Job Summary
Employees in this classification manage the Roads & Parks Maintenance Division within the Department of Public Works. This position directs personnel in traffic control projects and activities, road, parks, bridge and grounds construction, maintenance and repair; recommends goals and objectives; assists in the development of policies and procedures; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; prepares annual and long-term budgets and control expenditures of budget funds under the supervision of the Director of Public Works; supervises and makes decisions regarding disciplinary procedures, employee selection, and all other aspects of personnel management; confers with the general public explaining laws and policies in response to requests and complaints; corresponds with public and private agencies; and consults with contractors, utility companies, public agencies and the general public regarding road use and maintenance issues.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
All combinations of education, experience, and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be considered. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position include:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Civil Engineering or a related field.
Five years of progressively responsible related experience; plus three years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment preferred.
Fiscal management experience including budget preparation, grant administration, service and intergovernmental contract negotiation and administration, expenditure control and record keeping highly desirable.
Required certifications and/or licenses in specialized field desired.
A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
Knowledge of: The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; principles and practices of management and supervision, including planning, staffing, training, coaching, directing, coordinating, and evaluating; methods and procedures of budget development, justification, and control; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
An online application is required. For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M2.833 ($7,754.00 - $10,952.00) per month
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.