Public Works Superintendent

• Location PO Box 810,Belgrade, MT, 59714,United States
• Base Pay $94,434.60 - $ / Year
• Relocation Expense Covered Yes
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others Yes

• Name Becky Wilbert
• Phone

The Public Works Superintendent is responsible for the daily supervision, operational oversight, and project management of the Water, Water Reclamation, Stormwater, and Streets divisions within the Public Works Department. This position ensures the effective and efficient delivery of essential municipal services, compliance with regulatory standards, and the safety and maintenance of public infrastructure. The Public Works Superintendent leads field operations, manages personnel and department safety, coordinates maintenance and construction activities, and collaborates with other departments and outside agencies.

These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned

• Supervise, plan, and coordinate the activities of crews responsible for the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, water production and distribution systems, stormwater collection, and water reclamation collection and treatment systems.
• Direct daily operations, schedule work assignments, and ensure compliance with City policies, safety protocols, risk management procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assists the Director of Public Works and City Engineer with planning, coordinating, and supporting the management of public works projects from initiation through completion, including developing schedules and budgets, coordinating contractors and internal resources, monitoring progress, ensuring quality and compliance, and communicating project status to the Director and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for water, water reclamation, stormwater, and street infrastructure, including valves, hydrants, pumps, lift stations, main and service lines, manholes, roads, sidewalks, signing, signals, etc.
• Oversee safety procedures and staff training in accordance with existing policies; develop and implement additional policies.
• Respond to and manage emergency events and repairs, including but not limited to, water main breaks, sewer overflows, and inclement weather events, including snow and ice removal.
• Monitor system performance and infrastructure conditions; recommend and implement improvements to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and manage operational budgets, track expenditures, and procure equipment, tools, and materials in accordance with City policies.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on inspections, work orders, compliance activities, and personnel performance.
• Serve as liaison with contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and the public, address complaints and service inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Ensure staff receive proper training in technical procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Participate in the development and review of department policies, procedures, and long-term capital improvement plans.
• Recommend purchases for new and replacement equipment.
• Promote programs through marketing, public relations, and community outreach.
• Prepare reports and present program outcomes and recommendations to city leadership.
• Develop and administer policies and procedures as they relate to the efficiency and effectiveness of public education programs.
• Control costs throughout the fiscal year to remain within budget projections.
• Work under limited supervision, independently resolving most routine problems but informing the Director of Public Works of unusual or controversial problems.
• Maintain public contact, including receiving and answering citizen complaints or questions regarding various aspects of public works services, including coordinating public service announcements regarding upcoming events, and other related public information.
• May assist the Director of Public Works with various duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Develop training options and improvement plans to ensure exemplary operations in the department.
• Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
• Recruit, train, and supervise personnel and make sound recommendations related to personnel placement, transfer, retention and dismissal.
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