Road and Levee Manager

**INTERNAL POSTING**

**POSTION OPEN UNTIL 9/5/25 at 5:00PM**

SUMMARY: Manages, plans, and administers the Public Works Department’s Road & Levee Division activities. 
manages staff and projects, administers contracts, and coordinates work with County departments and state and 
federal agencies; assures the economical and efficient development and construction of Road & Levee projects.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Plans and manages the staff and activities of the Road & Levee Division through appropriate delegation, 
managerial support, and work supervision; establishes priorities, and reviews work products.
• Develops plans, priorities, and cost estimates for design and construction of County Road & Levee projects; 
manages road, bridge, and levee construction, repair, and maintenance projects, and assures compliance with 
state and federal regulations, and County standards; reviews and approves Teton County permits.
• Monitors projects in cooperation with other departments, outside agencies, and contractors; manages
performance of outside contractors; monitors and inspects construction activities to verify projects meet Public 
Works design and budget goals, schedules, and contract compliance standards. 
• Exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; evaluates and analyzes technical issues and 
policies, develops solutions, advises on specialized areas of technical expertise, and assures the highest quality 
engineering products are delivered on time and within budget.
• Writes analytical reports and makes technical estimates of a specialized nature in connection with Road & 
Levee projects, checks, and reviews technical specifications for the County Engineer.
• Supports the relationship between the Teton County staff and the general public by demonstrating courteous 
and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Six years of civil engineering project experience, including lead or supervisor experience.
• Road & Levee construction and maintenance experience is preferred.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
• Must possess a valid Wyoming/Idaho Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer by the Wyoming Board of Professional Engineers & Professional Land 
Surveyors is desirable. 
• Additional technical skills training and certifications may be required for some incumbents.
Required Knowledge of:
• County policies and procedures.
• Federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures governing public works projects, including American 
Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards, protocols, specifications, and 
guidelines; Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) rules and regulations; and U.S. Army Corps 
of Engineers (USACE) permit guidelines.
• Civil engineering methods and practices for project planning, designs, technical plans, specifications, estimates, 
and reports for civil engineering projects.
• Principles and practices of government project, contract, records, and budget management.
• Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including performance management, 
personnel rules, accounting, budgeting, and procurement.
• Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.
Required Skills in:
• Interpreting and applying technical standards and procedures, federal and state rules and regulations, and 
County policies and procedures.
• Managing and coordinating the planning, design, and construction of public works projects. 
• Analyzing and evaluating technical engineering data and construction documentation.
• Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and coaching to improve staff performance.
• Reading and evaluating blueprints and technical schematics, collecting, and analyzing data, and performing 
mathematical and statistical calculations.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software, including GIS and other specialized 
software applications used in planning, mapping, and statistical analysis.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other County employees, public officials, and 
representatives from other regional, state, and federal agencies.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
• Work is performed in a standard office environment, and at construction sites, as needed