JOB TITLE: Superintendent of the Town of Akron

Definition:
The Superintendent, an incumbent of this position is responsible for planning and directing the
activities of a public works department. Supervision is exercised over the personnel engaged in
street maintenance, refuse collections, sewer maintenance, water system and other activities
assigned to a Public Works Department.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proper and Valid Driver’s License
• State Certified to operate municipal water & wastewater (Preferred but not required)
• Must be able to perform manual labor tasks that require lifting and carrying objects up to 50
(occasionally 100) pounds

Benefits:
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Sick Days & Holidays
• Retirement Plan (PERF)
• Salary is set by To

Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only)
• Supervising subordinate personnel and managing day-to-day activities in the maintenance,
construction and/or repair to streets, sewer systems, water systems, parks, municipal buildings,
snow removal, refuse collections, and the use and care of the equipment used in these activities
• Supervising the operation and maintenance of various types of automotive equipment, such as
trucks, sweepers, and snowplows
• Supervising the installation and maintenance of water mains, meters, and plant, where the
water works is part of public works department
• Inspection of streets, parks, structures and equipment and makes recommendations as to
necessary repair or maintenance
• Makes assignments and inspects the work of subordinates involved in public works activities
• Organizes and assigns public works employees in the event of emergencies such as storms,
water or sewer breaks, etc.
• Investigates complaints regarding departmental activities
• Prepares time sheets, reports, and other matters
• May use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, calendar and
database software in the performance of work assignments.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:
• Must be willing to attend educational classes and obtain certifications ex: DSS, WT3, 1SP
• Ability to work weekends as assigned and available for emergencies 24/7
• Good knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment and terminology used in maintenance and
repair of streets, parks, sewers and municipal structures
• Good knowledge of the use of automotive equipment used in a public works department
• Basic knowledge of the principles underlying the management of a municipal department of
public works
• Ability to plan, layout and supervise the work of others
• Ability to effectively use computer applications
• Administrative ability
• Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
• Initiative
• Resourcefulness
• Tact
• Courtesy

Candidates may apply by submitting a completed application & resume with references to the Town
of Akron. Application, Resumes and references can be dropped off at: 206 W Rochester St, Akron, IN
46910 M-F from 9:00AM-4:00PM or emailed to Rebecca at [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed and evaluated before requesting interviews for a limited number of
applicants.