Public Works Operations Specialist

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Job Summary

Are you a master of organization with a knack for planning and logistics? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy making things run like a well-oiled machine? El Paso County is seeking a Public Works Operations Specialist to keep our roads, fleets, and facilities on track and on schedule.

In this vital role, you'll be the strategic powerhouse behind the Highway Division’s daily operations—developing, tracking, and refining detailed project and maintenance schedules, ensuring milestones are met, and projects stay on course. From procurement planning to progress reporting, your work will support everything from pothole repair to major infrastructure upgrades.

This position is perfect for someone who:

• Lives for the details, timelines, and checklists.
• Can manage data, deadlines, and dynamic situations with precision and poise.
• Enjoys collaborating with leadership, analyzing operations, and recommending smarter ways to get the job done.
  
  
  

You’ll also manage our Work and Asset Management Systems, help coordinate hiring and certifications, keep our teams informed, and support our Division’s administrative needs—all while delivering top-tier service to internal and external team members.

We want to hear from you if you have a sharp mind for scheduling, a strong sense of service, and a passion for Public Works. Step into a role where your behind-the-scenes magic keeps the wheels turning—literally.

Hiring Range: $30.00 - $35.00

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Thursday, 6:30am – 5:00pm, subject to change.

Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.

Responsible for developing and overseeing detailed integrated project and maintenance schedules for an assigned Division of the Department of Public Works (DPW). Responsible for developing, planning, and scheduling project workflow and procurement; identifies required materials, tools, and equipment. Responsible for managing Work Management and Asset Management Systems for assigned Division. Oversees and tracks the status of projects and programs, ensures projects and programs meet scheduled milestones; communicates project and program status and deviations to Leadership. Performs administrative duties in support of the Division as needed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Develops, oversees, and maintains daily, weekly, monthly, and annual program schedules for the assigned Division utilizing best practices.
• Identifies relationships, milestones, and constraints for projects and programs of various types.
• Responsible for developing, planning, and scheduling project and program workflow and procurement in collaboration with Division Leadership.
• Analyzes level of service and production data for assigned projects and programs; performs mathematical calculations to determine materials, tools, and human resource requirements to meet scheduled milestones.
• Identifies required materials, tools, and equipment for projects; orders materials, tools, and equipment in coordination with the Resource Management Division; tracks materials, tools, and equipment ordered.
• Reviews work orders and customer service requests for accuracy; ensures all labor, parts, and materials have been invoiced prior to closing; closes work orders and customer service requests once complete.
• Responsible for overseeing and tracking the status of projects and programs; ensures projects and programs meet scheduled milestones. Communicates project and program status and schedules with Division Leadership and internal and external customers.
• Identifies, oversees, and communicates schedule deviations to Division Leadership. Evaluates schedule deviations and provides recommendations to ensure compliance with daily, weekly, monthly, and annual schedules.
• Monitors expected and unforeseen events that could negatively impact daily operations; reports those events to the Division Leadership, provides recommendations, and modifies schedules as necessary.
• Develops and maintains conceptual schedules for programmatic maintenance, including multi-year maintenance and replacement programs.
• Coordinates with Division Leadership and El Paso County Human Resources to schedule and track evaluations and interviews.
• Provides administrative support to the Division, including answering phones, data entry, managing purchase card programs, updating service level agreements, conducting inventory audits, scheduling and renewal of certifications, and employee licensing.
• Establishes and maintains records and filing systems for assigned Division projects and programs.
• Provides the highest level of customer service to internal and external customers.
• Compiles and analyzes data and provides requested information and reports; prepares presentations or reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  
  

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of construction and/or fleet operations and management-related issues, as well as related project and program scheduling.
• Must possess excellent customer service, organizational, planning, and administrative skills.
• Must have excellent organizational skills. Must possess strong analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail; ensures accuracy in work.
• Ability to produce timely and accurate reports; ability to make correct mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with County employees, Elected Officials, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, reprioritize as work situations change, and meet all required deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must possess a high level of professionalism and integrity to handle sensitive and confidential situations and information.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  
  
  

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Five years of experience in logistics, office management and scheduling, or a related field.
• Associate’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.
• Three years of leadership experience, including providing guidance and direction to other employees.
• Three years of experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree or higher in business administration management, construction management, project management, fleet management, or related field.
• Public works experience. Experience with asset and/or project management software.
• Administrative support and customer service experience.
  
  
  

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Microsoft Office Fundamentals certification or equivalent preferred.
  
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.
  
  
  

Work Conditions

Duties are performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional travel to County buildings, worksites, outlying yards, and field environment. Hybrid remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. May work in adverse weather conditions, possible exposure to people in stressful situations and hazardous situations, including close proximity to moving vehicles and traffic. Possible exposure to hazardous materials, such as antifreeze, lubricants, solvents, corrosives, fuels, and vapors. May require working after hours or modified shifts in the event of an emergency.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.

VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.