The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is actively seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the role of Maintenance and Operations Superintendent in the Urban Forestry Division. The incumbent will take on a key leadership role, responsible for supervising staff, managing operations, and establishing strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing, supervising, and managing daily maintenance and operations of the Urban Forestry Division.
• Ensuring programs meet established goals and objectives, conducting risk management assessments, and reviewing/approving purchases.
• Coordinating scheduling, communicating with vendors, contractors, city departments, or agencies, and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Administering personnel management, including recommending disciplinary actions and setting performance objectives.
• Conducting bi-weekly safety meetings and serving as a liaison between the division and internal/external customers.
• Providing supervisory direction and support to staff, including assigning and monitoring work activities.
• Performing site visits, inspections, and audits for quality assurance and compliance purposes.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders to identify and resolve critical issues and coordinate program services.
• Handling budgeting, forecasting, procurement requests, and overseeing major initiatives and programs.
• Addressing escalated complaints or issues effectively.

Qualifications, Special Certifications, and Licenses:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Management practices
• Program development and delivery
• Plan development
• Contract negotiations and procedures
• Reading blueprints and construction drawings
• Customer service principles and techniques
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective oral/written communication
• Leadership and organizational skills

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Associate's degree in a related field or vocational technical training (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Five years of related experience, with two years at a senior or supervisory level
• Current and valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required

Preferred Training and Experience:

• Proficiency with CityWorks or similar work order management systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications
• ISA Arborist Certification preferred

Licensing, Certifications, and Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record (may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire)
• Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License (may be required for certain assignments)
• Certification in a related skilled trade or area of focus may be necessary for specific assignments

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Richmond is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.