flawed Performance Management: Inaccurate evaluations or failure to address weaknesses, resulting in inefficient operations or risks like accidents.
• Challenges in Public Sector Execution: Difficulties in implementing performance systems, leading to unaddressed risks like hazards or non-compliance.

I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of Director of Public Works to the best of my ability. So help me God.