SUMMARY
Provides secretarial and clerical support to assist the County Commissioner with administrative aspects of the office. Acts as liaison with constituents, other elected officials, county employees and general public.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Screens telephone calls; provides assistance and information within scope of responsibility and knowledge; takes messages; reviews and processes incoming mail; takes and transcribes dictation of correspondence, memos, etc.; may compose correspondence or memos for commissioner's signature; types and/or prepares correspondence, memos, reports, forms, requisitions, invoices and other documents; schedules appointments; sets up meetings; maintains calendar of appointments, meetings, and other activities; communicates with road personnel and other departments outside the Courthouse by means of two-way radio; maintains and updates office files and records; prepares court agenda file for weekly Commissioners Court meetings; maintains adequate inventory of office supplies; maintains and prepares payroll records for salaried employees; checks and approves invoices; monitors and documents expenditures; makes travel arrangements and accommodation reservations for out-of-town seminars, conferences and meetings; prepares cash advance requests and expense forms as needed; attends Commissioners Court meetings to take notes of proceedings if Commissioner is unable to attend; plans and coordinates public ceremonies and functions, as requested; performs other job related duties as directed.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
Personal computer, typewriter, 10-key adding machine/calculator, copy machine, two-way radio, other general office equipment as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED; 1-2 years business school, college courses and/or on-the-job training in secretarial skills, and office administration; 1 to 3 years of related job experience.

Knowledge,Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of accepted office practices and procedures; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong typing/word processing skills; ability to transcribe from machine recordings; math calculations skills; excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all levels of employees, elected officials and the general public.

WORK SITUATIONS/DEMANDS/EFFORT
Requires organizing; prioritizing; accuracy and attention to detail; working with the public; flexibility in order to perform a variety of duties and coordinate different activities/projects; performing routine, repetitive duties. Employee works independently within established guidelines and timeframe; requires assistance only with unusual, non-routine matters or situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 10 lbs., such as files, mail packets, packages, books, etc.; duties may require occasional lifting or moving of items weighing 15 to 20 lbs., such as file boxes, boxes of paper and other office supplies.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in a climate controlled private office environment which is readily accessible to the general public and other employees; must be available to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, overtime when necessary.

SUMMARY
Manages the overall daily operations and personnel of the Precinct Roads & Bridges Department, which functions to construct, repair, and maintain county roads and bridges, drainage ditches and culverts and other county property within the precinct. Acts as a liaison for the Commissioner with members of the public and with County Departments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
Plans and schedules all department work; prepares daily work schedules; meets with Precinct Foreman to discuss and review jobs, materials needed, and assignments of labor and equipment; makes regular daily checks of work in progress, completed work, and work to be done; routinely checks road and drainage conditions throughout the precinct and the condition of other county properties maintained by the precinct including the service centers; reports to the County Commissioner daily to discuss precinct projects and other business, resolve problems, and receive directions; ensures that materials and equipment are available for scheduled jobs; contacts vendors to confirm delivery; meets daily with mechanic regarding vehicle and equipment repairs, supplies required, etc.; provides overall supervision of precinct personnel; responds to needs of employees and strives to ensure safety; develops procedures and establishes priorities; trains employees; schedules work and approves time off; counsels and disciplines; appraises individual employee performance; recommends salary adjustments; responds to complaints and requests from the public; orders materials and other supplies needed for the precinct; checks invoices for all expenditures; maintains daily records to determine current status of the budget; participates in budget preparation; attends meetings and workshops; conducts workshops for crew; addresses various citizen groups, organizations, officials, or other interested parties to inform them of the progress and services of Roads & Bridges Department.
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
10-key adding machine/calculator; computer; knowledge of the operation and use of a variety of road work machinery and equipment, including; Gradall, road grader, rollers, maintainer, oil distributor, spreader box, sheep foot, backhoe, front-end loader, bush hog, cement mixer, tractors, pickup truck, dump truck, water truck, oil truck, mowers, trailers, hand/power tools and equipment necessary to maintain vehicles and equipment, other job-related tools and equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
High school education and 5 years of progressively responsible experience in road construction, maintenance, or related activities. 5 years of management experience, preferably in a similar environment, is a must. Education completed in a college or university with a major in architecture, engineering, engineering technology, construction practices, or related fields, may be substituted for general experience at the rate of one academic year of study for one year of general experience. Bachelors degree preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of all aspects of road work, including construction practices, standards, materials, equipment, safety; ability to work independently and creatively; ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural plans and specifications; good verbal and written communication skills; good math calculation skills; excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees and with the public; excellent supervisory/management skills; problem solving skills; organizational skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions; is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals; works in usually moderate noise level. May be subject to 24 hour call.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, talking or hearing. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and drive vehicle. Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

