Road Manager I

NassauCountyFLChamber; Yulee (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Nassau County Board of County Commissioners in Yulee, Florida seeks a seasoned supervisor for roads, bridges and drainage systems. You will plan, organize and direct construction and maintenance work, manage budgets, schedules, and personnel, and ensure safety and compliance with FDOT guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED with 5 years in road/bridge work (3 years on concrete/asphalt surface prep) and at least 2 years in supervision; a valid Florida driver’s license

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5 years in road/bridge maintenance.
• 3 years in concrete/asphalt surface prep and 2 years supervisory.
• Valid State Driver's License.
• FDOT Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic and DEP Stormwater training within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and supervise road, bridge and drainage projects.
• Schedule, instruct, plan and evaluate staff performance.
• Prepare project estimates and coordinate materials.
• Ensure compliance with FDOT guidelines and county ordinances.
• Maintain records and report weekly to Road Director.
• Respond to public inquiries and manage equipment upkeep.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Road construction knowledge

Project coordination

Budget monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Survey instruments

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

Yulee, FL 32097

Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential. Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 101,501 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

Plans, organizes and supervises the work of Department personnel engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of roads, bridges, right-of-ways and drainage structures. Ensures subordinate compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Remains on-call twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week, for emergencies as needed.

• Plans, organizes and directs the work of Department personnel, to include other supervisors, engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of County paved and unpaved roads, bridges, right-of-ways, and drainage structures.
• Supervisory duties include scheduling, instructing, planning and assigning work, reviewing work, evaluating performance, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, recommending the selection of new employees, allocating personnel, acting on employee problems, and recommending employee transfers, promotions, discipline and discharge.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy, offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
• Schedules and supervises personnel in minor construction and maintenance work, which include but are not limited to the clearing of right-of-ways, building and maintaining drainage structures, painting and minor repair of bridge structures, concrete and asphalt pavements and signage.
• Assists, reviews, and makes recommendations to the Road Supervisor in the preparation of accurate project estimates and schedules, ordering of materials, coordination of construction activities, and supervision of the project construction under time and budget constraints.
• Ensures all roads, right-of-ways and related structures are maintained within Florida Department of Transportation guidelines and County ordinances.
• Inspects work in progress for compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws and regulations, and standards of quality and safety.
• Reviews daily and weekly records of operations, personnel, equipment and material usage and submits weekly reports to Road Director.
• Maintains material and supply inventories.
• Performs survey work as required.
• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working conditions.
• Ensures timely preparation of the department payroll, approves and/or denies employee leave requests.
• Assists with the development and monitoring of the department budget.
• Receives and responds to public inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding road conditions and department activities.
• Assists with ensuring the maintenance and repair of all County owned vehicles, heavy equipment and any other equipment assigned to the department.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, subordinates, other County supervisors and employees, contractors, Local, State and Federal agencies, vendors, and the general public.
• Performs a variety of routine general house/grounds keeping duties as required.
• Performs a variety of office duties as required, which include but are not limited to, preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, attending meetings, answering the telephone etc.
• Operates a vehicle, truck, heavy equipment, hand/power tools, telephone, two-way radio, survey instruments, etc. Exercises care and safety in the use and maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by five (5) years of experience in the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges and drainage structures, including three (3) years of experience in concrete/asphalt surface preparation and two (2) years of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid State Drivers License.

Must successfully complete and maintain FDOT Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic course and DEP Stormwater erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector Training Program courses within 12 months of hire date

The range for this position is $59,739.56 - $90,900.78. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits .

Nassau County is a Drug Free Workplace & Equal Opportunity Employer; Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with applicable laws.