Description

Summary

The Director of Public Works oversees the operation and maintenance of Road and Bridge, Shop, Right of Way, and Noxious Weed, in accordance with state statutes and generally accepted engineering practices. The Department is responsible for the construction and maintenance of highways, roads, bridges, culverts, signing and related activities as well as other functions, services, and activities that they may be authorized by law authorized by law per KSA 19-4501. This position is under the direct supervision of the County Administrator and/or his/her designee.

Definition and Examples of Work

50%

Manages operations of the department.

Performs administrative responsibilities for road & bridge and noxious weed functions in accordance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Coordinates with direction from the Road Supervisor the daily work projects and assign jobs to work crews.
Develops and administers department policies and procedures.
Advises the County Administrator or administration on matters relating to department operations and county-wide operations.
Communicates Finney County Public Works performance updates to the County Administrator.
Performs administrative responsibilities for all department functions in accordance with applicable policies, rules and regulations, and government regulations.
Coordinates annual and long-term plans and budgets with County Administrator and the Finney County Commission to maintain County roads, buildings, and utilities under jurisdiction of the department.
Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

15%

Develops and administers department budget

Assists with the budget preparation, and controls expenditures and provides input on revenue sources
Purchases necessary equipment and supplies for the department.
Researches the type of equipment to purchase or programs to support, prepares bid specifications for equipment, projects and supplies; determines cost alternatives with pros and cons, and provides recommendations.
Prepares or reviews plans and specifications for the supplies, services, contracts.
Prepares and completes reports and maintains records.

15%

Maintains partnerships with internal departments and external partners.

Participates in interdepartmental planning meetings.
Attends meetings with KDOT, FHWA, County officials and others as necessary
Serves as a severe weather spotter during severe weather conditions.
Performs public education, speaking and outreach when new projects are being implemented and for ongoing activities.
Fields questions, concerns, and complaints from the public.
Coordinates department activities with various governmental and outside agencies and other County departments.
Receives and investigates, or assigns investigation of, public inquiries about department operations and follows up to ensure adequate resolution.
Builds effective relationships with community and business partners, serve as primary liaison, and communicate as appropriate to ensure successful relationships.

Requirements

Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to demonstrate extensive problem-solving skills.
Ability to complete complex mathematical computations.
Ability to supervise employees.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments, subordinates, and shall relate to public in a positive manner.
Knowledge of regulations, laws, statutes affecting operations of department.
Knowledge of engineering principles.
Knowledge of operation of sewer systems.
Knowledge of project planning and budgeting practices.
Knowledge of road construction and maintenance procedures and materials.
Ability to operate computer, 10 key, copier and multi-line phone system, fax, and scanner.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
Knowledge of word processing, databases, spreadsheets, software programs.

Required Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Construction Management, or a related field

· Five to seven years of experience in public works, engineering, infrastructure management, construction management project management experience

· Three to five years of supervisory or management experience overseeing staff, budgets, and large-scale projects.

Preferred Education and Experience

· Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Construction Management, or a related field

· Seven to ten years of experience in public works, engineering, infrastructure management, construction management project management experience

· Five to seven years of supervisory or management experience overseeing staff, budgets, and large-scale projects.

Certification, License, Registration

Valid Driver’s License
CPR/First Aid & Defensive Driving certification (or ability to obtain)