Public Works Superintendent

Cowley County•Winfield, KS

About The Position

The Public Works Superintendent works under the general direction of the County Administrator and is responsible for coordinating the work, activities, and operations of Public Works units, including road maintenance and repair, traffic control signage, equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair, bridge maintenance, and other programs. The role coordinates activities with the Foreman, contractors, and outside organizations and provides complex administrative and technical support for operating, maintaining, repairing, and constructing the county road system. The Superintendent participates in planning and scheduling assigned work and supervises all Public Works staff. The position is accountable for Road District expenses. The role requires considerable knowledge of the county road system, relevant laws and regulations, construction and maintenance practices, equipment, and work safety procedures. The Superintendent plans and manages programs and budgets, inspects roads, bridges, and projects, addresses citizen requests, and communicates regularly with the County Commission. The working environment is a standard office environment, with physical requirements that include heavy work and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

Five to ten years of municipal public works planning, designing, management, maintenance, and repair experience.
Two years of prior management experience.
Prior supervisory experience.
Considerable knowledge of the county road system.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to effectively and efficiently carry out assigned work programs and work under unpleasant conditions.
Ability to read and explain basic plans and drawings.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public.
Communication skills, planning skills, equipment knowledge, and the ability to analyze problems and identify solutions.
Ability to research roads, rights-of-way, bridges, and related matters.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to read and interpret basic professional publications, reports, and technical documents.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and practices essential to construction, maintenance, and repair of the county road system.
Knowledge of equipment types and uses for road maintenance and construction.
Knowledge of applicable work safety rules and procedures.
Mathematical aptitude and ability to prepare and manage a budget.
Organization, mathematical-process, time-management, and computer skills.
Ability to schedule, assign, and supervise the work of multiple laborers and operations.
Knowledge of supervision, training, and performance evaluation principles.
Ability to perform heavy physical work and lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, ride, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, reach, grasp, push, pull, and perform similar body movements.
Hand, eye, and foot coordination sufficient to operate a variety of equipment.
Ability to talk and hear in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio.
Ability to see and read instructions, manuals, equipment gauges, and road signs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience and education.

Responsibilities

Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review, and participate in staff work involving roads, bridges, traffic control, and other projects.
Establish project schedules and methods, identify resource needs, review them with the County Administrator, and allocate resources as necessary.
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities for Public Works programs and operations.
Recommend changes and improvements to standards and procedures, and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of operational methods.
Plan, coordinate, and review work plans with the Foreman; assign work activities and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures.
Meet with Public Works employees to resolve conflicts and personnel issues.
Select, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; address deficiencies and implement discipline or termination procedures.
Participate in developing the annual budget and monitor expenditures throughout the year.
Inspect Public Works projects to ensure work meets County specifications and guidelines.
Inspect county roads and bridges, determine maintenance needs, schedule projects, and oversee outcomes.
Respond to citizen questions, complaints, and service requests.
Communicate regularly with the County Commission.
Work with township officials.
Perform other duties assigned by the County Administrator.