Under the administrative direction of the City Manager, this position performs highly responsible managerial and administrative work in directing the short and long range plans and programs of the City's public works systems.  Work involves ensuring that the work programs and budgets of the various divisions are coordinated to achieve their respective objectives.  Work is performed with considerable professional and managerial independence within general policy guidelines.  Work is evaluated by the successful accomplishment of both short and long range objectives, and by the efficient operation and maintenance of the systems.   This position is responsible for the day to day supervision and management of the Public Works Department to ensure facilities, infrastructure and systems