Foreperson EX21-813 - Jobs in Greater Sudbury, ON

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Employment Opportunity NoticeEX21-813The City of Greater Sudburyrequires aForepersonReporting Location: Frobisher DepotPermanent Position(Shift Work Required)Start Date to Follow Selection ProcessThe Roads Operations Section, Linear Infrastructure Services Division, Growth and Infrastructure Department of the City of Greater Sudbury, requires a Foreperson. The successful candidate must possess the qualifications and perform the duties, as set out below. The current range of pay for this position is $3,250.80 to $3,826.90 bi-weekly.Main Function: The position is responsible to the Section Superintendent for the complete management, direction and supervision of personnel or contractors engaged in the maintenance and/or construction activities within a designated geographical area of CGS in support of the Section Business Plan and quality customer service outcomes for the citizens of the community.Duties: Under the general direction of the Section Superintendent:1. Manage the financial, human and physical resources of a designated geographical area within CGS and in alignment with CGS’s vision and values and in accordance with the annual Business Plan.2. Assign Employees, material and equipment required to carry out assigned jobs, check crews and work programs.3. Offer advice and direction to the crew leaders (Lead Hand) on the most effective method of proceeding with and completing the job.4. Direct and supervise contractors undertaking work for the Operations Section.5. Directly supervise maintenance activities and inspect the work sites during job progress and upon completion to ensure the work has been performed efficiently and satisfactorily.6. Supervise maintenance personnel and contractors in the maintenance of CGS’s infrastructure including repair and replacement of storm sewers, road culverts, driveway culverts, maintenance of drainage systems, asphalt surfaces, roadway and lanes.7. Co-ordinate and exercise judgement in determining the necessity of activating partial or full complement of sanding, salting, plowing and snow removal crews and also the type of material to be used on roadway surface to control hazardous conditions.8. Liaise with the general public on matters concerning sectional responsibilities, including responding to Active Citizen Requests (ARC).9. Ensure the work is performed safely and with minimum inconvenience to the public.10. Investigate damage claims responding on site in his/her area of operation, and directing appropriate corrective action.11. Interpret drawings and instructions issued by superiors.12. Verify to ensure M.M.M.S. system crew work cards have been properly completed.13. Train Employees in all aspects of work, including Health and Safety within area of responsibility.14. Act as managements representative at the Complaint Stage of the Grievance Procedure.15. Under the supervision of the Section Superintendent, monitor performance and dispense discipline of Employees, and make recommendations to hire, discharge and promote Employees as required.16. Be available for emergency stand-by duty following established schedules.17. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.18. Perform other related duties as required.Qualifications: Education and Training: Completion of a Secondary Education from a recognized Secondary School with Canadian accreditation.Completion of a college diploma in a related field would be an asset.Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of related operations, construction and maintenance experience with at least one (1) year of responsible management supervisory experience in the co-ordination work crews and work assignments as well as dealing with the general public.Experience in the use of microcomputer and computer software such as WordPerfect and Lotus 123 computerized spreadsheets is considered an asset.Knowledge of: Applicable legislation and related regulations.Best practices within areas of responsibility.Abilities to: Understand and meet the needs of customers.Achieve high standards for the Section.Create and respond appropriately to a continuous learning environment.Balance conflicting demands from stakeholders.Manage the financial, human and physical resources of the Section in a collaborative manner.Manage conflict; mediate disputes; assist in reaching consensus.Share power horizontally and vertically.Provide a stabilizing influence within the Section.Personal Suitability: Mental and physical fitness to perform essential job functions.Language: Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.French verbal skills highly desirable; written skills an asset.Other: May require the use of a personal or CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage.All City of Greater Sudbury employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the Citys mandatory Vaccination Policy. Please do not submit your proof of vaccination with your resume. This information will only be required if you are selected as the candidate of choice.Leadership Competencies: Tactical Coordination and Direction (I)Competency**Competency DefinitionLevelLevel DefinitionShaping the Future**Innovation**Take a creative approach to problems or issues, “think outside the box”, go beyond the conventional, and explore creative uses of resources.3Proposes innovative ideasJudgment and Decision Making**Make sound decisions involving varied levels of complexity, ambiguity and risk.2Assimilates and interprets data to make competing decisionsDelivering Business Results**Collaboration**Work and communicate collaboratively within City of Greater Sudbury to create alignment within and across teams and groups.3Collaborates beyond one’s areaCustomer/Citizen Focus**The desire to work closely with internal and external customers to meet and exceed their expectations.2Addresses underlying customer/stakeholder needsPlanning, Coordination & Execution**Plan and coordinate work to achieve desired results on a consistent basis.3Coordinates activities involving others within one’s teamAligning People & Teams**Holding Self & Others Accountable**Hold others accountable to execute to high standards of excellence and hold themselves accountable to the same or higher standard.3Monitors performance and gives corrective feedbackLeadership**Inspire others to work toward common goals by engaging and empowering them, and providing clarity and direction.2Optimizes team effectivenessEnhancing Personal Effectiveness**Commitment to Continuous Learning**Continuously develop and enhance one’s own and others’ personal and professional skills, knowledge and abilities.4Models a learning orientationFlexibility/Adaptability**Adapt and work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups.2Applies rules flexiblyInterpersonal Communication**Communicate effectively by reflecting on verbal and non-verbal behaviour, being attuned to the needs, perspectives and sensitivities of others and acting with them in mind.3Effectively uses empathyManagerial Courage/Integrity**Acting with integrity, ensuring one’s actions are consistent with City of Greater Sudbury’s values and expectations.2Is publicly candid with the team, acting with integrity consistent with one’s beliefsLeadership Presence**Develop and maintain a sense of presence and emotional maturity and have an inner confidence that one can succeed and overcome obstacles.3Demonstrates personal courageFor more information on leadership competencies, please see our Leadership Competency Dictionary.How to Apply: Qualified candidates should submit their résumé in confidence by* Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 4:30 PM by: e-mail to: *hrjobs@greatersudbury.ca* or facsimile number: 705-688-3979.* Any application received after this deadline will not be considered. Please reference the Employment Opportunity number (EX21-813) on your resume.For further instructions on how to apply to this position, please visit our How to Apply section.The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment, and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants.Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Hiring Manager.Job Type: PermanentWork Location: Multiple LocationsQuick Apply

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