Roads Superintendent

TITLE:

ROADS SUPERINTENDENT SALARY: DOQ $60,000 - $70,000

DEPARTMENT: STREETS LAST UPDATE: DEC 8TH 2025

REPORTS TO:

TOWN ADMINISTRATOR FLSA DESIGNATION: EXEMPT

OPEN DATE: 2/23/26 CLOSE DATE:
Until Filled

Application Process:

Interested candidates should email a detailed resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience. All emails should be sent to Jobs with a subject line of “Roads Superintendent Application – [YOUR NAME]”.

DEFINITION:

This is a unique opportunity to help build the Town of Hochatown’s Public Works and Roads Division from the ground up.

Under the direction of the Town Administrator, the Roads Superintendent is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the Town’s roadway maintenance, transportation infrastructure, right-of-way management, drainage systems, construction projects, and assisting the Town Administrator with long-term capital planning. This position provides administrative direction and leadership for roads-related operations through effective supervision of staff, contractors, vendors, and maintenance activities.

Key responsibilities include establishing operational standards, developing and managing budgets, coordinating road rehabilitation and improvement projects, overseeing emergency response related to road conditions, implementing best practices for safety and compliance, and ensuring the Town’s road network meets the needs of residents, visitors, and businesses. The Superintendent will also collaborate with Town leadership, county partners, and state agencies to support responsible development, connectivity, and infrastructure sustainability throughout Hochatown.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbent(s). Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties and may be asked to perform position-related tasks not explicitly listed.

• Receives direction from the Town Administrator.
• Exercises direct supervision over all Roads/Public Works personnel, contractors, seasonal workers, and any administrative staff assigned to the Roads Division.

• Develop and implement policies, standard operating procedures, and maintenance schedules for all Town roads, rights-of-way, drainage systems, signage, vegetation control, culverts, and easements.
• Establish long-term capital improvement strategies, including road reconstruction, surfacing, drainage upgrades, and traffic safety enhancements.
• Recommend and implement roadway standards that align with best municipal practices and Oklahoma statutes.

• Manage and coordinate daily roadway maintenance, including asphalt repair, gravel maintenance, ditching, drainage improvements, tree/brush clearing, and snow/ice response.
• Conduct routine inspection of Town roads to identify hazards, deterioration, and infrastructure needs.
• Develop a systematic road rating and classification system to prioritize projects and budget allocation.

• Prepare, recommend, and manage the annual Roads Division budget, including staffing, equipment, materials, contracts, and long-term capital needs.
• Oversee procurement of equipment, vehicles, culverts, materials, and supplies; ensure cost-effective operations.
• Maintain accurate records, work orders, inventories, and preventive maintenance schedules.

• Plan, manage, and oversee municipal road construction projects, including contractor coordination, bid specifications, timelines, and quality control.
• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors, utility companies, and developers to ensure compliant infrastructure development.
• Support subdivision review and development processes by providing technical recommendations to the Town Administrator, Planning Commission, and Board of Trustees.

• Lead the Town’s roadway response during storms, flooding, winter weather, and emergency incidents impacting transportation routes.
• Coordinate with Fire, Police, OEM, McCurtain County, ODOT, Choctaw Nation, and utility providers to manage…