Operations Supervisor

City of Stamford; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stamford in Stamford, CT seeks an experienced supervisor to manage weekly schedules and daily operations within the Office of Operations. You will oversee foremen, specialists, employees and contractors, and assist in long-term planning and budgeting.

Applicants should have high school graduation with extensive public works experience, plus supervisory credentials or a compatible degree. Valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 8 years of progressively responsible maintenance or public works experience, 4 in supervision.
• Knowledge of public works/highway construction, building maintenance and repairs.
• Understanding of safety practices in maintenance operations.
• Familiarity with basic inventory, budgetary and contracting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise weekly and daily operations of a service-oriented activity within the Office of Operations.
• Supervise foremen, specialists, employees and contractors; evaluate performance.
• Prepare budget recommendations and participate in budgetary process.
• Respond to emergencies at facilities and citywide areas of jurisdiction.
• Inspect work areas to ensure safe, cost-effective maintenance; ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

People management

Budgeting

Public works knowledge

Safety compliance

Planning & scheduling

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field (substitution for 4 years of non-supervisory experience)

Job description

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations or designee, schedules and supervises the weekly schedule and daily operations of a service-oriented activity within the Office of Operations; exercises supervision over Operations Foremen, Operations Programs Specialists, employees, and contractors as assigned; assists in the long term planning and operations of the Office of Operations; does related work as required.

• Performs related duties as required.
• Plans, organizes, assigns through subordinates and supervises work assignments; supervises, evaluates and coordinates employees’ job performance; supervises and participates in personnel activities and projects in progress; does related work as directed.
• Coordinates and administers assigned preventive maintenance programs.
• Oversees, obtains and maintains equipment, materials and supplies, and supervises and instructs personnel in the use and maintenance of such items.
• Supervises the security and proper maintenance of equipment and facilities with a minimum of delay and in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Reviews and approves work records and productivity reports.
• Prepares budget recommendations and participates in budgetary process.
• Participates in the formulation of departmental goals and objectives and recommends new operating procedures as necessary.
• Advises and assists staff on complex problems and prepares necessary progress reports.
• Responds to emergencies at facilities and citywide areas of jurisdiction.
• Schedules personnel for the most efficient and effective productivity based on available resources.
• Conducts investigation of complaints, recommends action to be taken and makes follow-up inspections to evaluate performance and proficiency of subordinates.
• Ensures that workers are instructed in, and maintain safe operating practices in compliance with O.S.H.A. regulations and standard safety procedures.
• Ensures that adequate supplies of material and equipment are properly maintained and available for scheduled work.
• Estimates time and material costs for both in-house and contractual projects.
• Reviews and expedite payment on assigned projects according to contract schedules.
• Represents the Office of Operations on assigned committees, projects and activities.
• Inspects areas of responsibility to determine condition and need of maintenance.
• Recommends the purchase of new equipment and materials.
• Prepares various reports.
• Coordinates and supervises contractual assistance in maintaining areas of responsibility.

• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Thorough knowledge of the operations, procedures, and methods used in public works/highway construction and maintenance; building maintenance, repair and modification.
• Good knowledge of the methods and practices of the use, installation, maintenance and repair of Parks and Recreation equipment, facilities and supplies, horticultural and grounds maintenance, including basic plant culture and layout; refuse collection operations and management.
• Knowledge of safety practices associated with maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of basic inventory, budgetary, purchasing, and contracting procedures.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Ability to read plans and blueprints.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare written reports and schedules.
• Ability to plan, schedule and direct the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to carry out instructions, both written and oral.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Graduation from an accredited high school and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities or grounds maintenance, refuse collection, public works, or construction, four (4) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity, or a satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

NOTE

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field may substitute for four (4) years of non-supervisory experience required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At time of appointment, possession of a valid motor vehicle operators’ license.

Scope of Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated, scored and ranked on level and quality of related experience, education and training as documented on the application and supplementary questionnaire.