In 1976, Bruce Van Jaarsveld began his 23 year career with Highlands County as an equipment operator. After receiving a promotion, Bruce became the first Safety Supervisor in Highlands County . He is responsible for establishing the Highway Safety program that includes safety training and overseeing the county’s signs and signals. Later, Bruce was promoted again, this time to Road Supervisor where he served for a decade before he was appointed as the Highlands County Road and Bridge Superintendent. His current duties include overseeing the Road and Bridge Department, mowing crews, vehicle maintenance, and the county-owned shell pit operation in Charlotte County .