CITY SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF FOWLER – JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: CITY SUPERINTENDENT

REPORTS TO: GOVERNING BODY

The City Superintendent is responsible for completion of all requirements for city water and sewer systems. The City Superintendent must be highly organized, able to prioritize, and have excellent Time Management skills and experience. The City Superintendent will directly report to the mayor and Governing Body.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• This is an active working supervisory role
• Follow protocol, harvest water samples, and send to the lab
• Keep accurate data and well organized reports of the water sample results
• Meet deadlines established by The Council, KRWA, KDHE, and Community Members
• Inform Governing Body of needs to provide required city water and sewer service
• The City Superintendent shall plan, organize, schedule, assign, and participate in work required for water, sewer, street, park, ball fields, golf course, city equipment and structures for operation of municipality
• The City Superintendent shall follow the established work plan, complete the required task on time, and follow up with a monthly report
• The City Superintendent shall attend monthly city meetings and provide reports/correspondences for all activities
• The City Superintendent shall establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, vendors, and general public/citizens
• The City Superintendent shall use judgment in directing all operations
• The City Superintendent should be able to communicate effectively with employees and the Governing Body
• The City Superintendent will be “on-call” on “off-normal” business hours and have a phone number that the emergency caller can get in touch with and will be answered and responded in a timely manner
• The City Superintendent shall respond to various needs, complaints and requests from the Governing Body and citizens in a timely and professional manner
• The City Superintendent is responsible for managing maintenance workers and any summer employees
• Job requires employees to follow all rules of the city handbook to complete work efficiently and safely and to perform all other duties as deemed necessary or assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• The City Superintendent must be able to work in a variety of extreme weather conditions
• The City Superintendent should be able to handle physical activities which include lifting items up to approximately 60 lbs, bending, pushing, and walking over rough terrain when working outside
• Have or Desire to have Certifications outlined by the City of Fowler and the Governing Body

(The Fowler City Council covers the expense of certifications for employees who do not currently hold any but are willing to pursue certification. Training sessions are typically conducted in Wichita, with the Council funding the education, examination, lodging, and meals. For employees who possess existing certifications, the Council also covers the costs associated with renewal and recertification. )

Employee Benefits:

• Compensation package includes a base salary that can increase with experience
• Allocation of $1000 towards insurance coverage
• Provision of a company automobile
• Potential for progression contingent upon advanced education in water and wastewater management
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick leave)
• KPERS Retirement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fowler, KS 67844 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fowler, KS 67844: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20