Top 4 Highway commissioner Jobs in Wisconsin

Highway Superintendent (Patrol)
COUNTY OF DODGE —Juneau, WI
- $45.94 - $50.63 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Word processing
- Engineering
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Highway Engineer
Outagamie County —Appleton, WI
- $86,507.20 - $97,364.80 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
6d
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE IV - HIGHWAY
Winnebago County —Winnebago County, WI
- $22.93 - $25.48 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Police Officer
City of West Allis —West Allis, WI
- $65,884.06 a year
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Highway Engineer
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Works with other county and local officials by providing engineering analysis in areas such as traffic studies ,speed zone studies, signal warrants, bicycle and…
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6d
Highway Design Engineer
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. —Pewaukee, WI
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field. Supervisory and/or mentoring experience in the related field.
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Highway Superintendent (Patrol)

COUNTY OF DODGE -
Juneau, WI

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Job Details

Full-time
$45.94 - $50.63 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Pension plan
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Technical engineering
Managerial strategic planning
Fiscal management
Confidential information handling
Equipment safety procedures
Team supervision
Highway transportation systems
Word processing
Program development
Spreadsheets
Bridge construction projects
Construction project management
Operations coordination planning
Adhering to traffic regulations
Employee training
English
Performance feedback (performance evaluation method)
Policy & process development
Math
Engineering project budget management
Road construction
Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role
Safety hazards
Technical writing
Vehicle codes
Managing projects
Productivity software
Local ordinances
Traffic laws

Full Job Description

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Starting Wage Range: $45.94/hr. - $50.63/hr.

Department: Highway

Position Open Until Filled - Application Review Date: July 6, 2026

Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with application

Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

Paid Time Off (PTO) – available for use after 30 days of employment
10 observed paid holidays
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) – with employer contributions - HRA
Life insurance, Long-term disability, Short-term disability and Flex spending
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) – an exceptional pension plan with employer match (upon vesting) and lifetime retirement payment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides leadership in attracting, retaining, and developing an engaged workforce in the delivery of superior services to County residents and businesses.

Directs the work of and manages subordinate staff. Participates in the selection of new employees. Provides training, instructions, and ongoing training needs. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Provides staff coaching/counseling. Recommends employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge to the Commissioner.

Provides leadership and management to all assigned staff.

Identifies staff development needs and notifies Commissioner of department training recommendations.

Inspects and monitors County, State, and Local roads and structures for maintenance and repairs. Monitors budgets and organizes repairs.

Inspects and prepares estimates for road maintenance activities for other municipalities within the County at their request.

Oversees the day-to-day operational activities of assigned areas, including coordination of scheduled maintenance and construction, and responses to emergency situations and weather events. Monitors effectiveness of operations to provide adequate coverage for responsibilities.

Monitors weather and road conditions to determine if/when to dispatch crew members to perform plowing/salting/sanding functions during winter months of snow/ice conditions.

Organizes and coordinates road construction and maintenance activities including road construction, resurfacing, grading, repair, and signs and markings.

Responds to emergency situations as needed and provides technical expertise to ensure that all aspects of the situation are handled in a proper and legal manner.

Schedules and manages winter maintenance of (snow and ice removal) of all State, County and the majority of all town roads within the county; handles related complaint calls.

Assists in preparation of the department budget as it relates to highway operations; monitors and tracks budgets as well as project budgets; monitors unit costs of maintenance. Authorizes expenditures for activities, uniforms, equipment, staff, or other operational needs.

Participates in long- and short-range departmental planning, reviews progress, and reports results.

Reviews, verifies and assists in coding timecards, crew reports, invoices, requisitions, and accident repair costs.

Prepares and sends State-required reports including road construction reports, monthly sign repair reports, storm reports, bridge repair reports, salt delivery reports, repair cost reports, accident repair cost reports, etc.

Inventories County and State materials and supplies.

Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all County safety regulations; ensures equipment is safely operated and driving laws are obeyed; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.

Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting, investigating, and follow-up of equipment incidents or personal injuries. May investigate incidents as assigned.

Coordinates work needs with other management personnel.

Provides backup assistance to other Superintendents, as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of highway and local government highway maintenance administration, methods, procedures, and related activities and services.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the work and necessary safely precautions.
Knowledge of the Wisconsin Statutes and Transportation Administrative rules as they apply to and impact Town, City, County, and State Transportation program areas.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, and other related infrastructure.
Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line-item budgeting.
Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time-off, and maintaining personnel records.
Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent for this position.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provisions of open records laws and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
Work has standard vision requirements.
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
Work is generally in a moderately noisy office setting.
Work is primarily in an office setting with periodic visits to the field.
Work has some exposure to outdoor and construction based environmental conditions.

Dodge County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants (https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdodgeco.rec.pro.ukg.net%2FDOD1000DODGE%2FJobBoard%2Fcec5f37d-31be-485f-8dab-920784fb2a37%2FAccessibility&data=05%7C02%7Cspaff%40co.dodge.wi.us%7C103e47875cfb43fa789e08dd07d534c5%7Ce59b304f7f134e7786310087fa11c377%7C0%7C0%7C638675334501835282%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pZfeyB94edl%2BVkjIvFLUEUxcB%2FTMz%2BqCXjr2O7DZHWg%3D&reserved=0)

Experience

Required

Must successfully pass criminal background check.
Work Zone Safety Training, MSHA, confined space, hazmat, forklift certification, first aid, and CPR, may be required upon hire based upon assignment of equipment.
Three years’ previous supervisory experience.
Associate’s degree in engineering, business, or closely related field with a minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in transportation and infrastructure or an equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge and abilities may be substituted for above listed requirements.

Education

Required

Associates or better in Engineering or related field

Preferred

Bachelors or better

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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Starting Wage Range: $45.94/hr. - $50.63/hr.

Department: Highway

Position Open Until Filled - Application Review Date: July 6, 2026

Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with application

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Status: Full Time, Exempt Starting Wage Range: $45.94/hr. - $50.63/hr.

Department: Highway Position Open Until Filled - Application Review Date: July 6, 2026 Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with application

Experience

Education

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Starting Wage Range: $45.94/hr. - $50.63/hr.

Department: Highway

Position Open Until Filled - Application Review Date: July 6, 2026

Please submit Resume and Cover Letter with application