Operations Superintendent

THE POSITION

The Department of Land Use and Transportation is seeking an Operations Superintendent to join our Operations and Maintenance Division to lead a skilled road crew committed to maintaining the infrastructure that keeps Washington County moving. The Division's core mission includes managing and maintaining about 1,300 centerline miles of roadway. Th is include s the maintenance of roadway surfaces, bridge structures, drainage systems, traffic control devices (signs and pavement markings), and roadside vegetation. The Operations Superintendent will oversee a supervisory staff that takes a lead role in scheduling and resourcing the road crew .

The Position

The Operations Superintendent manages the road crews and support staff of 65 team members and directly supervises five (5) crew supervisors who provide 24 / 7 coverage for planned and emergent road maintenance needs. They are responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising a road maintenance program with a budget of approximately $19 million spanning the urban and rural areas serving over 600,000 community members in a county that is 727 square miles. The Operations Superintendent also manages a variety of office activities and collaborates with other work groups such as Traffic Engineering, Capital Project Services, Risk Management, Human Resources, the Sheriff's Office and other state and local agencies throughout the region.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with experience in road operations, maintenance, and construction, including managing represented staff and complex field projects. They bring strong skills in budgeting, resource management, safety compliance, and emergency response, while fostering collaboration . Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities are essential, along with a commitment to safety, efficiency, and team performance

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link : Operations Superintendent .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field : AND (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in work experience in road construction and / or maintenance, which also includes at least and / or heavy equipment repair which includes at least two (2) years' of experience supervising other service level technicians and mechanics. OR

An Associate's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field : AND (6) years of increasingly responsible work experience in road construction and / or maintenance, which also includes at least two (2) years' experience supervising maintenance workers, OR

A HS Diploma / GED AND (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in road constructions and / or road maintenance, which also includes at least two (2) years' experience supervising maintenance workers.

Additional Requirments

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note :

Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Steps of the process :

Status of Your Application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Our commitment to you

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link : Veterans' Preference Points .

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail : Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Questions Regarding This Recruitment

Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov

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