ONTARIO

It’s About People…  And Possibilities

The Regional Municipality of York consists of a dynamic blend of rural and urban communities.  The nine local municipalities provide a mix of small-town and city living with an emphasis on fostering community character.  As one of the Greater Toronto’s Top 75 Employers (2009), York Region offers diverse and vibrant career opportunities that reflect the ideals, spirit and quality of life of a much sought-after and growing metropolis.

Reporting to the Manager, Roads Maintenance, is responsible for leading and evaluating the infrastructure replacement and maintenance needs for the Roads Branch; overseeing the development of data acquisition/maintenance related to infrastructure management and asset inventories; overseeing continuous improvement activities to improve road asset reliability;  providing technical and analytical support in the development of optimized road maintenance operational activities, quality standards, and pre-engineering services; supervising the processing and evaluation of permit applications, including technical and analytical operational reviews; and supervising technical road maintenance staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of a University Degree in Civil Engineering or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years experience in roads, planning, engineering or operations environments with responsibilities for planning, operating procedures, technical analysis, project management and demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
• Understanding of business development, information systems and organization.
• Knowledge of budget preparation, financial management of operational programs/projects including monitoring and control.
• Knowledge of Road Asset Management best practices concepts, risk management, business processes and strategic maintenance management concepts and techniques.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence in good standing.
• Knowledge to interpret Engineering road related drawings, development proposals and plans.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Standards, Acts, Regulations and roads maintenance services.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, team work, initiative/self management, accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
• Management competencies including results/achievement focus, human resources management, leadership, financial management, business planning, decision making/judgement, representation and professionalism and job knowledge.
• Demonstrated project management skills to lead a project work group, organize numerous tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications.

Please apply on-line at www.york.ca by 4:30 pm on March 11, 2010 quoting competition MJ10081.  We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  For additional information on York Region, please visit the above-mentioned website.