NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Public Works Superintendent– Operations and Maintenance
CITY OF CARSON, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$12,124.67/mo - $15,473.47/mo
6+ years expThe City of Carson is seeking a Public Works Superintendent for the Operations and Maintenance Division. This role involves developing, organizing, managing, and directing programs and personnel, as well as coordinating activities with other divisions and agencies.
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Responsibilities
Plans, leads, organizes, integrates, and evaluates the work of streets and right-of-way maintenance, graffiti abatement, pavement and concrete repair, traffic signal maintenance, street light maintenance, traffic signing, integrated waste services, landscape maintenance, storm drain maintenance, urban forestry preservation and maintenance, and sign-making staff
Develops, implements, and monitors the achievement of short and long-term goals and objectives; develops and implements policies and procedures; manages a customer-oriented culture and fosters a teamwork environment; assesses infrastructure needs and development of long-term strategies to sustainably manage the City's assets within local and regulatory guidelines
Monitors, oversees, and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods, administrative systems, and reporting relationships; identifies and implements improvements
Leads, coaches, motivates, develops, engages, and evaluates assigned personnel; addresses performance deficiencies; provides training and development
Ensures all customer service requests are resolved, responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner, and resolves complaints in an effective and timely manner
Prepares and administers the Operation’s and Maintenance Division’s budget and work plan; supports executive management; assists with the development and implementation of a five-year Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) program
Researches, drafts, and develops Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for various maintenance and City infrastructure, parks, and landscaped areas; monitors contract provisions and details
Coordinates, collaborates, and communicates with other divisions and programs within the Department; participates in negotiations with contractors, consultants, vendors, and other public agencies
Analyzes and makes recommendations based on proposed legislation and regulations; participates in industry and intergovernmental activity to influence regulatory and legislative change consistent with the City's interests
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, environmental sciences, public administration or a closely-related field
Six (6) years of full-time paid increasingly responsible administration experience in Public Works maintenance, right of way, or a similar capacity
Two (2) years of supervisory experience in related areas
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated leadership experience with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach
Ability to efficiently and effectively manage the assigned subordinate sections
Ability to estimate costs and develop and implement a budget for the assigned area of responsibility
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to supervise and direct day-to-day activity of assigned personnel
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Ability to meet approved minimal physical and medical standards
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to coordinate and supervise municipal maintenance operations and activities
Ability to analyze all maintenance needs to recommend appropriate programs and services
Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate personnel
Ability to prioritize, schedule, assign, monitor, and review work
Ability to meet schedules and timelines
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to operate equipment and machines used in maintenance operations and activities
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices
Ability to enforce and comply with all safety standards and requirements
Ability to utilize computers and related software
Preferred
Experience preparing staff reports and clear written documentation for public works programs
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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