Roads Director
Apply NowCompany: Kenai Peninsula Borough
Location: Soldotna, AK 99669
Description:
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: ROADS SERVICE AREA
Division: ROADS SERVICE AREA
Opening Date: 02/25/2025
Closing Date: 3/25/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Special instructions for job posting: Applications will be reviewed as received.
Please be sure to attach requested documents to application.
Definition
Under the general direction and supervision of the Borough Mayor and/or designee with recommendations from the KPB Road Service Area (RSA) Board, the Roads Director is responsible for the operation, management and administration of the Roads department as set forth in KPB 16.41.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years' professional work experience in road maintenance and construction. College education requirement may be met with an equivalent number of years of relevant work experience and related training.
Must possess four years of supervisory experience and have demonstrated the ability to manage a diverse staff.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite applications.
Knowledge of the geography of the Kenai Peninsula Borough is required.
Must possess a demonstrated knowledge of the road construction process including the equipment and methods utilized during construction, then to maintain the completed roadway structure.
Must have professional experience with developing and managing departmental budgets.
Must possess the ability to mitigate disputes and promote positive outcome while supporting department goals, governing ordinances and KPB code.
This position requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Alaska driver's license for the duration of the position.
Preferred Knowledge and Experience: Additional education, training and/or experience in civil engineering or a related field. Knowledge and direct experience in utilizing civil design drawings in order to construct roads and related projects to the designed specification. Training, certification and experience as a surveyor.
Essential Functions
1. Directs and monitors the general work of RSA contractors.
2. Coordinates the Request for Proposal (RFP) and contracting process for roads with the KPB purchasing and contracting department.
3. Supervises activities and personnel of the Roads department and supports their duties when unavailable.
4. Prepares annual budget for the Road Service Area, including participating in workshops and public hearings.
5. Makes field inspections, monitors road conditions, gathers data, and prepares reports to support road maintenance and improvement plans.
6. Prepares funding requests and priorities for annual submission to the State of Alaska's Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), State Legislature and Federal STIP.
7. Makes written and verbal reports to the mayor and RSA Board as required.
8. Regularly prepares formal correspondence, often in coordination with Legal or other departments, which represents the department's official position on a large variety of matters.
9. Regularly manages and mitigates dispute involving multiple parties.
10. Regularly utilizes a variety of computer applications in support of departmental tasks
11. Attends RSA board meetings and prepares monthly agenda with staff input.
12. Prepares annual 5-year Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list, with staff input.
13. Oversees the operation and maintenance of RSA fleet vehicles, including types of use, maintenance service and repair, and forecast and cost for replacements.
14. Reviews and authorizes the purchase orders for RSA expenditures and is the primary signor for the roads department official documents.
15. May be required to attend KPB Assembly committee and regular meetings to address RSA items on agenda. Speaks to RSA related topics and issues and provides clarification as required.
16. Provide consultation and recommendation for issues and activities associated with Borough managed right-of-ways (ROW) including but not limited to: permitting, encroachment violation, platting review...
17. Provides as an all hours emergency contact for the RSA.
Other Functions:
1. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate orally; regularly required to sit; and occasionally required to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment, to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Required to have a valid, unrestricted Alaska Driver's License. Required to spend long periods of time as a driver or passenger in a motor vehicle. May be required to fly in small aircraft or boats to access remote areas of the borough. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
2020 - Summary of Benefits
Full Time Administrative Employees
Health Insurance
Eligible Kenai Peninsula Borough employees may choose from one of two medical plan options:
1. TRADITIONAL HEALTH PLAN - MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION- the Traditional Plan offers a lower deductible and out-of-pocket limit, but the employee payroll deduction is higher.
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) $80 ($160/month)
Spouse $80 ($160/month)
Children (per each child up to 5) $20 each/($40/month/per child)
Children (6 or more) $120 ($240 total/month)
2. HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN - MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION - the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) has larger deductibles and out-of-pocket limits, but the monthly employee payroll deduction is less. Plus, KPB will fund a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)* for you to use to help meet your deductibles and out-of-pocket costs.
