Operations Director - Ionia County Road Department

Ionia County is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Road Department Operations Director. The Operations Director provides leadership and strategic direction for the Road Department's operations, including road maintenance, construction, fleet services, traffic control, and emergency response. This role ensures the safe, cost-effective, and timely delivery of infrastructure services while maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of Michigan Transportation Funding; a good understanding of local, state, and federal highway financing; must possess strong skills in dealing with the public, employees, government officials, and the business community. Knowledge of road and bridge construction and maintenance is preferred.

The Operations Manager should demonstrate strong visionary leadership and will bring proven financial management expertise, with the ability to effectively plan, allocate, and manage resources in a fiscally responsible manner. They will play a key role in strategic planning, ensuring the development and maintenance of safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. Success in this role requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal staff, elected officials, local municipalities, contractors, and the public.

A complete, detailed job description is available at

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, transportation planning or related field.
• Prefer 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in administration related to public works and the operation of departments responsible for maintenance, planning, project management, construction, public finance and accounting, including Act 51, labor relations and public employee personnel administration, and grant writing.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills

Ionia County Benefits include:

• 95% Employer-Paid Healthcare Premium
• Employer contribution to health savings account ($600 for single coverage; $1200 for double or family coverage
• Employer-paid group life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary dental with employer contribution, vision, life, accident, hospital indemnification, and critical illness plans
• 401(a) defined contribution plan with 5% employer contribution
• 457 Deferred Compensation plans
• Personal Days earned at 1 day per month
• Immediate Vacation days

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume and Ionia County Application (found at to [email protected] or mail to Ionia County, Attn. Human Resources, 101 W. Main St., Ionia 48846.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Ionia County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• civil engineering, public administration or related field: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person