SUMMARY
Assists Superintendent with managing the overall daily operations and personnel of the Precinct Roads & Bridges Department, which functions to construct, repair, and maintain county roads and bridges, drainage ditches and culverts and other county property within the precinct.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
Plans and schedules all department work; prepares daily work schedules; meets with Precinct Foreman to discuss and review jobs, materials needed, and assignments of labor and equipment; makes regular daily checks of work in progress, completed work, and work to be done; routinely checks road and drainage conditions throughout the precinct and the condition of other county properties maintained by the precinct including the service centers; resolve problems, and receive directions; ensures that materials and equipment are available for scheduled jobs; contacts vendors to confirm delivery; meets daily with mechanic regarding vehicle and equipment repairs, supplies required, etc.; provides overall supervision of precinct personnel; responds to needs of employees and strives to ensure safety; develops procedures and establishes priorities; trains employees; schedules work and approves time off; counsels and disciplines; appraises individual employee performance; recommends salary adjustments; responds to complaints and requests from the public; orders materials and other supplies needed for the precinct; checks invoices for all expenditures; maintains daily records to determine current status of the budget; participates in budget preparation; attends meetings and workshops; conducts workshops for crew; addresses various citizen groups, organizations, officials, or other interested parties to inform them of the progress and services of Roads & Bridges Department.
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
10-key adding machine/calculator; computer; knowledge of the operation and use of a variety of road work machinery and equipment, including; Gradall, road grader, rollers, maintainer, oil distributor, spreader box, sheep foot, backhoe, front-end loader, bush hog, cement mixer, tractors, pickup truck, dump truck, water truck, oil truck, mowers, trailers, hand/power tools and equipment necessary to maintain vehicles and equipment, other job-related tools and equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
High school education and 5 years of progressively responsible experience in road construction, maintenance, or related activities. 5 years of management experience, preferably in a similar environment, is a must. Education completed in a college or university with a major in architecture, engineering, engineering technology, construction practices, or related fields, may be substituted for general experience at the rate of one academic year of study for one year of general experience. Bachelors degree preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of all aspects of road work, including construction practices, standards, materials, equipment, safety; ability to work independently and creatively; ability to read and interpret engineering and architectural plans and specifications; good verbal and written communication skills; good math calculation skills; excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees and with the public; excellent supervisory/management skills; problem solving skills; organizational skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions; is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals; works in usually moderate noise level. May be subject to 24 hour call.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, talking or hearing. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and drive vehicle. Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

SUMMARY
Supervises daily work and safety of Road & Bridge employees who construct, repair and maintain county roads and bridges, drainage ditches, and culverts. Responsible for preparing daily work orders, coordinating jobs, scheduling delivery of materials to job sites.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
Meets with Superintendent to discuss and review daily schedule; prepares daily work orders; coordinates job operations; assigns labor and equipment; determines materials required for scheduled jobs and estimates quantities; makes sure that the right materials and correct amounts are delivered to job sites, as needed; checks status of all work in progress daily; obtains equipment or material, if needed; checks completed jobs; conducts and coordinates utility pipeline etc. locates for road and drainage jobs, makes sure vehicles and equipment are inspected daily to determine if all are in proper working order; makes safety checks; requests necessary maintenance and repairs for vehicles and machinery; checks with mechanic daily regarding status of repairs; makes routine checks of road and drainage conditions and traffic signs throughout the precinct; responds to requests and complaints from the public; drives a variety of vehicles and is knowledgeable in the operation of heavy equipment and the skills necessary for road work.
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
Must be able to operate and/or use a variety of road work equipment, including: GradAll, road grader, rollers, maintainer, oil distributor, spreader box, sheep foot, backhoe, front-end loader, bush hog, cement mixer, tractors, pickup truck, dump truck, water truck, oil truck, mowers, trailers, hand/power tools and equipment necessary to maintain vehicles and equipment, other tools and equipment related to job performance; 10-key adding machine/calculator.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
Five to ten years related job experience in various phases of road work and drainage; five to ten years management experience; B. S. in Business Administration preferred.

