Manager – Construction Operations – City of Toledo

Title of the Job: Manager – Construction Operations

Location: Toledo, OH

Job Description: DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:
This position will report to the Commissioner. Due to the broad amount of work that the Division performs and for better efficiency, the Manager positions will be split into two different sections, whereby one Manager will be in charge of all cleaning operations and the new position will be over all construction operations.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Will be responsible for all construction activities such as Utility Restorations, Streets and Alley Repairs, Crack Sealing, Engineering, Bridge Section and paving programs
• Plans, directs and coordinates projects to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out correctly in a timely manner
• Assists in the operation of snow and ice control
• Assists in the operation of leaf collection
• Utilizes independent judgment in the interpretation of policies, procedures, rules and regulations
• Prepares or assists in preparation of the annual budget and oversees the budget in construction related areas and projects
• Assists with creating each year’s divisional bid assignment document
• Represents division/department at meetings and in litigation
• Hears employee complaints and grievances and adjusts and/or recommends disposition of the same
• Counsels employees and/or initiates disciplinary actions and conducts employee investigations and/or hearings
• Participates in the review process for prospective employees and makes recommendations regarding appointments

REQUIRED, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

• Standard roadway, street and alley construction and repair/maintenance
• Planning and implementing construction projects
• Record keeping procedures and report preparation
• Municipal operations

Skill in:

• Presenting ideas clearly and persuasively, verbally and in writing
• Computers and programs related to budget, scheduling and planning construction programs

Ability to:

• Plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Exercise sound judgment in making decisions

REQUIRED EDUCATION,EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Civil Engineering or a closely related. If a candidate does not possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the above referenced areas, consideration will be given to individuals who possess an additional 3-4 years of directly related experience.
• Four (4) years of experience in street construction, maintenance and repair
• Two (2) years of general supervisory experience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Experience working or directing a large number of employee’s on complex projects

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described within this job description 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.
In this position, the employee will frequently stand, walk, and sit. The position will require the employee to drive a company owned vehicle. The employee will rarely lift, carry, push, pull, drag and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasional stooping, kneeling, twisting, and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. This employee will continuously have to travel to multiple worksites. At times, this position will occasionally require extended work hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually low; however, occasional moderate background noise can occur.If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (419) 245-1500.Class Code: Manager-Public Services (7370)The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.Health InsuranceThe City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.Group Life InsuranceCity employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.Ohio Public Employees Retirement PlanThe City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.For more information about OPERS, click on this link:Deferred Compensation & 401(K)The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link:401(k)The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.Roth 401(k)The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.01Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?

• Yes
• No

02If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.03Do you possess a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

04What is your highest level of education?

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the above

05Please list the major and any concentrations of your Bachelor’s Degree?06How many years of experience do you have in street construction, maintenance and repair?

Company Name: City of Toledo

Salary: $75287.68 – 106335.84 per year

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