County Road Superintendent

Road SuperintendentThe Road Superintendent manages, organizes, and directs the County Road Maintenance Department.Examples of DutiesThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Provides leadership and direction to the Road Maintenance Department through management of staff, equipment, and projects; establishes priorities and long-range planning, while ensuring effective maintenance and project executionSupervises, leads, and develops staff; assigns work, monitors progress, evaluates performance, and provides guidance to support professional growthOversees departmental operations to ensure the efficient delivery of services; defines maintenance standards, establishes schedules, and manages consultant and contractor relationshipsManages projects and departmental resources, maintains documentation and inventories, and ensures compliance with County, State, and Federal requirementsDevelops bid specifications for equipment and materials; oversees purchasing and inventorying systemsOversees work of consultants and contractors, monitors for compliance with contract terms, safety rules, and regulationsEvaluates highway system and infrastructure; monitors traffic patterns and safety trends; determines and prioritizes repair and maintenance needsCollaborates with the County Engineering Director and other stakeholders to coordinate construction and maintenance activitiesAdvises County leaders on road maintenance plans and activities; coordinates road maintenance activities with other departments; attends meetings, makes presentations, and serves as the principal advisor to County leaders, stakeholders, and the public on road maintenance programsResponds to emergencies and coordinates County resources according to plans and needsDevelops and monitors department budget; prepares special and recurring reportsMaintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century CodeTypical QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent AND seven (7) years of work experience in road construction and maintenanceExperience working for a government agencyMust possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License, or equivalentMust pass a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screeningSupplemental InformationWork is performed in an office setting and an outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures and inclement weatherSome work is performed on construction sites with exposure to uneven ground, loud noises, chemicals, and construction equipmentMust be able to lift up to 50 poundsCompensation: Starting salary ranges from $125,000-$135,000/annually based on experience and training. Benefits: Williams County offers a generous benefit package including paid sick and vacation leave, fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance plan for single, single plus dependent, or family contracts, term life insurance, long-term disability insurance, fully funded retirement benefits through the North Dakota Public Employee Retirement System, and moreTo learn more about living and working in Williams County, visit whereinwilliamscounty.com.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and reference review.