Specialized Requirements
Texas Commercial Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of all aspects of road work; ability to safely operate and maintain a variety of vehicles and heavy road equipment; good verbal and written communication skills; good math calculation skills; good interpersonal skills, including ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees and with the public; excellent supervisory skills. Prefer candidate that is familiar with and has knowledge of the areas within Precinct 1.

WORK SITUATIONS/ DEMANDS/ EFFORT
Job requires organizational skills; prioritizing; flexibility in order to coordinate a variety of activities and to adapt standard methods and procedures to differing conditions; driving a vehicle. Employee supervises work of others; assigns tasks, sets standards, and evaluates performance. Job duties require regular walking and standing; driving a vehicle; occasional heavy work -may move objects weighing up to 100 lbs. by lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Duties require appropriate safety precautions when driving a vehicle and around heavy equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed outside or in a vehicle away from the office more than 50 per cent of the time. Employee is subject to adverse weather and environmental conditions; physical hazards from equipment with moving parts, moving machinery, and traffic; adverse atmospheric conditions from dust, fumes, and/or chemicals. Office work is performed in a climate controlled environment which is accessible to other employees and to the public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, talking or hearing. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit and drive vehicle. Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

SUMMARY
Under direction of the Superintendent and Foreman, leads a crew of Equipment Operators and Utility Maintenance Workers in performing skilled and unskilled maintenance activities in performing the construction, repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and facilities in Precinct 1.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
Upon receiving assignments, estimates and gathers materials and equipment necessary to complete the work; leads, directs and participates in all work performed by the crew; troubleshoots problems; inspects roads while en route to and from job site and reports problems to the Foreman and Superintendent; trains crew members on the use of equipment; operates light and heavy equipment and performs various manual tasks; assists during emergency situations (floods, hurricanes, accidents, etc.).
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
Must be able to operate/use a variety of road work equipment with expert proficiency, including: Gradall, road grader, iron wheel and rubber wheel rollers, maintainer, oil distributor, spreader box, rock box, sheep foot, backhoe, front-end loader, bush hog, mixer, tractors, slope and side mowers, hand/power tools and equipment necessary for the routine maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
Five (5) years experience in roadway maintenance work or related field. Related technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Extensive knowledge of methods, procedures and materials used in roadway maintenance work; Knowledge of applicable safety rules/practices; Skill in use of roadway maintenance tools and equipment; ability to lead; train; plan and direct the work of others; estimate materials and equipment; analyze and solve problems; maintain accurate records; work under variable weather conditions; communicate effectively; work effectively with other employees and the public.

WORK SITUATIONS/DEMANDS/EFFORT
Job requires flexibility in order to perform a variety of tasks; performing routine, repetitive duties; driving trucks and operating heavy road equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily outside. Employee is subject to adverse weather and environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, humidity, and precipitation; noise and vibration from heavy equipment; physical hazards from moving machinery, equipment with moving parts, and traffic; adverse atmospheric conditions from dust, fumes and chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require very heavy work; may move materials and equipment in excess of 50lbs. by lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; constant climbing into and out of equipment, standing, sitting and/or walking may be required. Duties require appropriate safety precautions.

