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Public Works Supervisor

Job in Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, Michigan, 48197, USA
Listing for: City of Ypsilanti
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-09
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Manager, Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief, Program / Project Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

General

Summary:

This is a supervisory position responsible for coordinating the daily activities of one or more work crews including scheduling, monitoring and verifying work completion; may perform administrative duties including managing City-wide capital planning projects, transportation planning, permit review, and construction management. May be called upon to make presentations to City Council and/or boards and commissions. Reporting to the Department of Public Works Director, the employee exercises independent discretion and judgment within statutory requirements, City policies, ordinances, and procedures.

In addition, this person is required to be part of an on-call rotation to help address urgent and emergent situations in the field, including but not limited to tree removal, roadway repair/closure, and winter road maintenance. This position may be called upon to act as Director in the absence of the Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Coordinates and schedules the work of crew(s) consisting of one to ten individuals in single or simultaneous multiple work activities and sites.
  • Coordinates emergency call-outs for employees and equipment and is part of the emergency on-call rotation.
  • Oversees contractors during projects to ensure projects are completed correctly, on time, and within budget.
  • Reviews time cards for accuracy as to work performed, equipment used, and time expended.
  • Integrates citizens' complaint work orders into the weekly work schedule of their crews.
  • Provides for the safety, training, evaluation, and discipline of employees in the assigned divisions.
  • Coordinates emergency call-outs for employees and equipment and is part of the overtime on-call rotation. In the event of a major emergency or disaster, supervisors will provide support to all field operations as needed.
Administrative Responsibilities
  • Works with the Director to draft project specifications, prepare competitive bid materials, obtain price quotes, and develop related resolutions.
  • Oversee and administer private contracts, some standing/reoccurring, and some project-based.
  • Conducts on-site inspections, provides quality control, and monitors compliance with contract specifications.
  • Helps to develop strategies and plans for infrastructure projects and capital asset maintenance.
  • Assists in the establishment of short and long term goals and ensures the implementation of said goals and objectives.
  • May attend and present to City Council and other boards and commissions.
  • May help to write grant applications to secure funding for projects, and/or administer work funded by grants.
General Duties and Responsibilities
  • May perform work with or in lieu of DPW work crews in prescribed situations.
  • Communicates work site activities to citizens.
  • Carries out the provisions of adopted City and County emergency response plans.
  • Orders specialized materials in accordance with City policy.
  • Serves as City liaison to various organizations and groups.
  • Performs related work as assigned within the general knowledge, skills and abilities set forth.
  • Helps to develop and maintain the city's asset management system.
Field Areas (one or more)
  • Abatements
    :
    Schedules and supervises nuisance abatement activities with the Code Enforcement Department, including snow removal, grass mowing, and trash removal.
  • Facilities
    :
    Schedules and conducts building and facility assessments; prioritizes projects within budgetary constraints; schedules and supervises regular and preventative maintenance.
  • Fleet
    :
    Develops vehicle replacement schedules and assists in developing bid specifications; oversees the day to day operations of the service garage.
  • Parks
    :
    Supervises the routine maintenance of City parks and aids in developing capital plans; routinely inspects the City's playgrounds for safety; schedule and supervise routine and emergency maintenance, including snow removal; coordinate with other departments to accommodate special events.
  • Parking
    :
    Supervise routine maintenance and capital projects in the City's parking lots; supervise the execution of the parking strategy adopted in 2018 as directed by the Director.
  • Projects
    :
    Assist the Director in coordinating the City's Capital Improvements Plan; study current transportation systems, analyze effectiveness, use, and needs; review and make recommendations regarding proposed transportation projects; perform permit application review, inspection, and approval as needed; recommend modifications to current City plans to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, reduce risk exposure, reduce cost, and implement other improvements.
  • Signs and Signals
    :
    Supervise routine and emergency maintenance of the city s sign, signal, and parking meter stock; develop specifications for upgrades/updates.
  • Solid Waste
    :
    Supervise routine recycling and yard waste collection; manage City compost yard, including EGLE compliance.
  • Streets
    :
    Schedule and supervise routine and emergency maintenance, including snow removal; identify priority areas for capital preventative…
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