Director, Roads & Bridges

This position is responsible for directing roads and bridges operations for Telfair County.

Major duties include: Directs the daily operations or the Public Works Department, including road maintenance, equipment repair and maintenance; Oversees all public works operations to ensure completion in an efficient and effective manner; Answers citizens concerns and addresses them In a timely manner; Trains, assigns, directs, supervises and evaluates personnel; Responds to after-hours emergencies; Reviews employee time cards; approves leave requests; Performs Infrastructure Inspections; Prepares and monitors annual budgets; Develops long- and short-tern public works plans; Performs related duties.

Knowledge and skills include: Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in public works construction, repair, and maintenance; Knowledge or vehicle maintenance and repair methods and practices; Knowledge or departmental and safety policies and procedures; Knowledge of federal and state laws and local ordinances relevant to departmental operations; Knowledge of the geography of the county, including road and street names and locations; Knowledge of county policies and procedures, including purchasing and budgeting procedures; Knowledge of the operation and preventative maintenance of a variety of equipment; Skill in budgeting and public financial management; Skill in supervision and management; Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints; Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, calculator, copier, and facsimile machine; Skill in Interpersonal relations,

Minimum qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• More than five years related experience required

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated

  
  

  Email request for an application may be sent to: telfairco@gmail.com or tcacctg@gmail.com. Additional applications may be obtained from the Telfair County Board of Commissioners, 91 Telfair Ave., McRae-Helena, GA 31055. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm.

  
  

All applications must be returned to the aforementioned address.

The deadline for completed applications in Friday, July 11, 3:00 pm. Resumes with work history, experience and education, may be attached to completed application.

Telfair County is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.