Patrol Superintendent at Sawyer County; WI – Hayward, Wisconsin

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The Patrol Superintendent is responsible for all highway operations, including construction, snow plowing, and planning for highway projects. Oversees maintenance of County Highways (such as crack filling, chip sealing, ditching, mowing, and paint stripping) and construction activities (paving, underground excavating, asphalt plant operation, parks, and planning projects). Works directly with local county and state officials on road maintenance and construction. This position monitors highway conditions to ensure public safety and responds during bad weather when needed. The Patrol Superintendent acts in the absence of and on behalf of the Highway Commission as assigned.

A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree is preferred. Candidates with over five years of highway maintenance experience are preferred. Supervisory experience is desirable but not required. A valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is necessary.

The salary and benefits package includes health insurance, Wisconsin Retirement System, life insurance, sick leave, vacation leave, and holiday pay. Starting salary for this position is $69368 to $73236 DOQ, based on 2080 hours per year.

Applicants must complete and submit the Sawyer County application form. The full position description and application can be obtained from the Sawyer County website at www.sawyercountygov.org, the Sawyer County Human Resources Office in the Courthouse at 10610 Main Street, Suite 23, Hayward, WI 54843, or electronically through the County website. This position is open until filled, and applications are reviewed as received. Sawyer County is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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Job Summary

The Patrol Superintendent is responsible for all Highway operations, construction, snow plowing, and planning for highway construction. Oversees all maintenance of County Highways (crack filling, chip sealing, ditching, mowing, paint stripping), and construction (paving, underground excavating, asphalt plant operation, parks and planning projects). Works directly with local, county, state officials for road maintenance and construction. This position is responsible for monitoring highway conditions for the safety of the traveling public. The Patrol Superintendent acts in the absence of, and on behalf of, the Highway Commission as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully with or without reasonable accommodations to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Dispatch Employees:

Dispatches employees and equipment needed for all highway maintenance activities.

Establish Work:

Patrols highways to establish work projects, monitors, and provides guidance for completion. Makes changes if a problem exists.

Monitor Weather:

Monitors weather- and weather-related road conditions and makes call-outs as needed on a 24-hour basis.

Acquisition of Projects:

Works with other government agencies to provide price quotes and scheduling.

Purchasing:

Acquires price quotes and make purchases needed of supplies to keep adequate inventories.

Daily Time Sheets:

Tracks daily time sheets. E.g., code time sheets so proper accounts are charged, and materials and equipment are accounted for.

Public Relations:

Responds to the public when there is a question or complaint.

Respond to Emergencies:

Dispatches employees and equipment as needed to respond to any emergency situation that may happen on a 24-hour/seven-days-a-week basis unless other arrangements have been made and approved by the Highway Commissioner.

Safety Training:

Develops training programs; train and monitor employees to guarantee safety rules are being followed.

Supervision Exercised

Working Foreman, Operator, Seasonal Help

Minimum Education Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma required, Associate’s Degree preferred.

Five-plus years of experience in highway maintenance preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

Requires a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications

In order to perform the functions and responsibilities of the position (listed above) the following knowledge, skills, and abilities are essential.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Ability to assign, supervise, and review the work of others.

Ability to make recommendations regarding the selection, discipline, and discharge of employees.

Ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including accident, inventory, and other reports, contractor permits, plat books, construction plans and documents, safety, and other manuals, etc.

Ability to prepare a variety of documents including storm reports, disciplinary reports, driveway permits, cost estimates, etc.

Ability to use and interpret construction terminology

Ability to communicate effectively with county and state department personnel, local officials, material suppliers, contractors, and the general public verbally and in writing.

In evaluating candidates for this position, Sawyer County may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time.

Infrequent periods of walking, standing, and climbing,

Infrequent periods of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed predominantly in an office setting.

Frequent stressful situations with irritated or agitated individuals, who may become hostile or violent.

Frequently working alongside moving traffic on roads.

EOE/ADA Statement

Sawyer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sawyer County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Nothing in this job description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.