Public Works Crew Supervisor - Internal Promotional

Public Works Crew Supervisor - Internal Promotional

Salary

$79,892.80 - $112,424.00 Annually

Location

City of Reno, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

312226P

Department

Maintenance and Operations

Opening Date

11/06/2026

Closing Date

11/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Promotional Opportunity

This is an internal recruitment only for current qualified classified City of Reno Employees

The City of Reno is seeking a motivated and experienced Public Works Crew Supervisor to lead and support the teams responsible for maintaining the Citys essential infrastructure and services. This position is within the Streets Division in the Maintenance and Operations Department. The ideal candidate in this position supervises, assigns, and reviews the work of staff responsible for the maintenance, repair, and alteration of City streets. They will address operational challenges and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.

We currently have one vacancy in the Maintenance & Operations Department, in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur

This is an internal recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of assigned staff responsible for the maintenance, repair, and alteration of City heavy and light duty equipment, facilities, buildings, streets, sewer lines, and other related infrastructures.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing maintenance and repair services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development of goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards, policies, and procedures; participate in the implementation of approved policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Participate in the selection of maintenance staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Schedule daily work activities according to seasonal limitations including snow and ice control, street paving, painting, weed abatement, and various other maintenance functions.
• Receive work orders and other requests for maintenance services from various City departments and staff; prioritize requests and order needed materials for completing maintenance functions; schedule work crews according to maintenance and repair needs.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of employees providing comprehensive maintenance and repair services in facilities/buildings, including electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, welding/fabrication, roofing, painting, safety/security systems, and overall facility appearance.
• Monitor work sites and ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; respond to and resolve complex work-related or equipment operating problems.
• Inspect work in progress and upon completion; detect and correct inefficient utilization of workers and equipment; ensure that work conforms to specifications and is in accordance with City regulations, policies, and operating procedures and practices.
• Provide maps and documentation showing changes needed regarding the placement of sewer lines to appropriate City staff in order to have corrections made on maps.
• Conduct research to provide information regarding right-of-way, parcel lines, and easements using City and County resources.
• Respond to emergency calls as necessary; provide assistance in fires, floods, chemical spills, traffic signal malfunctions, inclement weather, and accidents.
• Prepare specifications for and administer maintenance contracts with private contractors; disburse monies for payment and monitor budget expenditures.
• Maintain flow of information for the computerized maintenance management system.
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; estimate and requisition materials, parts, and supplies in accordance with established procedures.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of public works maintenance and repair programs; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Respond to and investigate public complaints and queries; recommend corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure that staff have the latest and most up-to-date computerized test and diagnostic equipment for heavy and light-duty equipment for troubleshooting and repair.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Education/Training:

High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized training* in public works maintenance and repair or a related field.

• Specialized training may include on-the-job training obtained through relevant work experience.

Experience:

Four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, repair, and alteration of City streets, facilities, equipment, and/or vehicles, including one year of lead supervisory experience.

Note: Qualifying lead supervisory experience may include experience assigning and prioritizing work, providing training and technical guidance, reviewing work for quality, and coordinating daily crew activities.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid commercial drivers license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements may be required for some positions.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.*

Supplemental Information

To Apply:

Submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested through our job board at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno by November 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.

Application Preparation:

A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.

Examination Process:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of online assessments which include a Cognitive Abilities Test, Situational Judgement Exercise along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows:

Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 20%

Cognitive Abilities Test = 30%

Situational Judgement Exercise = 50%

Online Assessment Details:

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.

The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on November 15, 2026. Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity. All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

Notification:

Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your governmentjobs.com profile.

Testing Accommodation:

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the Accommodation Request Form by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Contact Information:

Reports (Rule XV, Section 2)

Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information, including phone number, email, and mailing address.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):

If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans' preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points:

Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):

Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.

Appointment and Certification:

Appointments to positions in the Citys Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a persons rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Probationary Period:

Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12)

Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period.

The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted.

Questions and Updates:

Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov.

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Renos great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist us in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as outlined on the job posting.

