Job Description

Essential Functions

• Creates and maintains computerized databases and files for the Highway Division which are used in the preparation of cost estimates, budget tracking, monthly reports, and annual reports.
• Coordinates personnel assignments an prepares daily reports of work completed.
• Dispatches information to employees and other departments via all city communication system ie. radio, e-mail, and in person etc.
• Communicates information to contractors and vendors regarding projects such as installation of traffic signals, traffic signs, parking meters, pavement markings, streetlights, gaslights, and specialty lighting.
• Receives and responds appropriately to calls from residents, vendors; city staff, and the police department. Uses DPW customer service computerized database to record problems, assign work, and close-out requests.
• Orders supplies and equipment; obtains price quotes and compares costs prior to making purchases; negotiates price adjustments and monitors expense budgets. Conducts .periodic inventory to ensure adequate stock, checks in shipments, and_ verifies accuracy of invoices.
• As requested by the Engineering Division, conducts manual traffic and parking counts, documents results, arid transfers data to PC. Downloads data from automatic counting equipment to PC. Performs quality control check on the data.
• Conducts periodic condition surveys of infrastructure, including traffic s1gns, pavement markings, parking meters; gaslights, streetlights, and traffic. igna1son as needed basis and reports findings to facilitate associated maintenance repairs
• Records and compiles data, generates reports for construction and maintenance activities, and performs related clerical duties such as the preparation of transfer bills and processing requisitions
• Creates, reports and distributes job costs to appropriate accounts to accurately reflect charges, and maintains records of same.
• Participates in snow and ice removal operations and other emergencies as declared by the City. Provides support and assistance in snow and ice removal operations and other-emergencies as declared by the City.
• Performs similar correlated duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications Physical and Ment.al Requirements

• Employee works in a moderately noisy office setting and is occasionally exposed to fumes or Airborne particles. Employee is required to sit, talk listen, and use hands more than 2/3rd of the time; stand and walk-up to 1/3rd of the time. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 lbs.
• Normal vision is required for the position. Equipment operated includes of office machine s and computers.

Education and Experience

A candidate for this position is required to have knowledge of personal computers and applicable computer software.

A candidate for this position should have knowledge of:

• Traffic maintenance practices and procedures
• Occupational safety precautions

Skill in:

• Interpersonal and organizational skills

And the ability to:

• Read and interpret technical' documents
• Work effectively with the public, employees, contractors· arid department heads
• Perform multiple duties simultaneously, despite frequent interruptions

Company Description

• To prospective applicants, please note the City of Newton has implemented a Vaccine Policy which requires, as a condition of employment, that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with the Human Resources Department. Please be prepared at the time of employment to either indicate your vaccination status or intent to request an exemption. You may review the City’s policy by visiting this link.

THE CITY:

The City of Newton is a wonderful place to live and work. Newton has safe and attractive neighborhoods, an excellent public school system, an active community life, multiple transportation systems, proximity to Boston and a well-managed and financially strong City government. The City of Newton has a population of approximately 88,900, with 32,600 housing units and occupies a land area of 18.3 square miles. Newton is principally suburban-residential in character. Unlike many other communities that are established around a single Main Street or downtown, Newton is comprised of thirteen distinctive villages. Newton has a diversified economic base with approximately 4,700 establishments employing approximately 79,500 people. Newton is special in many ways. It is home to a variety of private secondary and post-secondary schools including a portion of Boston College, Lasell University, William James College, Hebrew College, and the UMass Amherst – Mount Ida Campus. The longest stretch of the Boston Marathon runs through the City, including the well-known Heartbreak Hill. Newton-Wellesley Hospital, part of the Mass General Brigham health care system, serves as an important partner to the City. In September 2018, Newton was again ranked #1 in Massachusetts as the best place to live and #12 in the U.S.

OUR GOVERNMENT:

Newton has what is known as a “strong Mayor” form of government with the Mayor having the executive and administrative powers of the City. The legislative branch is comprised of 24 City Councilors. Mayor Ruthanne Fuller was sworn in on January 1, 2018 after serving on the City Council. She ran on a platform of providing Newton’s children with a top-notch education in an inclusive environment where empty nesters, seniors, young families, and people of diverse incomes can live together in vibrant villages and neighborhoods. Mayor Fuller is committed to keeping Newton safe, improving the city’s infrastructure, addressing climate change, providing excellent and responsive city services, and fostering art, culture and community life. The first female Mayor of Newton, she is a tireless advocate for all the city’s residents and is committed to making sure the city is welcoming, inclusive and diverse. The City of Newton was evaluated by Moody’s Investors Services in February 2020 and assigned its highest rating of AAA. Newton was thus well-positioned to weather the pandemic and economic downturn.

AS AN EMPLOYER:

The City of Newton believes that its employees are its greatest asset. To that end, we are committed to supporting our employees by providing competitive wages and growth, a comprehensive benefits package which includes a defined municipal pension plan, quality health and dental insurance plans, generous paid leave benefits, paid holidays, and access to supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation, short term disability plans, flexible spending accounts, and other employee benefits. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program and access to employee training and professional development opportunities. We continuously work to review and expand upon our benefit offerings. We encourage you to visit our Human Resources Department website to learn more about our organization and benefits which are available to our employees. And as always, you are encouraged to reach out to our dynamic HR Team by emailing hr@newtonma.gov.

Human Resources Diversity Statement

We recognize our workforce is a source of strength that is vital to our ability to effectively serve the City of Newton’s diverse community. We will:

• Actively recruit, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce.
• Proactively address discrimination through education and in partnership with other departments and leaders.
• Serve as a role model to celebrate and nurture diversity.
• Foster inclusion by staying curious and clarifying assumptions.
• Evaluate and develop policies and practices that reflect the diverse nature of our workforce.
• Build and strengthen accountability at all levels to support diversity efforts.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 457 Deferred Compensation plans
• Metro Credit Union
• Verizon Wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid leave time benefits and paid holidays.
• City Retirement (Mandatory)
• Direct Deposit
• Opportunity to serve the public and join a dynamic team of dedicated employees