Public Works Maintenance Operations Superintendent Government Job Dept-2311904172 Full Time

FLSA: Exempt

DEFINITION

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing technical and administrative support work related to the repair and maintenance of the County’s bridge, traffic control, material production, road operation functions; assists with long- and short-term project planning; oversees and reviews the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of a wide variety of road maintenance projects and other programs; coordinates assigned activities with other County departments and outside agencies; and performs related duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Director of Public Works or designee. Exercises direct supervision over supervisory and technical staff through subordinate levels of supervision. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a management classification responsible for planning, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating the day-to-day activities of work crews engaged in a variety of public works vehicle, equipment, road, or related maintenance operations. Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for assigned programs and program evaluation. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Assists in developing and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the division.
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, administers, and directs work in the road, bridge, traffic, or related maintenance programs.
• Prepares estimates of the staffing, materials, and equipment requirements for projected activities; reviews and approves requisitions and purchase orders; provides technical assistance to staff.
• Monitors and updates vehicle replacement list for heavy equipment and motor pool programs.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; supervises various supervisors assigned to division activities.
• Develops, recommends, and administers policies and procedures such as procedure guidelines, design standards, and standard plans and specifications while ensuring that operation and maintenance, financial, regulatory, and legal requirements are met.
• Provides technical information and instruction regarding applicable procedures and methods; interprets and explains rules, regulations, and procedures; answers questions and resolves concerns.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Assists the Assistant Director of Public Works in the development and administration of division budgets; oversees and monitors assigned budgets.
• Participates in long-term planning to assess and allocate resources for future needs relative to the areas of responsibility.
• Performs research on new operational methods, techniques, and equipment and recommends their application.
• Ensures that activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
• Reviews plans and specifications for contract work and inspects work performed to determine compliance to standards; administers contracts.
• Develops, reviews, and updates public works programs and policies and written maintenance instructions and schedules.
• Serves as a liaison for the assigned division/work unit to other County departments, divisions, and outside agencies; attends meetings; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Organization and management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of the assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Principles and practices of leadership.
• Administrative principles, practices, and methods including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, policy and procedure development, quality control, and work standards.
• Construction methods, materials, and equipment. 
• Theories, principles, methods, and equipment used in road maintenance and related public works projects. 
• Theories, principles, techniques, and equipment used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair. 
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and ordinances relevant to the area(s) of responsibility. 
• Safety practices and safety regulations related to the work. 
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability To:

• Select and supervise staff, provide training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards. 
• Provide administrative, management, and professional leadership for the assigned programs. 
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. 
• Effectively represent the department and the County in meetings with governmental agencies; community groups; various business, professional, and regulatory organizations; and in meetings with individuals. 
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. 
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training, experience and educational degrees that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Substitutions will be made on a year for year basis. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate; and

Seven (7) years of experience in road and bridge construction, repair, and maintenance, including five (5) years of supervisory experience equivalent to the County’s class of Public Works Maintenance Supervisor.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Must possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
• Must possess a valid Class A driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsements. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various County sites; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen. 
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. 
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. 
• Also includes field work with exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust and air contaminants. 
• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED

• Equipment utilized includes motor vehicle, personal computer, fax machine and standard office equipment.
• Specialized equipment may include hand and power tools, motorized heavy equipment, forklift, level, jack hammer, chain saw, blower, sprayer, welder, cutting torch.

Disaster Service Worker

All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.