Imagine if you were given an opportunity to assist in the planning and direction of the routine and emergency operation, maintenance and repair of the City's infrastructure systems which help keep our community the most livable and safe it can possibly be. If you have experience managing street maintenance, traffic operations, storm sewer maintenance, and levee maintenance systems, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze data, and have strong computer and public relations skills, you may be a great addition to our Public Works leadership team as a Street Superintendent. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson!

A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE & PLAY:

The City of Hutchinson, located in the heart of south-central Kansas on the Arkansas River, is the county seat of Reno County. Called "Hutch" or "Salt City" due to its rich salt mining history by locals, the city has a population of 40,000 and covers 61 square miles. Situated just 45 minutes northwest of Wichita, Hutchinson has an excellent quality of life, short commute times, strong public and private schools, a thriving healthcare system, and many of the amenities of large communities while preserving the spirit of small-town living.

The community is proud to be the home of two world class Smithsonian-affiliated museums: the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center and the Strataca Underground Salt Museum. Additionally, we're home to the Kansas State Fair, Hutchinson Community College and Area Vocational School, Prairie Dunes Golf Course, miles of hike/bike trails, a thriving downtown, robust farmers market and much more.

A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Public Works, the Street Superintendent leads and manages all street, levee, traffic signal, and stormwater maintenance and operations; schedules and coordinates a wide variety of field maintenance and repair work for City-owned levee system, storm sewer system, streets, curbs, ditches, culverts/bridges, traffic signals, street lighting, emergency warning sirens, traffic signing and traffic marking activities; and coordinates division's emergency response and support of State Fair and Community activities. More specifically, this position:

• Develops and oversees the implementation of the division's operating goals, standard operating procedures, quality control, and training program; oversees the division's operating budgets and assists in the development of capital improvement programs;
• Prioritizes, plans, directs, and coordinates through subordinate level supervisors the work tasks such as crack seal, street repair, ditch repair, sidewalk repair and replacement, installation of large diameter crossroad pipe, storm sewer system maintenance and repair, traffic signal maintenance and repair, levee maintenance and repair, pavement marking maintenance and repair, and street sign maintenance;
• Determines labor force, materials, and equipment requirements required for maintenance and construction projects; meets with residents and engineering staff during projects; inspects work in progress by visiting site, walking around site, and observing work in progress; makes suggestions and offers instructions to workers; approves the use of special equipment for various projects; decides on work to be performed in-house or by contract; reviews new methods of repair for possible adoption by department;
• Daily review of reported problems, work orders, and requests; assigns work to subordinates and coordinates activities/projects with other units, utilities, contractors, etc.; visually and physically inspects work in-progress and completed work;
• Directs field operations during major emergencies such as storms, floods, fires, and other natural disasters; implements snow removal plan for the Division; checks snow removal plan effectiveness through inspections of streets;
• Oversees all street, levee, traffic signal and stormwater employees; interviews, hires, trains and supervises subordinates; reviews performance and counsels employees on performance-related issues; recommends merit adjustments, bonuses, promotions, reclassifications, intra-division transfers, and all disciplinary actions;
• Receives and processes citizen complaints, comments, and questions; contacts other divisions and departments of complaints regarding their service areas; investigates citizen complaints by visiting site in question and evaluates and prioritizes work to be performed; contacts citizen by phone or in person with a response to complaints;
• Promotes and ensures work is done safely for workers, motorists, and pedestrians; instructs crews as to proper traffic control area, signing, barricading, safety equipment, and procedures; periodically checks work sites to ensure safety procedures are being followed; updates safety rules and regulations and standard operating procedures as required; reviews accident reports and directly investigates major incidents;
• Assists with specification design of construction projects by contract forces; gathers information regarding project requirements and specifications; reviews submitted bids and makes recommendations for retaining contractor; coordinates construction activities with contractor; oversees project construction by site visits and working with contractors;
• Oversees preparation and retention of maintenance records through an automated work management system; develops systems for ensuring accurate record keeping of all maintenance activities, ensuring that proper data is gathered, recorded, and tracked for all maintenance activities; prepares reports, project performance analysis, and performance measurements;
• Supervises special projects performed by City workers by reviewing blueprints; determining material, equipment, and labor needs; procuring equipment, materials, and supplies; determining sequence of construction and monitoring construction; supervises and directs the work of employees through inspections;
• Coordinates and administers selection, procurement, payment and storage and disbursement of materials, supplies and equipment; reviews appropriate staff inventory levels, usage patterns, purchasing, accounting, and problem resolution; advises and instructs on amounts and items to be purchased; approves orders; and
• Represents the Division and the City of Hutchinson at various professional organizations and public service steering and planning committees.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Science, Public Administration, or other closely related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of supervisory and managerial experience in a related field is required. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within 1 year of employment.
• A valid Kansas Driver's License is required.
• Applicants must live within 25 minutes of the City of Hutchinson Public Works facility and be able to report to the facility within 30 minutes for after-hours emergency calls.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The salary range for the Street Superintendent is $54,589 - $81,883, depending on qualifications. The City of Hutchinson strongly supports professional development and work-life balance, and offers an excellent total compensation package. Benefits include: health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, KPERS retirement & 457 retirement savings plan, life insurance & optional voluntary life insurance, insured disability, death benefit, vacation leave, sick leave, floating holidays, city designated holidays, and an employee assistance program.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.