Operations Manager

Start Date: July 11, 2024 | End Date: January 07, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Public Works

The Operations Manager is part of an integral team within the Public Works Department.  The position performs administrative and professional work in the planning, organizing, directing and supervising the operations of all public works divisions in coordination with the Director of Public Works. This position operates under the general guidance and direct supervision of the Director of Public Works. Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Assists in the planning, directing, supervising, and coordinating of departmental operations; participates in the development of departmental strategic planning; assigns and prioritizes work activities, projects and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
• Directs division supervisors in the operation and maintenance of Town infrastructure. 
• Establishes performance expectations in consultation with the Director and evaluates performance of subordinate personnel. 
• Assists with the preparation of operating and capital improvement budgets and the control of expenditures.
• Develops work plans in consultation with the Director and monitors work for conformance to policies and procedures. 
• May assign duties in the absence of a supervisor.
• Responds to the public and other inquires relative to department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates issues and options regarding municipal public works and makes recommendations.
• Communicates with Supervisors during the development and progress of various projects.
• Participates in the interview process and recommends the appointment of personnel. 
• Coordinates staff training in conjunction with Human Resources and the Public Works Director.
• May provide assistance to the Stormwater Coordinator, as needed.  
• May assume the responsibilities of the Director, in his/her absence.
• Works effectively and positively with other employees and the general public regarding all aspects of the department.

We offer a 4-day work week.  We have 13 paid holidays a year.  We also offer health and dental insurance, short-term disability, clothing allowance, and an option for the Maine State Retirement System.  The starting annual salary is $72,912.21 - $83,668.44 annually.

Please click on the link below for a full job description:

https://windhammaine.us/DocumentCenter/View/10048/Operations-Manager

The position will remain open until filled and interviews can happen concurrently with the job posting.

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