General Maintenance Supervisor II - Flood Control/Stormwater

Distinguishing Features of Work Join the City of Wichita as the General Maintenance Supervisor 2 – Flood Control/Stormwater and take on a leadership role at the forefront of infrastructure management. In this dynamic position, you will leverage your technical expertise and strategic vision to help ensure the integrity of the city's stormwater and flood control systems. You’ll lead and inspire teams dedicated to maintaining and improving essential infrastructure such as levees, stormsewer pipe networks, inlet structures, and stormwater pump stations. As a key player in planning and supervising critical field operations, you will collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and other city staff to ensure optimal performance and the long‑term sustainability of the city’s stormwater and flood control systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a team of experts and exercise independent judgment to maintain and improve utility‑owned drainage infrastructure and the MS Mitch Mitchell Floodway. Your efforts will have a direct impact on public safety and community resilience. If you are passionate about infrastructure management, high quality public services, and making a tangible difference in the city’s future, this is the perfect opportunity for you. The days and hours for this position: Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑5:00 pm Anticipated starting salary: $66,342.00 - $94,184.00 (based on experience and qualifications) Bargaining Unit: Employees Council Examples of Work Performed Posting may close at anytime** Examples of Work Performed Assists the Stormwater Engineer with the preparation of annual renewal and replacement plans. Assists the Stormwater Engineer with the development of plans and management of capital projects. Plans and supervises the work of technical and non-technical employees. Assist the Stormwater Engineer with project feasibility studies; recommends action to leadership. Assists with negotiations related to consultant contracts and monitors contract performance. Assists with planning, development, coordination, and scheduling of project work such as renewal and replacement and capital projects and related financial tasks. Confers with consultants, field engineers, contractors, utility companies, and suppliers of materials and equipment. Evaluates work completed by consultants and staff for quality control and adherence to City standards. Ensures conformity with plans, specifications, standards, and policies. Develops cost estimates of work programs. Keeps records and prepares technical reports of work actives. Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle. These examples are provided to generally outline the key tasks assigned to the Flood Control Supervisor and the Stormwater Utility Supervisor and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed Requirements of Work Knowledge of materials, methods and practices essential to the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of flood control structures, storm water pump stations, and drainage ways; and knowledge of principals of civil engineering as they apply to the maintenance and operation of drainage systems. Knowledge of occupational hazards and precautions applicable to a maintenance operation. Knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, and materials used in reconstruction and maintenance. Knowledge of modern methods and techniques of design, construction, maintenance of public improvement projects, and environmental and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional engineering. Ability to quickly develop knowledge of the City's drainage systems and the Wichita Valley Center Flood Control project. Ability to quickly develop thorough knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations. Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others. Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and drawings, and keep records and make technical reports. Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information. Ability to recognize needed repairs and to make time and material estimates. Ability to develop cost estimates for public improvement projects. Ability to lay out and direct the design of construction projects of broad scope. Ability to resolve unusual construction complaints. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and the public. Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret building plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as twenty characters per inch; work outdoors when inclement weather conditions are present; tolerate airborne environmental nuisances associated with outdoor sites; traverse uneven, unstable, and sometimes slippery terrain. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license. An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace Experience and Training Required Experience And Training Graduation from a four‑year college with a degree in engineering, science, construction management or public administration. Three years of progressively responsible experience performing engineering or science duties such as designing, inspecting, or maintaining stormwater systems; analyzing environmental data; preparing technical reports; ensuring regulatory compliance; or overseeing infrastructure projects. One year of experience supervising staff in the performance of engineering or science duties. A valid Kansas driver’s license. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Preferred Experience And Training Graduation from a four‑year college with a bachelor’s degree in civil, Environmental or Stormwater engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Kansas. Designation as a Certified Floodplain Manager One year of experience in project planning, cost estimation, and contract management. Familiarity with federal and state regulations governing flood control and stormwater management. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre‑employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links: The City of Wichita is committed to providing a competitive pay and benefits package that helps the City hire and keep good employees. Find out more about what the City offers in the following sections. City Council Benefits Include Medical Benefits Prescription Drug Benefits Vision Coverage Teladoc Virtual Care Healthy Living Programs Dental Coverage Life Insurance Long‑term Disability Insurance Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Cafeteria Plan (Pre‑tax for medical premiums) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation Long‑term Care Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED