Streets District Supervisor Drainage

Streets District Supervisor - Drainage

The City of Colorado Springs Public Works Department is seeking a Streets District Supervisor (Drainage) to lead drainage operations and maintenance for the Citys street this key role youll supervise drainage projects (channel and pond maintenance stormwater infrastructure repair) as well as concrete and street maintenance programs. This includes pothole patching unimproved roadway maintenance street sweeping winter operations material recycling emergency response and pavement management assessment. You will also collaborate with other departments and programs to ensure high-quality public infrastructure maintenance across the community.

*This position is subject to budget-required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year and any furloughs subsequently approved.*

• Program & Project Oversight:

  • Supervise and coordinate drainage concrete and roadway maintenance projects to ensure quality efficiency and compliance with regulations.

  • Conduct job site inspections and monitor workflow final products and methods to ensure safety and proper use of public funds.

  • Participate in the development and implementation of goals objectives and policies for roadway and drainage operations.

  • Assist in preparing specifications and contracts for maintenance services and equipment acquisitions.

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable local state and federal permit requirements.

• Team Leadership & Staff Development:

  • Select train supervise and evaluate maintenance personnel.

  • Provide direction coaching and motivation to staff while fostering teamwork and accountability.

  • Identify and resolve problems correct deficiencies and promote safe work practices.

  • Prepare reports correspondence and documentation using computer systems and software applications.

• Coordination & Communication:

  • Coordinate assigned activities with other departments outside agencies organizations and the public.

  • Provide accurate information and resolve complaints problems and concerns from stakeholders.

  • Represent the Public Works Department at professional group meetings or committees staying current on new developments in roadway and drainage maintenance.
    
    

Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on theCity of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.

• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

• Operational characteristics services and activities of roadway and drainage programs.

• Equipment materials chemicals and supplies used in construction and maintenance.

• Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations.

• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously.

• Coordinate and execute snow removal operations.

• Interpret and enforce policies rules ordinances and regulations.

• Interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.

• Prepare and administer program budgets.

• Prepare clear and concise reports.

• Safely operate assigned vehicles and equipment.

• Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Experience:Five (5) years of full-time experience indrainage infrastructuremaintenance or a related field including one (1) year of lead and/or supervisory experience.

The following qualifications are not requiredbut they are considered desirable.Ifyou possess any ofthe preferred qualifications please include specific details inyour application.This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants

• Experience in construction management.
• Experience with design methods materials and equipment used in infrastructure maintenance.
• Experience managing operations in compliance with the MS4 (Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer System) Permit.
• Experience coordinating and applying for permits through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
• Possess Permanent Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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