Public Works Assistant Superintendent
Neenah, WI 
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to assign, coordinate, and supervise the collection of curbside items and supervise street, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer maintenance and repair. This position supervises the street department's forestry crew while working directly with the Park Superintendent (City forester) and the City's arborist on street right of ways and removals. This work is performed under the direction of the Superintendent of Public Works.

Candidate Pool:
Internal Applicants - The City of Neenah believes in the value of Pursing Growth and encourages current employees to seek promotional opportunities. Internal applicants meeting the minimum qualifications as outlined in this posting, who have met their probationary requirements, and who are not under any form of performance review are encouraged to apply through the City's application portal.
External Applicant - The City of Neenah welcomes external applicants who meet the minimum qualifications to apply for any of our posted positions through the City's application portal.

Selection Process:
Evaluation of qualifications, interview, skills assessment, background investigation.
Upon review of qualified candidates, internal applicants who meet the criteria listed above will be guaranteed an opportunity to interview. Internal applicants must apply by Friday May 31, 2024 for guaranteed interview
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
  • Plans, supervises, and schedules curbside collection and disposal.
  • Plans, supervises, and schedules maintenance and repair work for streets, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers.
  • Supervises snow and ice removal.
  • Supervises the City's Drop Off Center including attendants and outside vendors.
  • Conducts time studies to improve collection duties.
  • Oversees the City's commercial business garbage contract.
  • Coordinates Diggers Hotline requests.
  • Supervises and schedules subordinates. Prioritizes duties and evaluates work performance. Participates in rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving those issues.
  • Assists in training and development of personnel.
  • Maintains personnel records.
  • Instructs employees regarding safety, assists in coordinating annual training, and is a standing member of the City's "Safe Team Committee."
  • Assist in employee selection, including interviewing, hiring, and firing discussions. Participates in applicant screening.
  • Conducts surveys or holds discussions to determine equipment/employee needs.
  • Provides on-call response to emergencies. (Rotating schedule)
  • Performs Superintendent duties in his/her absence.
  • Assist with negotiation of refuse and recyclable disposal contracts.
  • Participates in community organization meetings as assigned.
  • Prepares work orders. Assists in ordering supplies and materials.
  • Receives and responds to complaints, questions, and concerns from the public.
  • Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 3 years of progressively responsible public works maintenance, supervisory experience, or combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Certifications in hazardous material control, confined space entry, and alcohol and drug abuse training are required.
  • Valid Wisconsin commercial driver's license is required.
  • State of Wisconsin Class A and B fuel system operator's license (within 6 months of hire).
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of City and Department policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of State and Federal safety regulations
  • Knowledge of basic mathematics
  • Knowledge of modern office equipment, practices, procedures
  • Skill in planning and organizing work independently
  • Skill in interpersonal relations
  • Skill in oral and written communication
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work
  • Ability to make a split decision based on facts and ability to defend the decision made
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
  • The Superintendent of Public Works assigns work in terms of general instructions and spot -checks the end result to ensure departmental standards are met.
GUIDELINES:
  • City policies and procedures and department standard operating procedures
  • City Ordinances
  • State and Federal Safety regulations and guidelines
  • These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY:
  • The work may be conducted outside and subject to various weather conditions
  • The ability to multi-task is required
PERSONAL CONTACTS:
  • Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city personnel, vendors, business owners, citizens, and the general public
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:
  • Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, and to provide services
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as all vehicles and equipment used in the department.
  • Ability to perform highly skilled movements such as heavy equipment operation.
  • Ability to exert moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds on occasion
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The work is typically performed throughout the City and in the office
  • Exposure to a variety of weather elements may occur, varying from high heat and humidity to bitter cold temperatures, snow, ice, and heavy rain.
  • Exposure to moderate to loud noises or equipment may occur
  • Exposure to dirt, grit, household waste products, fumes, or airborne particles may occur
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts and traffic hazards may occur
  • Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals may occur
  • Some travel between office locations exists
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Management of daily operations of curbside collection and street department staff
  • Indirect management of personnel within the curbside collection and street department staff

For information regarding benefits, please contact our office at humanresources@neenahwi.gov.

 

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Job Summary
Company
City of Neenah
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$68,784.00 - $98,792.00 Annually
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3+ years
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