Roads Division Operations & Maintenance Leader

Spokane County Washington; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Spokane County is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Administrator to lead the Roads Division. You will plan, budget, organize, and direct all road-related activities including bridges, striping, snow removal, and asset management.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with multiple agencies, and experience in large public works environments. Candidates should possess strong budgeting, policy development, and communication skills to drive service levels and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil or environmental engineering, hydrogeology, public or business administration, finance, or a closely related field.
• Master’s degree in business or public administration is desirable.
• Five (5) or more years of broad-scope, progressing responsibilities and high-level management experience in a local government setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the Roads Division, driving continuous improvement and employee development.
• Develop long-range maintenance programs and strategic plans for roadway infrastructure.
• Prepare maintenance division budget and monitor costs; oversee equipment repair and replacement funds.
• Represent the County in negotiations, MOUs, and contract labor matters and coordinate with external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Policy development

Communication

Contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering or related field

Master’s degree in business or public administration (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word processing

Databases

Job description

Spokane County is seeking an Operations & Maintenance Administrator to lead the Roads Division. You will plan, budget, organize, and direct all road-related activities including bridges, striping, snow removal, and asset management.

The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with multiple agencies, and experience in large public works environments. Candidates should possess strong budgeting, policy development, and communication skills to drive service levels and safety.