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Job Description
-About the position
The San Joaquin County Department of Public Works is recruiting an experienced professional to fill the role of Road Maintenance Superintendent. This management level position plays a vital role in the planning, coordinating and directing of the construction, maintenance, and repair of County roads and traffic control devices. The role oversees ongoing road and traffic maintenance programs, inspects work to ensure it meets plans and specifications. This role will requisition tools, materials, and equipment needed for ongoing maintenance and repair. Responsibilities also include preparing reports and correspondence, assisting with budget preparation and recommendations, interviewing and selecting employees, making personnel recommendations, and investigating complaints while taking or recommending corrective action.-The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, extensive technical knowledge and experience overseeing road and traffic maintenance work. This position requires the ability to keep projects moving timely and efficiently while keeping safety and quality a priority. The incumbent will be confident in making decisions, supervising staff, setting clear expectations, and addressing challenges. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong sense of accountability, both personally and within their team, and will establish a culture of safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement by setting clear expectations where high standards are consistently upheld. The ability to communicate clearly with staff, leadership, and the public, as well as addresses issues in a professional and timely manner is vital to this role.Minimum Qualifications
EITHER I
Experience:
Two years as a Public Works Maintenance Manager or higher class in San Joaquin County service.
OR II
Experience:
Two years administrative experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads and related facilities.
AND FOR BOTH PATTERNS
License:
Possession of valid California driver’s license. -
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San Joaquin County
Show moreSan Joaquin County - Greatness Grows Here
The County offers a unique opportunity to enjoy natural California beauty and nature, or music, arts and culture - from the waters of the Delta to the vast vineyards, San Joaquin County has it all. The region boasts some of the finest opportunities in the state for boating, fishing, camping, history-gathering, or just plain fun in the sun. For those times when a change of pace is desired, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park are all within 90 minutes of San Joaquin County.
San Joaquin County is one of the most agriculturally rich regions in California. Twenty-four thousand acres of farmland are dedicated to the production of asparagus. Wine grapes are also a leading crop in the county and wineries and vineyards have sprung up from Stockton to Lodi. Lodi was named Wine Enthusiasts Wine Region of the Year in 2015.
The regional arts and culture scene offers treasures such as the Haggin Museum, San Joaquin County Historical Museum, and the Children's Museum of Stockton. The Stockton Symphony, San Joaquin County Ballet, Bob Hope Theater, and Stockton Civic Center are popular venues for entertainment.
San Joaquin County also has a robust educational environment. The County’s 17 school districts provide families with a wide array of choices for their children's educational development. The University of the Pacific, California State University, Stanislaus - Stockton Center, Humphreys College and School of Law, National University and San Joaquin Delta Community College offer a variety of choices for advanced education.
Homes and apartments are plentiful and the median home price in the San Joaquin County is affordable compared to other nearby areas. Convenient, comfortable housing is available in most sections of the County. New homes abound in both the south and north area; historic homes are found primarily in central Stockton and downtown Lodi.
COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
One of the richest benefits offered to County employees is the opportunity to be a public servant and provide essential services to the constituents of San Joaquin County. Employees are proud that their hard work makes a difference in the community and receive great satisfaction that there is a link between their service and the betterment of the quality of life in San Joaquin County.
The County provides career employment opportunities in many areas including law enforcement, social services, health services and many more. The County employees over 6,000 full time employees and serves a population of over 700,000 residents. The County operates a jail, hospital, children’s shelter, and several regional parks.
There are many opportunities for career progression within San Joaquin County in the fields of accounting, clerical support, dispatching, medical records, hospital patient registration, social services, eligibility work, social service case management, public safety, and many other areas. Visit our website to see classification descriptions of positions and to seek information about County departments.
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS
In addition to competitive base salary, most full time positions will also offer a generous benefit package.
In addition to the base salary, the County offers:
- Health, Dental and Vision plan coverage
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with some positions being offered a County matching contribution
- A Defined Benefit retirement plan with reciprocity with many public sector retirement systems including CalPERS.
- 125 Flex Benefits Plan
- 12 days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation
- Vacation leave ranging from 10 days a year up to 23 days depending on length of service
- 10-14 paid holidays per year
- Other benefits and compensation may be provided depending on the position
- A robust Employee Engage & Development Program
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