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (per each child up to 5) $12.50 each/($25/month/per child)
Children (6 or more) $75 ($150 total/month)
* Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Contribution for 2020, prorated by the full month of employment:
Both Health Plan options have the same prescription drug benefits.
Note: A spousal coverage surcharge of $100 per month ($50 per pay period) will be assessed in 2020 if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Dental/Vision Coverage (separate election)
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) and all eligible, $15 ($30/month)
enrolled dependents
Life Insurance
A life insurance policy, through Standard Life, is provided for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary rounded to the next higher multiple of $1,000. A $2,000 policy is provided for the employee's spouse and eligible dependents. Additional optional employee and spousal life insurance coverage is available to regular employees at the employee's expense.
Leave Benefits
Retirement
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
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RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
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COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
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Do you currently possess a valid unrestricted Alaska driver's license?
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field AND a minimum of four years' professional work experience in road maintenance and construction? College education requirement may be met with an equivalent number of years of relevant work experience and related training.Briefly describe below:
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Briefly describe how you obtained your demonstrated knowledge of the road construction process including the equipment and methods utilized during construction, then to maintain the completed roadway structure.
08
Do you have four years of supervisory experience?
09
Give a brief synopsis on your experience with developing and managing departmental budgets. If you have no experience, please enter "N/A".
10
Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
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Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
Required Question
Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: ROADS SERVICE AREA
Division: ROADS SERVICE AREA
Opening Date: 02/25/2025
Closing Date: 3/25/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Special instructions for job posting: Applications will be reviewed as received.
Please be sure to attach requested documents to application.
Definition
Under the general direction and supervision of the Borough Mayor and/or designee with recommendations from the KPB Road Service Area (RSA) Board, the Roads Director is responsible for the operation, management and administration of the Roads department as set forth in KPB 16.41.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent; a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of four years' professional work experience in road maintenance and construction. College education requirement may be met with an equivalent number of years of relevant work experience and related training.
Must possess four years of supervisory experience and have demonstrated the ability to manage a diverse staff.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite applications.
Knowledge of the geography of the Kenai Peninsula Borough is required.
Must possess a demonstrated knowledge of the road construction process including the equipment and methods utilized during construction, then to maintain the completed roadway structure.
Must have professional experience with developing and managing departmental budgets.
Must possess the ability to mitigate disputes and promote positive outcome while supporting department goals, governing ordinances and KPB code.
This position requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted Alaska driver's license for the duration of the position.
Preferred Knowledge and Experience: Additional education, training and/or experience in civil engineering or a related field. Knowledge and direct experience in utilizing civil design drawings in order to construct roads and related projects to the designed specification. Training, certification and experience as a surveyor.
Essential Functions
1. Directs and monitors the general work of RSA contractors.
2. Coordinates the Request for Proposal (RFP) and contracting process for roads with the KPB purchasing and contracting department.
3. Supervises activities and personnel of the Roads department and supports their duties when unavailable.
4. Prepares annual budget for the Road Service Area, including participating in workshops and public hearings.
5. Makes field inspections, monitors road conditions, gathers data, and prepares reports to support road maintenance and improvement plans.
6. Prepares funding requests and priorities for annual submission to the State of Alaska's Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), State Legislature and Federal STIP.
7. Makes written and verbal reports to the mayor and RSA Board as required.
8. Regularly prepares formal correspondence, often in coordination with Legal or other departments, which represents the department's official position on a large variety of matters.
9. Regularly manages and mitigates dispute involving multiple parties.
10. Regularly utilizes a variety of computer applications in support of departmental tasks
11. Attends RSA board meetings and prepares monthly agenda with staff input.
12. Prepares annual 5-year Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list, with staff input.
13. Oversees the operation and maintenance of RSA fleet vehicles, including types of use, maintenance service and repair, and forecast and cost for replacements.
