Streets Supervisor

Job Title

Performs difficult technical and intermediate administrative work supervising the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, storm drains, sidewalks and related public facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Deputy Public Works Director. Supervision is exercised over all division personnel.

Physical Conditions This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, fingering, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

Essential Functions

Overseeing construction, maintenance and repair projects involving streets, storm drains and sidewalks; scheduling and inspecting work; scheduling and coordinating projects; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.

Coordinates and schedules street related maintenance activities and construction projects;

Establishes priorities and determines needs;

Reviews work orders, plans, drawings and related data and evaluates requirements of projects;

Coordinates the location and re-location of utilities and establishes layout of work to be performed; may draft or draw plans; identifies protected elements such as cables, pipes, monuments and trees;

Plans and schedules daily work assignments;

Prepares daily reports on division activities and projects; maintains records and files on all projects;

Inspects work of crews; oversees contracted services and newly developed infrastructure dedicated to the town, street cuts, and rights-of-way encroachments, to ensure compliance with standards, ordinances and requirements;

Recommends acceptance or non-acceptance of streets and other public improvements;

Reviews construction plans to ensure compliance with ordinances and industry standards, specifications and practices; submits written comments;

Supervises and coordinates work of contractors;

Prepares budget request for division; estimates project costs; prepares equipment and materials specifications and cost estimates;

Develops and implements winter weather plan;

Identifies and coordinates the repair and installation of street lights;

Coordinates and schedules the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices;

Provides a variety of special services to other departments when requested;

Responds to citizen inquiries and complaints;

Performs related tasks as required.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in street or storm drain maintenance or construction work including some supervisory experience. Special Requirements: Possession of a Class B CDL driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of street and storm drain repair and maintenance practices and techniques;

Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions of the work;

Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others;

Ability to prepare reports; dependability;

Skill in the operation of construction equipment;

Ability to operate computer equipment;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Benefits

The Town of Carrboro offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all permanent employees.

Health Insurance The Town provides a group medical insurance including family coverage through our medical provider, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. The Town pays 100% for the cost of employee-only coverage and shares the costs of adding family members (including domestic partners) to the town plan. Health insurance is effective the first day of the month following a new hire's start date.

Dental Insurance Dental insurance is an optional benefit administered through our dental provider, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. Dental coverage is paid for by the employee. Coverage for eligible dependents is also available.

Vision Insurance Vision insurance is a benefit offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. The Town pays 100% for the cost of employee-only coverage. The Town shared the costs of adding eligible family members to the plan.

Flexible Spending Account An optional benefit offered through our provider, Flex. Eligible health and dependent care expenses can be paid for with pre-tax dollars allocated onto a Visa card.

Paid Time Off Annual Leave: Permanent full-time employees earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon years of service. Permanent part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.

Sick Leave Permanent full-time employees accrue at a rate of one day per month of service or twelve days per calendar year. Shift employees of the Fire-Rescue Department earn sick leave at the rate of five, twenty-four-hour tour-of-duty days per calendar year. Permanent part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.

Paid-Time Off Permanent full-time employees receive three (3) days (36 hours for Fire-Rescue personnel) per calendar year of time to be used as needed. Time is pro-rated to employee's start date. Permanent part-time employees accrue a prorated amount of leave based on hours worked.

Paid Caregiver Leave Qualifying employees receive 240 hours of Paid Caregiver Leave to care for an immediate family member including birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from employee's leave bank.

Paid Holidays There are 13 official Town holidays. Employees in full or permanent part-time positions are eligible for paid holiday time.

Local Government Retirement System All employees in a permanent full or part-time position are required to contribute to the NC local government retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.

Supplemental Retirement Plan The Town makes a contribution of 5% for law enforcement officers and 3% for all other employees to town sponsored 401(k) administered through Empower. No employee match is required; however, employees have the option of making contributions on a pre- or post-tax basis. Employees also have the option of contributing to an NC 457 retirement plan.

Disability and Life Insurance Town Paid: The Town covers both long term disability and life/AD&D insurance for permanent employees.

Employee Paid: Employees have the option of enrolling in accident, critical illness, short-term disability, and purchasing supplemental life and dependent life insurance at their own expense.

Employee Assistance Program Employees and their dependents are eligible to receive free and confidential 24/7 counseling through the Town's Employee Assistance Program.

Additional Benefits Annual Service Level Benefit payment based on years of service beginning year zero (0) of permanent full-time employment. Paid in December each year. O2 Fitness membership paid for by the Town for permanent employees and dependents. Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Carrboro are eligible to open accounts at the Local Government Federal Credit Union. Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period. Bilingual/ Multilingual Compensation Program: $1250 annual stipend for certified bilingual/multilingual employees who provide translation and interpretation services for the Town once they successfully complete proficiency certification.