Employer
Sarasota County Government
Salary
$27.49 - $28.50 Hourly
Location
Sarasota, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Public Works
Closing Date
Continuous
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Supervises and oversees Traffic Operations staff, daily activities and functions of assigned work crews for both routine and emergency maintenance; arranges necessary equipment, tools and assistance from others as needed; reviews and monitors safety of workers and equipment; ensures correct time and materials are charged for work performed; interfaces with departments, divisions, and internal staff on issues related to budgeting, staffing, discipline of employees, training/development, scheduling and other activities involving discretion and judgment.
• Plan, organize, and schedule daily operations for assigned work crews and monitor the activity logs.
• Ensure crew safety by reviewing procedures, providing safety training, and managing accident reporting.
• Manage emergency responses by assigning crews and coordinating urgent operations.
• Train and develop staff on equipment usage and operational procedures.
• Utilize computerized systems for scheduling, time management, and inventory tracking.
• Coordinate with internal departments, vendors, and government agencies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor work performance and assist with process improvements, workload prioritization, and supply management.
• Manage talent, including hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and business planning.
• Oversee Road Marking and Signage Programs, including planning, budgeting, contract management, and project execution.
• Review engineering plans and contractor work, manage procurement, and approve invoices for traffic-related installations.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
About You
Minimum Qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field.
• - OR - A Two (2) year associate's degree AND two (2) years of experience in maintenance, general operations, or related field.
• - OR - A High School diploma AND four (4) years of related experience in maintenance, general operations, or related field.
• One year of supervisory experience (lead worker or acting in a supervisory capacity may be counted) in maintenance, general operations, or related field.
• A valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.
• The ability to obtain a Fork-Lift Certification within one year from the time of hire.
• The ability to obtain a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) within two (2) years from the time of hire.
• The ability to obtain an International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Level II within two (2) years from the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Trade school diploma related to Traffic Engineering and Operations
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
** Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five (5) years.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $27.49 - $28.50/ hour , based on experience
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)