Field Services Supervisor - Streets

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and supervises the work of several crews; inspects the activities of the crews to ensure appropriate and timely completion of projects
• Conducts employee interviews and selections; writes and conducts performance evaluations of subordinates; recommends disciplinary actions
• Aids manager with budget preparation and tracking; coordinates planning schedules and material estimates with Crew Leaders
• Makes sure the crews’ maintenance work and equipment operations are carried out appropriately
• Responds to after hours’ emergencies and leads the crew as necessary
• Issues tools and materials as necessary to perform maintenance repairs
• Trains subordinates in the best and safest methods of accomplishing tasks, primarily through on-the-job training or individual instruction
• May transport heavy equipment and materials to and from job sites; may also perform crew duties as needed to include equipment operation
• Reports to worksite and supervises staff during emergency events such as flooding situations and snow and ice storms
• Attends Public meetings such as Council meetings, Homeowner meetings, and Mobility meetings as needed. Assesses new methods and materials; reviews construction specifications, and plans document materials needed; orders materials to complete projects and monitors costs to ensure procurement compliance
• Conducts routine inspections of city infrastructure, including streets, sidewalks, bridges to identify deficiencies and safety hazards; recommends and implements projects and repairs to remedy the deficiencies
• Plans, coordinates and directs the activities and expenditures of their crews to ensure that the work is performed according to appropriate guidelines, policies and regulations
• Manages budgetary needs and priorities on street projects including equipment, staffing, and materials
• Prepares annual performance evaluations that clearly define expectations
• Documents performance highlights and provides regular feedback to employees
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Public Administration, Business, or a related field; Four (4) years of increasing responsibility and directly related experience in the public works or related field; Two (2) years of administrative supervisory experience related to maintenance and/or operations program.
• OR An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in construction technology, business administration, or other job-related field; Six (6) years of increasing responsibility and directly related experience in public works maintenance and/or operations program; Three (3) years of administrative supervisory responsibility.
• OR High School Diploma; Eight (8) years of increasing responsibility and directly related experience in public works maintenance and/or operations program; Five (5) years of administrative supervisory responsibility.
• Core Competencies: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing specific in techniques with the direct reports, public, city management, City Council, and various committees; Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers; Ability to interpret/analyze a problem, identify alternative solutions, predict consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of organizational goals; Knowledge and experience of street construction and maintenance methods, materials and equipment; Knowledge of leadership, supervision and management techniques and practices; Knowledge of pavement management systems and usage in asset management; Knowledge of computer software such as Cartegraph and Microsoft Office applications and the ability to use them effectively to produce reports, charts, etc.; Ability to estimate time, materials, and personnel required to complete work efforts; Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs and projects and identify opportunities for improvements and make recommendations; Ability to work with the manager to develop a program that blends contracted projects in the Capital Improvement Program together with the capabilities of the city workforce to achieve goals; Ability to prepare, evaluate, and monitor street projects and prepare reports as required; Researches and utilizes changes in technology and equipment; Utilizes software, such as Google Maps, to create maps; Initiative: Encourages input and recommendations from staff on maintenance procedures and operations; Encourages and implements input from staff on equipment needs; Conflict Management: Manages conflicting demands and priorities within the department and among staff; Addresses employee complaints and problems in timely manner; Diversity: Creates an inclusive environment by acknowledging the differences, perspectives, and ideas of others; Staff Leadership: Collaborates with the Operation Manager on selection, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and terminations of division staff; Utilizes and develops the talents of staff.