Road and Bridge Administrative Assistant

Pottawatomie County•Westmoreland, KS

11d•$21 - $31

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Public Works Director, the Road and Bridge Administrative Assistant is a full-time, non-exempt position under FLSA. The primary goal of this position is to provide support to the Public Works Department in the performance of general, technical and administrative activities.

Requirements

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents including policies, compliance documents, laws and regulations, and other directives.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to read, write, and interpret written and verbal communication by email, phone, and in-person effectively.
A thorough knowledge of computers, construction techniques, materials and principles and practices of civil engineering is required.
Employee should be able to operate computers, builder’s levels, and transits with a high degree of accuracy.
Employee shall have the ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and written instructions.
Employee shall also possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Five years of similar or related experience is required.
Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within one year of employment.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, ability and skills may be accepted.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational school course work in engineering or construction practices or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with the execution of engineering studies and designs, to include managing traffic counting programs and data collection
Provides field inspections of driveway entrances and dust control applications
Coordinates work with private utility companies for utility locations and maintenance projects (811/DigSafe/Other)
Monitors private utility construction in County right-of-way
Facilitates Right-of-way acquisition for County construction projects
Inspects roads and bridges, reviews infrastructure for safety during inclement weather
Meets with the public to discuss questions, concerns and projects
Investigates public and employee complaints
Inspects work for quality and workmanship
Assists with the management of the Road and Bridge Work Order System
Maintains a current Notary Public status and a KDOT Right of Way Certification
Coordinates department safety meetings, Safety Committee meetings, and serves as a representative on the county Risk Management Committee
Coordinate new hire orientation of Public Works Employees
Regular and predictable attendance required
Ensures positive public relations with public and staff
Ability to operate a vehicle legally in the State of Kansas
Assists in maintaining project files
Provides construction inspection
Writes reports and letters
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned