Facilities Manager/ Assistant Public Works Administrator - Kansas Staffing : Job Details

The job duties of the Public Works Director include but are not limited to administering, planning, directing, supervising, and implementing the activities of the Public Works Department; developing the specifications and cost estimates for all road, bridge, transfer station, wastewater, water, and noxious weed projects and programs; and providing responsive, courteous, and efficient service to County residents and the general public. Work and actions are subject to general policy determination, review, and final authority of the Board of Commissioners. Performs other duties as assigned.

The duties described below are indicative of what the Public Works Director might be asked to perform. This job description is to incorporate any County resolutions for the position of Public Works Director. This position description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position. Geary County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Road Maintenance: Evaluates the conditions of county roads, bridges, transfer stations, and noxious weed programs. Consults and advises the Board of County Commissioners on matters relating to road and bridge projects and work in the county. Works with other agencies, townships, and outside contractors on road and bridge needs. Makes periodic investigations and inspections of roads and bridges and other assigned responsibilities to determine needed routine maintenance and plan future maintenance and construction. Maintains proper records and documents relating to county engineering and public works projects. Prepares paperwork for federal and state funding of road projects. Ensures that all bridges and county roads are maintained. Meets with landowners on various aspects of work.

Noxious Weeds/Household Hazardous Waste: Manages functionality of these sections. Ensures chemicals are on hand to meet landowner needs. Ensures compliance with all regulations. Oversees the disposal of household hazardous waste.

Building Maintenance: Manages the building maintenance division. Assists in the planning of work and oversees expenses. Decides the most efficient and economical repairs to all county-owned facilities. Works with contractors to ensure repairs are made correctly and on time. Administrative functions: Researches the type of equipment to purchase or programs to support, prepares bid specifications for equipment, projects, and supplies, determines cost alternatives with pros and cons and provides recommendations to the County Commission. Develops, plans, designs, and writes specifications for road and bridge projects and building and machinery needs. Prepares necessary paperwork to document work completed or scheduled. Prepares and administers department budget. Administers and manages the budget and personnel for all divisions. Maintains cost accounting records for all expenses. Attends meetings and prepares reports when required. Answers citizen concerns and complaints. Prepares maintenance scheduling on a priority basis. Serves as a member of the Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee.

Supervisory Functions: Supervises staff in planning work, assignment of tasks, evaluation of work performed, preparation of evaluations, administering corrective actions, interviewing and selecting staff, training, ensuring work is done in accordance with safety protocols, and recommending employee transfers, promotions, discharge, and salary increases. Develops and implements policies as required.

Types of Equipment: Ability to operate various types of equipment, standard office equipment, computer, and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office software, etc. Ability to use GPS and GIS data relating to county landmarks, roads, etc. Other equipment could be required.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.

Minimum Qualifications: Six (6) years of experience in planning, designing, road and bridge building, and maintenance/repair experience. High School Diploma or GED. Three (3) years of prior supervisory experience. A current Class C Kansas license required.

Preferred: Bachelors degree in civil engineering. Certification by the State of Kansas as Registered Professional Engineer.