DOT SUPERINTENDENT

The purpose of this classification is to manage maintenance, repair, construction, and capital improvements for all County-maintained transportation infrastructure. Responsibilities include supervising professional, technical, and subordinate supervisory staff; project planning; project management and coordination; and oversight of engineering, design, and construction work.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. 
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate. 
• Responds to road construction emergencies and work-related accidents.
• Operate heavy equipment; Determines equipment, tools, and supplies needed to conduct work activities; ensures availability of adequate parts and materials to conduct work activities; and requests for new or replacement materials as required. 
• Plans, budgets, and schedules all maintenance, repair, and construction for County-maintained roads, bridges, retention ponds, and related infrastructure; analyzes bridge, pavement management, and asphalt rehabilitation reports; identifies road/bridge deficiencies; conducts site inspections; prioritizes maintenance and repairs; recommends or determines project scope; provides input and direction for design; and develops budgets, project phases, and schedules.
•  Coordinates and oversees maintenance and construction projects: coordinates projects with state and regional transportation agencies, such as GDOT, GRTA, or ARC; approves construction drawings; coordinates issuance of permits; administers construction and project management contracts; inspects and evaluates road maintenance and construction work in progress; and prepares and presents reports related to project progress. 
• Prepares and monitors department budget; prepares cost estimates; develops annual budget requests; and reviews and approves expenditures. 
• Represents the Department or County on issues related to transportation construction: attends meetings with other jurisdictions, state and regional transportation agencies, or Board of Commissioners; responds to citizen concerns; presents project plans; and advises and makes recommendations. 
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records. 
• Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions. 
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, third party contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:
Requires a High School Diploma and ten (10) years of related experience in maintenance, repair, and construction of transportation infrastructure to include lead or supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s). 

Special Requirements: 
None.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of local government operations, transportation related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job. 
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to operate the equipment required to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.  
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes. 
• Ability to operate a copying machine.