Road and Bridge Operations Manager

About the role

The Road and Bridge Operations Manager provides leadership for the team responsible for maintaining and improving Jefferson County's transportation infrastructure. This position oversees the daily operations of the Road and Bridge Division, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient maintenance of roads, sidewalks, stormwater, snow removal operations, and drainage systems, signs, pavement markings, landscaping, fleet, and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plans, policies, and procedures that support division goals and priorities.
• Oversee the daily operations and maintenance of roads, sidewalks, stormwater and drainage systems, street sweeping, landscaping, fleet, and facilities.
• Ensure construction, capital improvement, pavement management, safety, and inspection programs are completed effectively and in compliance with applicable standards.
• Lead and develop supervisory staff by assigning and prioritizing work, conducting performance evaluations, supporting hiring and disciplinary actions, coordinating training, and fostering employee growth.
• Continuously improve operational efficiency by standardizing processes, evaluating programs, recommending improvements, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, and advising staff on construction and maintenance best practices.
• Aid in developing and managing the division budget by monitoring expenditures, approving purchases, reviewing contracts, and ensuring projects and operational needs remain within budget.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with contractors, engineers, developers, architects, public agencies, and community members to coordinate projects and provide guidance on County requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations, including snow removal operations, and report to an assigned shop within one hour when called, 24 hours a week.
• Supervise assigned staff by managing recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, leave, performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and communication of County policies and organizational goals.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is an experienced and collaborative leader with a strong background in public works, roadway maintenance, or transportation operations. They have a proven ability to lead teams, foster a culture grounded in teamwork, manage complex projects and budgets, promote a culture of psychological safety, and build strong relationships with staff, contractors, and the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or closely related field.
• Five (5) years of directly related experience in road construction or public works.
• Minimum of three (3) years Supervision experience.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

Skills

A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to: Foster trust and open communication by creating an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to share ideas, ask questions, and raise concerns. Communicate clearly and transparently by sharing information in a timely and honest manner, setting clear expectations, explaining decisions, and adapting communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Act with integrity and accountability by making ethical decisions, following through on commitments, applying expectations consistently, and taking responsibility for actions and outcomes. Engage in collaborative problem-solving by building strong working relationships, seeking input from others, managing conflict professionally, and working across teams to achieve shared goals. Develop and coach others by providing constructive feedback, supporting employee growth and learning, recognizing individual strengths, and helping team members build skills for current and future opportunities.

Benefits

Road & Bridge employees enjoy paid CDL and snow removal training, opportunities for career advancement, and the chance to work with well-maintained, late-model equipment. The County provides essential safety gear, including winter clothing, and reimburses employees for safety toe boots and prescription safety glasses. Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more.

Pay

Hiring Range: $144,713.29 - $159,185.30 USD Annual Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Schedule

This full-time, standard position typically operates on a 4-day work week (Monday-Thursday, 6:00am-4:00pm) during April through (April through November). Monday-Friday (7:00am-3:00pm) is required from December to April. Occasionally the work requires a variable work schedule due to business needs. This position reports on-site to Road & Bridge Central Shop (21401 Golden Gate Rd, Golden, CO 80403).