Public Works Superintendent

Job Title: Public Works SuperintendentDepartment: Public Works Classification: Full-TimeReports To: Town AdministratorSUMMARYThe Town of Shelby (population 4,770) is seeking a Public Works Superintendent to assist the Town Administrator in overseeing the planning, operations, and administration of all municipal public works functions. The Public Works Department is responsible for:1. Roads/Drainage (46 miles)2. Parks (17 town owned parks, 1 enclosed shelter, open shelters)3. Water Utility (3 water systems, 5 wells, 480 connections)4. Sanitary Sewer Utility (4 lift stations, 829 connections)5. Facilities (5 buildings)6. Equipment (5 dump trucks, pickups, grader, skid steer, mowers, street sweepers, etc.)7. Public Works Administration - Planning, Safety, Permitting, Records, Weed Control8. ArcGIS Pro – Town map of water, sewer, signs, other layers to be developedESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Town Administrator with overall leadership and day-to-day management of the Public Works Department.
• Assist with communications between citizens, staff, and town government to assure that complaints, grievances, recommendations, and other matters receive prompt attention.
• Implement a safety plan to ensure employee safety.
• Lead the planning, bidding, and administration of public works projects
• Manage the contracts with consultants and suppliers to ensure quality, compliance, and timeliness.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with partner agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing public works, stormwater, and environmental programs.
• Maintain effective recordkeeping and reporting for all public works activities, infrastructure assets, and projects.
• Labor – perform tasks and operate equipment as needed to assist the public works crew. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of five (5) years progressive experience with public works projects or government operations.
• Proven track record in multiple public works duties listed above.
• Strong project management skills.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn various software.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in the field.