Highway Superintendent

Winnebago County is hiring a dedicated and experienced Highway Maintenance Superintendent (official title) which is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug & alcohol procedures, must be available to report to work during regular business hours and must be available after hours to respond to emergencies and/or highway conditions.

This position plans, schedules, and supervises highway projects and costs. Performs related duties including preparing estimates, supervising employees, inspecting projects, developing policies and procedures while promoting a culture of safety and possessing strong leadership skills.

WHY APPLY TODAY?

• From April to October: 4 days on/3 days off, working 10 hour days (6am-4pm). From April - October: 5 days on/2 days off, working 8 hour days (7am-3pm). This position will require on call duties.
• Health Insurance with a free employee health clinic for enrollees, spouse, and minor dependents (on site staff include a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physical Therapist, and Health Coach)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance NEW 2025!
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by the County)
• Pension (WRS) with 100% employer match!
• Flex Spending Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25 days of PTO earned throughout the calendar year upon hire. PTO increases with years of service.

*Enjoy up to 7 weeks of benefit time off in your first year of hire!

**Must fill out a County Application To Be Considered**

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:

Manages the daily functions of the Highway Department related to roadway maintenance and construction under the direction of Highway Commissioner. Provides clear and effective direction to staff, coordinates maintenance and construction activities with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and local governments, works closely with department supervisory staff, and ensures safe work place practices are followed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Monitors the county and state highway network, manages maintenance and construction projects to ensure efficiency and quality are maintained, tracks costs, and provides estimates to the Highway Commissioner and local officials.
• Directs emergency response operations related to severe weather, motor vehicle accidents, and responds immediately to emergency related needs on the county and state highway network.
• Organizes, distributes, and delegates work to subordinates fairly and impartially. Provides clear and appropriate direction to employees. Provides training and coaching to subordinates. Ensures that staff has the resources and flexibility to perform, improve, and learn in their jobs. Keeps open communication with subordinates, listens to them, and provides feedback. Positively motivates, mentors, and leads employees. Provides appropriate and timely performance evaluations for all subordinates.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma.
• Training in engineering or related field preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a supervisory role performing roadway construction or maintenance.
• Current valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,789.00 - $95,321.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Oshkosh, WI (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oshkosh, WI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,789 - $95,321