Managing Editor jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Road Commission of Kalamazoo County (RCKC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Managing Director. The Assistant Managing Director Serves as the chief administrator of the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County (RCKC) in the absence of the Managing Director and will serve as the incoming Managing Director. Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates road commission programs in accordance with policies established by the Board. Researches and makes recommendations for changes to road commission policies. Develops the road commission’s operating budget and monitors budget expenditures throughout the year with the Finance Director. Directly and indirectly responsible for the supervision of all the RCKC Team. Represents the road commission to local, state, and federal officials.

HIGHLIGHTED BENEFITS INCLUDE:

•Health and dental insurance that starts on your first day

•Pension – 100% paid by RCKC

•11 paid holidays

•Paid vacation and sick leave

•Tuition Reimbursement

•Short-term disability

•Life insurance

SCHEDULE:

Winter schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with potential for overtime. Summer schedule: 4/10 work schedule, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM with potential for overtime (subject to change).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential duties (these examples do not include all the duties which the employee may be expected to perform)

•Supervises the RCKC Team directly and through subordinate managers to ensure a high level of service and the maintenance of road commission policies and specifications. Oversees the personnel management functions of employment interviewing and selection, training, assigning job duties, scheduling, and evaluating job performance.

•Directs and monitors departmental budgeting and financial management activities. Identifies and ensures correction of problem areas.

•Prepares agenda for and attends all road commission meetings to submit reports, provide advice, and present pertinent data and information. Recommends policy, programs, and services to the Board, assists the Board in making policy decisions, and informs the Board of pending issues to aid them in their policy determination and decision-making process.

•Implements Board decisions including policies, procedures, provision of services, and programmatic and financial objectives.

•Collaborates and cooperates with various local, state, and federal agencies concerning road commission matters. Regularly confers with other road commission representatives to resolve problems of mutual concern.

•Responds to telephone contacts and attends meetings with the public, contractors, news media and government officials and prepares letters, memoranda, and other written communications regarding road commission operations.

•Represents the interests of the road commission at the state and national levels. Represents the department to the public, speaking to community groups, explaining road commission activities, and encouraging support for programs.

•Negotiates and administers labor contracts, contracts for provision of services, procurement contracts, and state and federal contracts.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Preferred minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline.

Experience: 10 years’ experience in organizational, construction or engineering management in public works, road commission or similar organization.

Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license. Management of a diverse personnel in administrative, technical, and professional fields. Supervisory and administrative experience within the public sector is preferred.

Please send resume for Assistant Managing Director to hr@kalamazoocountyroads.com or USPS to the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County, 4400 S. 26th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048. Candidates requiring confidentiality should so indicate. Please no phone call position inquires. Resumes will be accepted for position through 05/03/2024.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience level:

• 10 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kalamazoo, MI 49048: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person