Manager of Transportation

The City of Roanoke's Transportation Division is seeking a Manager of Transportation to direct, plan and coordinate the operation of the Transportation Division engaged in long range transportation programs, construction and maintenance of streets, paving, sidewalks, landscape maintenance, permitting for events and activities in the right of way, street signs, pavement marking, street lights, traffic signals and snow removal. Responsibilities entail accountability based on measurable cost effective results for the substance, efficiency, productivity and quality of activities performed within assigned division. Establishes objectives, plans and evaluates operations and the overall effectiveness of the division's services. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major in civil engineering or related field; five to ten years' experience in construction and maintenance of streets or related facilities and considerable managerial experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a Professional Engineer's license issued by the State of Virginia or ability to obtain within six months of employment. Must be a City resident or secure residence within the City limits within 12 months of employment. The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer. To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community. This is an exempt position. SUMMARY Directs, plans and coordinates the operation of the Transportation Division engaged in long range transportation programs, construction and maintenance of streets, paving, sidewalks, landscape maintenance, permitting for events and activities in the right of way, street signs, pavement marking, street lights, traffic signals and snow removal. Responsibilities entail accountability based on measurable cost effective results for the substance, efficiency, productivity and quality of activities performed within assigned division. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plans, coordinates, and directs all facets of streets maintenance & traffic engineering for the City Oversees projects in process and evaluates completed projects for compliance with laws, regulations, and ordinances Establishes objectives, plans and evaluates operations and the overall effectiveness of the divisions services Implements divisional operational and personnel policies and recommends new or revised policies to the Director of Public Works Prepares divisions budget, and monitors and/or approves expenditures Implements snow and ice removal programs Oversees the ordering and inventory of materials and supplies for the division Coordinates interdepartmental activities Receives and responds to citizen's inquires and complaints Monitors the work of staff for conformance with city and division policies and practices and provides assistance when problems arise Attends meetings and provides technical assistance covering street maintenance & traffic engineering programs Prepares long-range plans for the division that include financial analysis and project review Represents the City for street inspections, commissions related to transportation and associated transportation activities Develops the City's annual street paving program Coordinates street lighting program Oversees permitting process for assemblies, parades, banners, outdoor dining, dumpsters, and other activities in the right of way Administers the City's Right of Way Excavation and Restoration program Coordinates the division's emergency services and responses and environmental management program Oversees the division's training and safety programs Analyzes transportation and traffic information to evaluate level of service provided to citizens Designs and manages the implementation of street/intersection traffic flow improvement projects Recommends City position relative to large amounts of State highway funding to the City for approval and presentation at public hearings Develops information on street maintenance and traffic engineering issues for release to media for the public SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises approximately 70 employees in the Transportation Division. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major in civil engineering or related field; five to ten years of experience in construction and maintenance of streets or related facilities and considerable managerial experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must be a City resident or secure residence within the City limits within 12 months of employment. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from citizens, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community orally and in writing. Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret and deal with an extensive variety of variables. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Possession of a Professional Engineer's license issued by the State of Virginia or ability to obtain within six months of employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This is a job description and not an individualized position description. A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr