DEPUTY DIRECTOR, DOT

Henry County Government; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Government is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee DOT field operations, supervise crews, and drive maintenance and improvement plans for County roadways and infrastructure in Georgia. The role requires strong project management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe and efficient transportation networks.

Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors and the public, developing project plans, and serving as a safety liaison during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 7+ years of transportation and construction project management experience.
• Lead or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee DOT field operations and crews.
• Manage roadways, infrastructure, and long/short term maintenance plans.
• Develop project plans with crews and contractors; obtain status updates.
• Ensure safety and security of crews; act as safety liaison.
• Coordinate with county employees, contractors, and the public.
• Prepare and manage assigned budgets; review invoices.
• Lead reporting, data collection, and program management.

Skills

Project management

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Public communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Georgia CDL license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to oversee the management of the County’s DOT Field Operations, including the management of DOT crews, County roadway infrastructure, and long and short-term County maintenance and improvement plans.

• Resolves operational and maintenance problems related to County roadways.
• Evaluates and develops criteria for operational regulations.
• Administers and maintains various reports, records, and documents related to operations.
• Assists in the preparation, development, and administration of assigned budget.
• Reviews and approves invoices for various expenditures and purchase requirements.
• Develops major projects and supervises maintenance, repair, and construction projects, including for traffic operation utilities, roads, and bridges.
• Develops project plans with work crews and contractors; Request and receive project updates and status reports from DOT work crews.
• Conducts on-site reviews and inspections on job sites.
• Conducts regular workshops on equipment, tools, and supply use; ensure safety and security of work crews using equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Serves as safety liaison for work crews; Serve as primary point of contact for emergency roadway, bridge, and infrastructure repair, or for other emergencies such as weather or natural disaster.
• Serves as DOT liaison to communicate with other County employees, contractors, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Serves?as a subject matter expert; handles multiple complex projects and provides direction and oversight to work crews or contractors assigned to a project.
• Facilitates and adheres to all reporting and documentation requirements; evaluates and monitors progress against performance and quality measurements; completes all required annual reports, data collection, and overall program management.
• Manage assigned staff, including establishing workloads, prioritizing work assignments, evaluating employee performance, interpreting, and enforcing policies and procedures, resolving staff conflicts, and administering disciplinary action as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field; supplemented by seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation and construction project management and design, to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

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 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.