Things to consider before you proceed:

• Resumes are not reviewed or considered in the evaluation process.
• All of your relevant experience must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.
• Unlike a resume which summarizes duties, your application should include detailed descriptions of your job responsibilities, tasks performed, and scope of work.
• Complete information assists us to accurately evaluate your qualifications, training, and experience.
• List multiple positions with a single employer separately within the work experience section.
• Failure to attach copies of required certifications, licenses, and/or proof of education beyond high school may result in disqualification during the minimum qualifications review. Proof of high school diploma does not need to be submitted.
• Information provided in your application may be verified.

By checking below, you confirm your application contains accurate, complete and truthful information. Any evidence of falsification or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from the recruitment process in accordance with Civil Service Rules.

• I confirm

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Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Have you had any specialized training in public works maintenance and repair or a related field? This can include on-the-job training.

• Yes
• No

05

Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?

• I have less than four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, repair, and alteration of City streets, facilities, equipment, and/or vehicles including one year of lead supervisory experience.
• I have more than four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, repair, and alteration of City streets, facilities, equipment, and/or vehicles including one year of lead supervisory experience.

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This is your opportunity to provide any additional details about duties you performed that may qualify toward the required experience. Only positions listed in the work experience section of your application will be considered.

For each employer where you gained qualifying experience, provide:

• The employer's name
• Your job title(s)
• Clarifying details about your duties/responsibilities you performed that demonstrate how you meet the required minimum qualifications

If the information you provide in the work experience section and response to this question does not clearly demonstrate that you meet the specific experience requirements, you will not move forward in the recruitment process.

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Do you have a valid commercial drivers license or the ability to contain one?

• Yes
• No

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Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Questions

Instructions:

For each Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) question, organize your response around the following three major portions:

• The situation, project, scope of work, and your personal role.
• The actions you personally took, including your methods, analysis, reasoning, and decisions.
• The outcome, work product, organizational impact, or other results.

A complete response will generally include approximately two to three detailed paragraphs for each of these major portions. This is response guidance and is not a required minimum or maximum. Responses will be evaluated based on the relevance, specificity, complexity, independence, and results demonstrated, not solely on response length.

You may prepare your responses in a word-processing document and paste them into the online questionnaire. You may review nonconfidential records that you are authorized to access and publicly available reference materials.

All substantive content must be independently prepared and reflect your own experience, analysis, and judgment. Responses may not be drafted, generated, rewritten, or substantively revised by another person or by a generative artificial intelligence tool. Ordinary spell-check may be used, but tools that generate or materially alter the substantive content of a response may not be used.

Failure to complete all questions or provide sufficient information may result in a lower score or disqualification from the examination process.

By selecting "I understand," you acknowledge and agree to comply with the independent-work requirements stated above.

• I understand

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Describe a specific situation in which you identified or addressed a significant workplace safety hazard during street maintenance or repair activities.

1. What was the safety hazard, and what risks did it present to employees or the public?

2. How did you identify and evaluate the hazard?

3. What actions did you personally take, and what was the outcome?

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Describe a specific situation in which seasonal or weather conditions created a significant scheduling challenge for maintenance operations.

1. What maintenance activities were you responsible for scheduling, and what challenges did the seasonal or weather conditions create?

2. How did you assess staffing, workload, coverage, and other resource needs to establish priorities?

3. How did you communicate and implement the revised schedule, and what was the outcome?

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Describe a specific situation in which you identified and resolved a significant operational problem involving maintenance activities, equipment, staffing, or inefficient work practices.

1. What was the problem, and how did it affect operations?

2. How did you investigate the issue and determine its underlying causes?

3. What possible solutions did you consider, and how did you determine the most appropriate approach?

4. What actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

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Describe a specific situation in which you coordinated maintenance or repair work with another department, City staff, a contractor, or an outside agency when needs or priorities differed.

1. What work needed to be coordinated, and what different needs or concerns were involved?

2. What was your role, and how did you communicate and work with the other parties?

3. How did you address disagreements, clarify responsibilities, or obtain needed resources or approvals?

4. What was the result of your coordination and any follow-up that was required?

Required Question

Employer City of Reno

Address PO Box 1900

Reno, Nevada, 89505

Phone (775) 334-2223

Website https://www.reno.gov/government/jobs-recruitment.php