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled and unskilled tasks and the operation of light and/or heavy equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, bridges, culverts, drainage systems, and other public utilities. Operates light and heavy equipment as directed or based on clearly defined procedures and practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
(Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Works as a crew member and equipment operator in tearing up and laying down roads; repairs and patches roads, filling edges with slag or cold mix; hauls limestone, slag, sand, and cold mix to build or repair roads; sets pipe for culverts; grades crew-set pipe, places slag over pipe and packs it down; inspects and corrects road base failure; repairs pot and sink holes; maintains rights-of-way, drainage systems, and culverts. Operates grade-all, motor grader, pulverizer, chip spreaders, dump trucks, rubber tire self propel, rollers, back hoe, front end loader and other equipment; installs cement culverts; digs ditches; repairs bridges; pours cement for roadways, driveways, and parking lots; mows grass on road shoulders with gang mowers; makes, replaces, and installs road signs; performs routine equipment maintenance on trucks and equipment; barricades, channels, and flags traffic around construction sites.
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
Two (2) years experience in performing construction, maintenance, and repair work, including the operation and maintenance of light and heavy equipment. Experience as an equipment mechanic and welding experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of appropriate skilled trades; safe and proper use of hand and power tools for construction and maintenance work; principles of construction technology as it relates to assigned construction, maintenance, and repair activity i.e., road building.
Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing; performing manual work requiring periods of intensive exertion and potential exposure to adverse weather conditions; operation of appropriate light and heavy equipment; using tact and courtesy in dealing with County personnel and the public; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County personnel and the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily outside. Employee is subject to adverse weather and environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, humidity, and precipitation; noise and vibration from heavy equipment; physical hazards from moving machinery, equipment with moving parts, and traffic; adverse atmospheric conditions from dust, fumes and chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require heavy work; may move materials and equipment in excess of 100 lbs. by lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; constant standing and/or walking (more than 75 percent of the time) is required. Duties require appropriate safety precautions.

SUMMARY
Services, performs preventive maintenance, and repairs all vehicles, mechanical equipment, and machinery used by the precinct to insure that it is in safe and efficient operating condition.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Functions
Checks to assure that all equipment to be used each day is started, serviced, and in working condition; repairs flat tires and makes minor repairs in order to get equipment working properly; drives to job sites to change flats and make minor repairs; inspects all vehicles and equipment at regular intervals to assure safe, efficient operation; performs recommended preventive maintenance procedures; performs routine maintenance on automotive equipment which includes changing oil, lubrication, tune-ups, replacing hoses and batteries. Services and repairs both gasoline and diesel engines, electrical systems, transmissions, carburetors, hydraulic systems, brakes; does body work and paints equipment, as necessary; does welding to repair and fabricate parts; repairs all equipment, as required. Prepares cost estimates of repairs; confers with Foremen and/or Superintendent; orders parts; picks up parts when they come in, if necessary. Confers with operators and drivers regarding problems with malfunctioning equipment; determines what is necessary to restore proper operation; keeps inventory of parts, tires, tubes, oil, lubricants and fluids; requests replacement supplies, as needed. Makes traffic signs; puts signs out. Drives truck and trailer to pick up equipment at job site; drives and operates all equipment, as needed.
Other Job Functions
Performs other job related duties as directed or as necessary.
NOTE
The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

EQUIPMENT USED
Hand and power tools as necessary for repair and maintenance of vehicles, mechanical equipment, and machinery; welding equipment; 5-ton lift to pick up heavy parts in shop; floor lift to service pickup trucks; front end loader to load trucks or heavy parts; truck and trailer to pick up equipment on road.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED; mechanical and technical skills and knowledge obtained by specialized training, formal education and/or extensive on-the-job training as a mechanic; 2 to 3 years of related job experience in mechanics, including both gasoline and diesel engines, and in the repair and operation of heavy road equipment.

Specialized Requirements
Texas Commercial Drivers License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Verbal and written communication skills; ability to read and understand technical repair and installation manuals; math calculation skills; problem solving skills; ability to interact and cooperate with co-workers. Must having working knowledge of maintenance, repair and operation of road work equipment used by the precinct, including: GradAll, road grader, rollers, maintainer, oil distributor, spreader box, sheep foot, backhoe, front-end loader, bush hog, cement mixer, tractors, pick up truck, dump truck, water truck, oil truck, mowers, and trailers.

WORK SITUATIONS/DEMANDS/EFFORT
Job duties require organizing; attention to detail; flexibility in order to perform a variety of duties and assist with or coordinate several tasks; driving a vehicle; operating machinery; operating heavy road equipment in order to check service problems. Employee solves problems independently; obtains supervisory approval before implementing solutions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in an open shop area; employee also works outside and is subject to adverse weather and environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, humidity and precipitation; noise and vibration from heavy equipment; physical hazards from moving machinery, equipment with moving parts, and traffic; adverse atmospheric conditions from dust, fumes, chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job duties require heavy work; may move automotive and equipment parts and other objects weighing up to 100 lbs. by lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent walking and standing is required. Duties require appropriate safety precautions.