The Director of Public Works/Utilities Manager position is a full time, salaried appointed position under the general supervision and direction of the Village President and the Village Board.
The Director of Public Works/Utilities Manager shall be appointed by a majority vote of the Village Board solely on the basis of merit, training, experience, administrative ability, efficiency and general qualifications for performing the duties of the position. This position plans, organizes, directs and supervises the Department of Public Works/Utilities.
Functions includes the management of the streets, sidewalks, building maintenance, parks, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water distribution, electric utility, dam facilities, hydro-electric dam, wastewater treatment pond lagoon system, refuse collection & recycling, contracted services, vehicle maintenance, weed commissioner, forester, engineering and all other public works projects and programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.
- General charge and supervision of all streets, sidewalks, as well as Water, Storm-Sewer, Wastewater and Electric utilities in the Village and the employees of those departments.
- Responsible for the maintenance, repair and operations of public infrastructure including: maintenance of Village equipment and maintenance, repair of streets, and both surface/sub-surface infrastructure (i.e. storm water structures, force-mains, etc.)
- Maintenance of all Village buildings and properties, to include parks, water towers, wells, the wastewater treatment plant, electric sub-stations, lift stations, yard waste site and a material storage site.
- Produce required regulatory reports and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, law codes and enforcement factors (PSC/DNR, etc.)
- Produce and finalize the PSC Annual Audit Report and work closely with the Village
- Perform rate cases as needed or suggested by the auditor and approved by the Pardeeville Public Utilities Commission.
- Responsible for the supervision of snow removal, street cleaning, pest control and other activities as designated by the Village Board.
- Serves as the Village Weed Commissioner and Village
- Inventory and manage all trees within the Village’s Right-of-
- Reviews, recommends and supervises all Village construction and maintenance projects. Solicits bids, analyzes bids, negotiates bids, and recommends awarding of bids or construction projects.
- Reviews and references the Village ordinances for projects as required by Village Code and/or Wisconsin State Statutes (building codes, zoning codes, etc.).
- Coordinate with the Village engineers to prepare, or assists, with the preparation of plans, specifications, and bid documents for Capital Improvement projects or other projects as directed by the Village Board.
- Develop and administer a 5-year operational plan for Streets/Utilities, 5-year Capital improvement plan for the Public Works/Utility departments.
- Develop and maintain a 10-year vehicle replacement
- Assist and cooperate with local community clubs, groups, and organizations for the betterment of the village.
- Attend Village Board, Plan Commission, Public Utility Commission, Finance & Personnel, Public Works, and Parks & Property Meetings unless excused by the Village President. Attend other Boards, Commissions and/or Committees at the direction of the Village President or Village Board.
- Represent the Village at meetings and
Personnel Duties
- Responsible for the administrative direction, coordination and training of all employees of the Public Works/Utilities according to the Village’s established organizational
- Annually evaluates the performance of all Public Works/Utility
- Consults with the Village President or Village Board regarding the appointment, promotion, discipline, suspension or termination of employees.
- Act as safety compliance officer for the Public Works and Utilities departments. Ensure that all Public Works/Utility operations are carried out using industry’s best practices.
- Ensure safety training is being completed for Public Works/Utilities employees as required (AED, CPR, Hearing tests, etc.).
Budgeting and Purchasing Duties for Public Works
- Be responsible, under the direction of the Village Board, for the timely accumulation of all information required for the department of public works and utilities.
- Works directly with the Clerk/Treasurer in preparation and compilation of the annual
- Administer and manage the Public Works and Utility budgets as adopted by the Village
- Assist the Clerk/Treasurer with coding of invoices related to Public Works/Utility
- Works directly with the Clerk/Treasurer with securing contracts and bids for various
Education and Skill Requirements
- Minimum of a high school diploma with 3-5 years relevant work
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public or business administration, project management or a related field is preferred, but not required.
- Specialized training and ability to obtain and maintain required licenses and certifications, as required.
- Must possess a valid WI driver’s
- General use of computers/software.
- Pass a drug test/physical
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all Village of Pardeeville and client-related
- Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written
- Knowledge of business correspondence format and
- Ability to work with minimum supervision once the on-the-job training is
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with the general public and other staff members.
- Dedication, motivation to work cooperatively with co-workers with a positive
- Must be bondable according to Wisconsin State
- Experience and knowledge of activities and specific tasks of all aspects of Public Works/Utilities operations, including but not limited to street operations, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water and electric.
- General understanding and knowledge of engineering principles and drawings, GIS
- Experience in the operation of loaders, dump/haul trucks, power/hand tools,
- Understanding of grants and grant application processes. Grant writing experience is a
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull at least 25 pounds
- Frequent bending, lifting, twisting, stretching, squatting, sitting, standing and walking
- Visual acuity
- Ability to hear normal conversation
- Ability to communicate in a clear manner
- Good manual dexterity of hands and fingers
- Operate vehicles, machinery, power tools and hand
- Person must be able to walk, stand, carry, lift, grasp and hold without
- The wearing of personal protective equipment
- Ability to perform a variety of manual labor tasks in a variety of physical and weather-related environments.
The Village of Pardeeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act, the Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.