Streets Superintendent

City of Waukee•Waukee, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Waukee is looking for a Streets Superintendent to ensure that City streets, street lights, signs, traffic signals, curbs, sidewalks and right-of-ways are maintained providing for safe and reliable transportation throughout the City. This role leads the Streets Division staff through hiring, promotion, orientation training, assigning and directing, performance management (reward, discipline, suspension and discharge) according to standard operating procedures, City policy and departmental rules and regulations. The Superintendent ensures the Public Works Department policies, procedures, regulations, programs, systems operations goals and objectives are met. They oversee the financial aspects of the Streets Division operations, including accounting for department revenues, approving expenditures, keeping accurate inventory, and preparing the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and budget request. The role involves supervising and coordinating daily activities by determining manpower, equipment and material needs for specific jobs, providing instruction and guidance, and inspecting final product. When necessary, the Superintendent performs all duties of direct reports, which will include demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of public works functions and operations. This includes removing snow and ice and/or salting streets and sidewalks using appropriate equipment. The position also involves suggesting ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness, responding to customer complaints, investigating causes, taking corrective action, and maintaining records of resolutions. The Superintendent responds to emergency and on-call situations for any Public Works Division in a timely manner and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Minimum of five years’ successful experience in a similar position.
Minimum of three years’ successful experience leading staff.
Confident in the use of computers and tablets and able to be trained in software required to complete the functions of the position.
Working knowledge of applicable codes, ordinances and laws.
Must possess a valid Class A Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy.
Able to regularly lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.
Able to move objects weighing over 100 pounds using assistive devices multiple times during the day.
Able to climb different types of ladders and stairs.
Able to enter and work in confined space with proper training and personal protective equipment (PPEs).
Able to maneuver in undeveloped areas on uneven surfaces for up to one mile in various types of weather.
Must be able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic devices and handwritten) in English with other employees, businesses and community members.
The employee in this position is required to reside within a 30 minute drive radius of the City limits due to the need to respond to emergency calls in a timely manner to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Waukee.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads the Streets Division staff through hiring, promotion, orientation training, assigning and directing, performance management (reward, discipline, suspension and discharge) according to standard operating procedures, City policy and departmental rules and regulations.
Ensures the Public Works Department policies, procedures, regulations, programs, systems operations goals and objectives are met.
Oversees the financial aspects of the Streets Division operations, including accounting for department revenues, approving expenditures keeping accurate inventory and preparing the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and budget request.
Supervises and coordinates daily activities by determining manpower, equipment and material needs for specific jobs, providing instruction and guidance and inspecting final product.
When necessary, performs all duties of direct reports which will include demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of public works functions and operations.
Removes snow and ice and/or salts streets and sidewalks using equipment appropriate for the task.
Suggests ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness in the areas of responsibility.
Responds to customer complaints pertaining to all areas of responsibility; investigates causes, takes corrective action as appropriate and maintains records of resolutions.
Responds to emergency and on-call situations for any Public Works Division in a timely manner.
Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.