Operations Superintendent City of Staunton (Public Works)

CITY OF STAUNTON

OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT

The City of Staunton located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Operations Superintendent. Come join our highly professional team dedicated to serving this dynamic city and its citizens. For more information about the Department of Public Works please visitPublic Works.The City of Staunton offers highly competitive compensation and benefits. Staunton with a relatively low cost of living is known for its history architecture arts and cultural and culinary delights. One of the prettiest and most progressive towns in the Southand 20 charming mountain towns to visit this fallSouthern Living

Under the administration of the Director of Public Works the Operations Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operational activities in the areas of streets equipment maintenance traffic signals and signs and parking. This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure to include but not limited to streets sidewalks bridges right-of-way and storm water systems as well as the maintenance and repair of all city equipment signals signage and markings. Responsible for department-wide safety training and compliance and ensures compliance with all state and federal environmental regulations and laws. Assists the Director of Public Works in the development of long-range plans programs and objectives in support of the maintenance repair and construction of public infrastructure.

TheOperations Superintendentwill be responsible for the following broad areas:

• Streets Drainage & Infrastructure;
• Equipment Maintenance Traffic and Parking;
• Safety Environmental & Compliance;
• Personnel Budget & Administration and;
• Stakeholder Relations.

The individual will have knowledge of: maintenance of streets sidewalks storm-water facilities traffic signals and signs; equipment and motor maintenance practices; federal and state regulations pertaining to street maintenance and repair and traffic control devices and systems including the MUTCD; VDOT (or similar DOT) standards and best practices; environmental laws and best practices; safety principles and practices including OSHA.

The individual will have the following skills and abilities:

• Review and analyze plans and specifications for the maintenance repair and construction of public infrastructure.
• Develop work schedules and recurring maintenance and repair programs.
• Prepare reports provide analysis and recommendations.
• Develop small project and material/cost estimates.
• Develop operational policies plans and procedures.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of multiple subordinates and divisions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with City officials other public officials employees utility companies contractors and the general public.
• Lead and manage staff.

Minimum education of a high school diploma or GED equivalent is required. An associates degree in a technical field or equivalent is required. Requires a minimum of four to five years of public works experience (or equivalent) with a focus on street maintenance expertise construction standards and practices supervisory experience and project management. Must have demonstrated experience in supervision with strong leadership and management skills. Position is responsible for determining compliance with local state and federal codes and laws; makes recommendations for action of city administration and council; determining construction contractor compliance with all specs and contract terms.

Position must be available to work evenings and weekends in the event of emergencies or severe adverse weather conditions. Attendance is occasionally required at community/neighborhood meetings and/or City Council meetings. Individual may be called in by on-call personnel for additional assistance.

Excellent benefits include participation in the Virginia Retirement System paid-time off group life insurance and medical insurance. Driving record and criminal background check is required. Random drug screenings post-employment.

FLSA: Exempt

Grade: 21

Hiring Range: $90000-$125000: DOE/DOQ

Start Date: On or around early to mid June 2026

Reports To: Director of Public Works

The recruitment will close on May 7 2026; however the recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. For a complete job description please contact:

Jonathan Venn Chief Human Resources Officer

City of Staunton/Staunton City Schools

116 West Beverley St (Human Resources 2^nd Floor City Hall)

Staunton VA. 24401

The City ofStauntonis an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.