Highway Maintenance Manager

Frederick County Government•Highway Operations - Frederick, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position assists in the development, implementation, and scheduling of highway maintenance. It oversees work conducted by foremen and contractors related to highway maintenance. The role also assists in the establishment and execution of capital and operating budgets. Additionally, it conducts employee evaluations, resolves personnel matters, and responds to public inquiries regarding roadway matters. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants, and community members.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in public administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of work experience in public works operations, maintenance, or infrastructure management which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff
Possession of a valid driver's license
Bachelor's Degree with 3 years work experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 7 years work experience as described above which must include at least 3 years of work experience supervising or managing staff
Knowledge of fleet management best practices, including vehicle procurement activities, vehicle preventive maintenance, fuel delivery, and awareness of rapidly changing alternative fuel fleet opportunities
Working knowledge of the fabrication, installation and maintenance of traffic signs
Working knowledge of highway, bridge and drainage construction and maintenance, construction of roads and bridges, storm water management, site development, and subdivision projects
Knowledge of laws, code, regulations, procedures, and requirements regarding highway operations and fleet services, and ability to effectively apply them
Knowledge of the hazards associated with highway operations work, with ability to recognize and employ appropriate safety measures
Knowledge of the hazards associated with fleet services and maintenance, with ability to recognize and employ appropriate safety measures
Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills to understand instructions and travel directions
Accurate math and clerical skills, with ability to effectively calculate mileage, travel time, route time schedules, costs, etc.
Ability to effectively prepare reports and special studies, and to interpret and create maps
Ability to effectively resolve schedule/route changes, service problems and other on-the-spot situations; to effectively organize and manage multiple priorities, and to effectively complete assigned duties in a fast-paced environment with many distractions and minimal supervision
Ability to maintain comprehensive knowledge of current global technology trends and environment, and to identify hardware, software and techniques appropriate to improve the County’s GIS / Public Safety environment
Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles and equipment, with ability to recognize more serious mechanical problems in order to arrange for prompt repair and avoid safety hazards
Ability to utilize necessary technology and programs, including GIS and GPS
Ability to obtain and maintain necessary certifications and trainings, including County Authorized Driving Privileges
Ability to learn to safely utilize necessary equipment

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 Certification
Roadside Tree Certification
Possession of Maryland Pesticide Applicator certification in Right of Way Spraying
Possession of Traffic Control Supervisor certification
MDT2 Road Scholar certification
Possession of a valid Class B driver's license

Responsibilities

Coordinate, execute, and inspect work performed by county personnel and contractors
Obtain permits for waterway construction and lay out construction sites, including elevations and site preparation tasks
Perform data entry
Assist Assistant Department Head as needed
Oversee and support Foreman/Assistant Foreman
Resolve citizens' concerns, complaints, and work requests
Address personnel issues as needed
Perform other related duties as required