PUBLIC WORKS ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

The Full-Time Public Works Assistant Supervisor supports the Public Works Supervisor in the administration, coordination, supervision, maintenance, repair, and safe operation of the City's public streets, vehicles, equipment, certain parks, and other public properties. The Assistant Supervisor assists with the day-to-day coordination of Department operations and the efficient delivery of public services, including on-call and emergency response functions. The Assistant Supervisor serves as Acting Public Works Supervisor during periods when the Public Works Supervisor is absent or otherwise unavailable, to the extent authorized by the City. The position provides technical guidance, coordinates employees and work activities, assists with contractor oversight, and supports development of the annual work plan, Department budget, policies, procedures, and operational plans. This position requires flexibility in assigned duties, work locations, skills, schedules, and operational priorities. The Assistant Supervisor is appointed by and reports to the Public Works Supervisor and performs duties under the direction of the Supervisor and within applicable City policies, procedures, ordinances, and established practices. The requirements stated in this description are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and qualifications necessary to perform the position. An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, where required by applicable law. Minimum Qualifications 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Significant related experience in municipal infrastructure, maintenance, construction, public works operations, and the safe operation of related tools and equipment; the source position description specifies a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience. 3. As an alternative experience pathway, five (5) years of employment with the City of Sunbury Public Works Department as a Class 1 Full-Time Laborer or comparable experience and qualifications may satisfy the experience requirement, subject to City review and approval. Licenses and Certifications 1. Maintain a valid driver's license with the legal authority and ability to operate all the Department vehicles and equipment assigned to the position. 2. Obtain and maintain any herbicide or pesticide license required for assigned duties. 3. Obtain and maintain Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) flagger certification. 4. Maintain any additional licenses, certifications, training, or qualifications required by law, regulation, City policy, or the duties assigned to the position. Full job description is available at employer's address