Maintenance And Operations Superintendent - Urban Forestry

Salary : $59,557.00 - $89,337.00 Annually
Location : Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 29M00000820
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/28/2023
Closing Date: 12/28/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Maintenance and Operations Superintendent in the Urban Forestry Division. The incumbent is responsible for providing leadership and supervision to staff as well as managing and establishing rapport with internal and external customers.
Duties include but are not limited to

• Overseeing, supervising, and managing the daily Maintenance and Operations of the Division of Urban Forestry, including ensuring programs meet goals and objectives; performing risk management assessments; reviewing and approving purchases, planning jobs, coordinating scheduling, communicating with vendors, contractors, City departments, or agencies; and monitoring for compliance with quality, contractual, or regulatory standards
• Administering personnel management, including recommending disciplinary actions as well as setting performance measures and objectives
• Generating and review service requests
• Conducting bi-weekly safety meetings
• Serving as a liaison between the Urban Forestry Division as well as internal and external customers
• Providing supervisory direction and support over paraprofessional and support staff, including assigning, overseeing, and monitoring work assignments and activities, analyzing field operations, etc.
• Performing site visits, inspections, and audits as part of oversight on quality assurance and compliance activities. Works closely with contractors, vendors, City departments, and other agencies to identify and resolve critical issues and coordinate delivery of program services
• Performing budgeting and forecasting activities; manages procurement requests. Implements and oversees major initiatives and programs
• Addressing and resolving escalated complaints or issues such as outstanding work orders, plant emergencies, and other concerns

**City of Richmond Department of Public Works employees who perform duties in this class are considered essential employees and may be required to work during times of emergencies, natural disasters, and inclement weather.**
Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
Knowledge, Skills& Abilities or some combination of the following:
Management practices. Program development and delivery. Plan development. Standard equipment and tools used in area of focus. Contract negotiations and procedures. Reading blueprints and construction drawings. Application process for new permitting. High tension rigging systems. Customer service principles and techniques. Completing forms and understand document workflow. Reading permits to determine the total load and size of the proper regulator. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Effective oral/written communication. Strong customer service. Leadership skills. Presentations to include public speaking. Grant writing and administration. Organization. Operating maintenance or construction equipment. Data Management. Supervising employees. Visual inspection. Scheduling third-party contractors.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree in a related field or vocational technical training
  
• Bachelor's degree preferred;
• Five years of experience related to the assignment
• Two years of experience at the senior or lead or supervisor level
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification
• This position requires a current and valid commercial driver's license (CDL)

PREFERRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency with CityWorks or similar work order management system;
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Some assignments may require a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire;
• Some assignments may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License;
• Some assignments may require a certification in a related skilled trade or in the area of focus.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans-We are an Official V3 Certified Company.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
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10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

02
5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following:Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

03
Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's/Advanced Degree
• None of the above

04
Do you have a current and valid driver's license or ability to obtain within 30-days of hire?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have a current and valid commercial driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06
Which best describes your years of experience planning, scheduling and inspecting maintenance work associated with Urban Forestry, Grounds, or similar maintenance environments?

• Less than five years of experience
• Five to six years of experience
• Seven to eight years of experience
• Nine or more years of experience

07
Which best describes your years of experience managing and evaluating assigned staff?

• Less than two years of experience
• Two to three years of experience
• Four to five
• Six or more years of experience

08
Which best describes your years of experience in budget planning and procedures?

• Less than five years of experience
• Five to six years of experience
• Seven to eight years of experience
• Nine or more years of experience

09
Which best describes your years of experience using CityWorks or a similar work order management system?

• Less than five years of experience
• Five to six years of experience
• Seven to eight years of experience
• Nine or more years of experience

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Employees in this job classification are designated ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL and must be available to report to work during disasters, inclement weather, and other declared emergencies. Are you available and willing to work under these conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question