VILLAGE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Village Career Opportunities

Director of Public Works

The Village of Lomira (population 2,701) is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Public Works. This full-time position will work closely with our current Director of Public Works, who is transferring to a different position in the Village as the Director of Utilities. This position involves a wide variety of tasks associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance of public facilities, including streets, sanitation, parks, water supply, and wastewater; supervisory, administrative, and field tasks are expected. Previous experience working for a municipality preferred. Applicants must possess a Class “B” commercial driver’s license and are responsible for supervising the overall efficient and effective operations of the Village Public Works team, parks, and all-encompassing Village properties, facilities, and equipment. This person is overall responsible for the well-being of the Village property and maintenance and reports to the Village Board and Administrator.

The Public Works Director oversees a crew of three and will work in tandem with the Director of Utilities, be on-call rotating weekends, snow plowing, planning and inspecting construction projects, purchasing materials and supplies, responding to alarms or emergent needs, and completing special projects. An associate’s degree in civil engineering and/or a minimum of 5 years’ work experience in related duties and functions, management experience, strong record-keeping, and communication skills are required. Operation of heavy equipment and equipment repair, Auto-Cad drafting, and GIS experience are preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and knowledge in municipal budgets and village government regulations and rules. This position requires self-motivation and the ability to work and communicate with other departments and the public.

Compensation includes a salary position commensurate with skill and experience and a full fringe benefit package. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, employment history, references, and salary requirement to: Village of Lomira, Attn: Jenna Rhein, Administrator, at 425 Water St., Lomira, WI 53048 or email jrhein@villageoflomira.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

General Description

Plans, organizes, and supervises the operation and personnel of the Public Works Department. This includes administrative duties, building maintenance, engineering, sanitation, recycling, storm sewer, assist with water and sewer utilities, forestry, parks and recreation facilities, and other public works projects and programs. Manages all aspects of job duties in accordance with Village, County, State, and Federal rules and regulations.

Supports economic development within the Village by coordinating the review of site plans and development proposals for compliance with Village’s Codes and Ordinances, and supports project development for related public works needs.

Duties:

Plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of Department operations and personnel. Develops, recommends, and implements policies, rules and procedures, project plans and preventive maintenance schedules. Determines work priorities, allocates appropriate resources, and ensures work is completed according to schedule and within Department quality standards.
Supervises department and division support staff either directly or through subordinates.
Snowplowing as needed, coordinate snow removal and ice control plans, provide plowing routes
Provide lead direction, training, and work coordination of the Public Works crew
On call 24/7 for emergency issues.
Attends required meetings as requested by the Village Board.
Creates annual department operating budgets for Public Works and recommends Equipment purchases.
Oversees project management for the construction of the municipal public works projects. Oversees assigned projects to ensure contractor compliance with time and budget parameters for the project. Oversees the maintenance of public infrastructure
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers, construction project engineers, Municipal, County, State and Federal agencies, professional and technical groups, and the public regarding division activities and services.
Ensures the proper maintenance of all Village-owned vehicles, equipment, facilities, parks, and recreation assets.
Acts as Zoning Administrator to review private project development plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards, and compliance with approved plans, with the assistance of the Building Inspector.
Creates and maintains Village maps with GIS and AutoCAD.
Assists with the coordinates of tasks involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of the water and sewer system
Assists in work assignments for well meter reading and record-keeping, addition of chlorine record-keeping, and testing for residual levels of chemicals.
Assists in the maintenance of pumping equipment, chemical feed equipment, and well houses.
Assists in repairs of water main breaks.
Directs and assists employees in necessary repairs. Directs and assists in thawing of frozen mains and laterals; services and maintains records so steps can be taken to prevent future freeze-ups and bills can be adjusted.
Assists in meter testing and maintains records of all meters tested and installed. Schedules and assists in reading meters quarterly.
Directs and assists in manhole maintenance, inspection, and repair work.
Directs all operations of utility tools and equipment. Schedules and implements preventative maintenance programs and keeps records on all work performed. Plans an emergency procedure to be implemented in case of equipment failure.

Municipal Building Custodian

The Village of Lomira is currently taking applications for a municipal building custodian. Duties include washing windows, floors, bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming, collecting refuse; and other duties. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds. This part-time position is 6-10 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Applications are available at the clerk’s office located at 425 Water Street or HERE. Please return completed applications and/or a resume to the clerk’s office.

All applicants will be required to participate in an interview process and pass a background investigation.