14. Reviews and authorizes the purchase orders for RSA expenditures and is the primary signor for the roads department official documents.
15. May be required to attend KPB Assembly committee and regular meetings to address RSA items on agenda. Speaks to RSA related topics and issues and provides clarification as required.
16. Provide consultation and recommendation for issues and activities associated with Borough managed right-of-ways (ROW) including but not limited to: permitting, encroachment violation, platting review...
17. Provides as an all hours emergency contact for the RSA.
Other Functions:
1. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate orally; regularly required to sit; and occasionally required to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment, to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Required to have a valid, unrestricted Alaska Driver's License. Required to spend long periods of time as a driver or passenger in a motor vehicle. May be required to fly in small aircraft or boats to access remote areas of the borough. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
2020 - Summary of Benefits
Full Time Administrative Employees
Health Insurance
- Coverage begins on date of hire into a regular position
- Biweekly payroll (24 pay periods); employee's contribution (pre-tax) deduction
- Supplemental policies are available through Colonial Life
- Optional pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA's) are available through Rehn & Associates
Eligible Kenai Peninsula Borough employees may choose from one of two medical plan options:
1. TRADITIONAL HEALTH PLAN - MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION- the Traditional Plan offers a lower deductible and out-of-pocket limit, but the employee payroll deduction is higher.
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) $80 ($160/month)
Spouse $80 ($160/month)
Children (per each child up to 5) $20 each/($40/month/per child)
Children (6 or more) $120 ($240 total/month)
2. HIGH DEDUCTIBLE HEALTH PLAN - MEDICAL/PRESCRIPTION - the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) has larger deductibles and out-of-pocket limits, but the monthly employee payroll deduction is less. Plus, KPB will fund a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)* for you to use to help meet your deductibles and out-of-pocket costs.
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (per each child up to 5) $12.50 each/($25/month/per child)
Children (6 or more) $75 ($150 total/month)
* Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Contribution for 2020, prorated by the full month of employment:
- Employee only - $750
- Employee and Family - $1,500
Both Health Plan options have the same prescription drug benefits.
Note: A spousal coverage surcharge of $100 per month ($50 per pay period) will be assessed in 2020 if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Dental/Vision Coverage (separate election)
Covered Pay period deduction effective 1/1/2020:
Employee (self) and all eligible, $15 ($30/month)
enrolled dependents
Life Insurance
A life insurance policy, through Standard Life, is provided for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary rounded to the next higher multiple of $1,000. A $2,000 policy is provided for the employee's spouse and eligible dependents. Additional optional employee and spousal life insurance coverage is available to regular employees at the employee's expense.
Leave Benefits
- Personal Leave: Employee accrues 6.47 hours per pay period which totals approximately 4 weeks per year for the first two years. After two, five, and ten years the amount of personal leave increases on a set schedule.
- Holidays: Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays. Additionally, Christmas Eve shall be considered a paid holiday if Christmas falls on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.
- Administrative Leave: Administrative employees receive up to 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year.
Retirement
- Regular employees become members of the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This is a defined contribution plan with the employee contributing 8% of salary on a pre-tax basis. Employees who were previously in the PERS system will fall under the previous rules.
- Employee and employer each make 7.65% contribution for FICA (Social Security/Medicare).
- An optional employee funded deferred compensation program is available through ICMA.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
- Yes
- No
02
RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
03
COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
04
Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you currently possess a valid unrestricted Alaska driver's license?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a related field AND a minimum of four years' professional work experience in road maintenance and construction? College education requirement may be met with an equivalent number of years of relevant work experience and related training.Briefly describe below:
07
Briefly describe how you obtained your demonstrated knowledge of the road construction process including the equipment and methods utilized during construction, then to maintain the completed roadway structure.
08
Do you have four years of supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
09
Give a brief synopsis on your experience with developing and managing departmental budgets. If you have no experience, please enter "N/A".
10
Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
11
Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
Required Question