Job Opening for Public Works Supervisor Position

Salary Range: $92,566 - $99,638 Exempt, Non-Union Position

Application deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 10^th.

About the Position

Join the City of Waite Park Public Works department in a leadership role as a Public Works Supervisor. This position will be responsible for overseeing the staff and work including the areas of: Streets-Alleys, Parks, Fleet Maintenance, Snow & Ice Control, Water, Sanitary Sewer, Stormwater, Government Buildings, and other duties as assigned.

We are looking for qualified candidates with a strong desire for public service, high ethical standards, and a strong work ethic for this position. We are looking for a candidate that has knowledge of this position, where you will perform supervisory and difficult skilled technical work including coordinating, assisting with scheduling, installation, maintenance, and repair of projects. Full oversight is exercised over all personnel including temporary and part-time employees within the department. This position will operate equipment in connection within the public works department, water treatment plant and utility system, and other related work as required. Work is performed under the direction of the Public Works Director.

Our benefits

We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including City contributions to a defined benefit plan (PERA), medical insurance, life insurance, sick and vacation accruals, long and short term disability and tuition reimbursement. Voluntary benefits include dental, vision, supplemental life, and access to a 457 deferred compensation plan.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and 5 or more years of experience in the public works field (supervisory experience preferred but not required.) with certifications as indicated in the Special Requirements section. Associates/Technical degree preferred.

Special Requirements

Possession of, or ability to obtain within 1 (one) year of employment:

• Class B or higher commercial driver's license with air brakes and tanker endorsement valid in the State of Minnesota.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within 3 (three) years of employment:

• Minnesota Department of Health Class C Water certification or the ability to obtain C license.
• Minnesota Department of Health Class B Water certification is preferred.
• Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Class S-C Wastewater certification or ability to obtain.

This position is a civil service position. The City of Waite Park is an equal opportunity employer.