Operations Superintendent

Dodge County; Town of Necedah (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

10 observed holidays

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flex spending

Retirement plan (WRS)

Job summary

Dodge County is seeking a full-time exempt leader to oversee highway maintenance and airport operations, directing staff and coordinating projects to safeguard county infrastructure.

You will manage budgets, enforce safety rules, and collaborate with other departments to meet service goals while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience in highway maintenance and transportation projects.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Work zone safety training and related certifications may be required.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Leads in attracting, retaining, and developing an engaged workforce.
• Directs staff, conducts training, and evaluates performance.
• Oversees highway maintenance, bridges, and related infrastructure.
• Monitors budgets, procurement, and department safety regulations.
• Coordinates winter maintenance and emergency responses.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Staff supervision

English communication

Education

Bachelors of Civil Engineering

Job description

Status: Full Time, ExemptStarting Wage Range: $45.94/hr. - $50.63/hr.

Hours:

November- March: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm April- October: Monday through Thursday, 6:00am- 4:00pm 40-50 hours a week, dependent on workload and weather.

Position Open Until Filled- Application Review Date: December 14th, 2026

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - with employer contributions - HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability, short-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) - an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides leadership in attracting, retaining, and developing an engaged workforce in the delivery of superior services to County residents and businesses.
2. Directs the work of and manages subordinate staff. Participates in the selection of new employees. Provides training, instructions, and ongoing training needs. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Provides staff coaching/counseling. Recommends employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge to the Commissioner.
3. Provides leadership and management to all assigned staff.
4. Identifies staff development needs and notifies Commissioner of Department training recommendations.
5. Inspects and monitors County, State, and Local bridges for maintenance and repairs. Monitors budgets and organizes repairs.
6. Oversees the day-to-day operational activities of assigned areas, including coordination of scheduled maintenance and construction, and responses to emergency situations and weather events. Monitors effectiveness of operations to provide adequate coverage for responsibilities.
7. Monitors weather and road conditions to determine if/when to dispatch crew members to perform plowing/salting/sanding functions during winter months of snow/ice conditions.
8. Organizes and coordinates road construction and maintenance activities including bridge repair and construction and facility maintenance.
9. Oversees fuel program. Maintains annual permits, fuel, and tank records for compliance.
10. Serves as the Airport Coordinator. Develops, maintains, implements, and continuously evaluates enforcement of the Federally approved security, emergency, and contingency plans.
11. Oversees airport construction and development projects, including; compliance with regulations, leases, construction oversite, accounting, record retention, and file documentation.
12. Responds to emergency situations as needed and provides technical expertise to ensure that all aspects of the situation are handled in a proper and legal manner.
13. Schedules and manages winter maintenance of (snow and ice removal) of all State, County and contracted town roads within the County; handles related complaint calls.
14. Assists in preparation of the Department budget as it relates to areas of operations; monitors and tracks budgets as well as project budgets; monitors unit costs of maintenance. Authorizes expenditures for activities, uniforms, equipment, staff, or other operational needs.
15. Participates in long- and short-range Departmental planning; reviews progress and reports results.
16. Reviews, verifies, and assists in coding timecards, crew reports, invoices, requisitions, and accident repair costs.
17. Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all County safety regulations; ensures equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
18. Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents or personal injuries. May investigate incidents as assigned.
19. Coordinates work needs with other management personnel.
20. Provides backup assistance to other Superintendents, as needed.
21. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of highway and local government highway maintenance administration, methods, procedures, and related activities and services.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and necessary safely precautions.
• Knowledge of the Wisconsin Statutes and Transportation Administrative rules as they apply to and impact Town, City, County, and State Transportation program areas.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, and other related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
• Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
• Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
• Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line-item budgeting.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time-off, and maintaining personnel records.
• Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
• Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent for this position.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
• Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting.

• Work is primarily in an office setting with periodic visits to the field.
• Work has some exposure to outdoor and construction based environmental conditions.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants.

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Education

Bachelors of Civil Engineering (required)

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, business administration, or closely related field with a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in transportation and infrastructure. Equivalent combination of education and experience which provides necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. (required)
• Three years' previous supervisory experience. (required)
• Work Zone Safety Training, MSHA, confined space, hazmat, forklift certification, first aid, and CPR, may be required upon hire based upon assignment of equipment. (required)
• Must successfully pass criminal background check. (required)