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ABOUT THE CITY
Nestled in the heart of Ventura County, just minutes from California's scenic coastline, Camarillo offers a unique blend of small-town charm, a vibrant community spirit, and an exceptional quality of life as a forward-thinking and innovative local government, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding service while fostering a dynamic, empowered workforce that reflects the high standard to the community we serve.Discover more about us and our organizational culture here.

Learn more about the Administrative Services Department here.

BENEFITS

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THE POSITION

The ideal candidate is an experienced and analytical facilities professional with a strong background in building operations, maintenance programs, and capital project coordination. This individual brings the ability to evaluate facility performance, prioritize maintenance and repair needs, and make informed decisions that support reliable operations and long-term asset preservation.

The position leads a team of five staff and oversees multiple service contracts supporting a diverse portfolio of City facilities, including public safety facilities, a historic ranch property, library, sanitation and utility facilities, and improvement projects. Experience managing facility maintenance programs, building systems, contractor performance, space planning, and construction or renovation projects is essential.

Successful candidates demonstrate strong organizational and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in an active operational environment. The ideal candidate communicates effectively, works collaboratively across departments, and is comfortable translating technical facility issues into clear operational and budget recommendations for leadership.

This role is best suited for a professional who is detail-oriented, accountable, and motivated by maintaining safe, functional, and well-maintained public facilities while continuously improving efficiency and service delivery.

The position directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Fleet and Facilities Division within the Administrative Services Department including vehicle and equipment acquisition, utilization, maintenance, repair, and disposal as well as building and grounds maintenance and repair, office services, plant engineering, custodial services, facility design and construction/alterations, security, and space planning functions and programs; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director.

Please click on this link to see the entire classification description: Fleet & Facilities Manager.

Education and Experience:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a fleet and facilities maintenance and repair program.
• Modern and complex principles and practices used in a facilities maintenance and repair program as well as a fleet management and vehicle maintenance and repair program.
• Methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in a facilities maintenance and repair program.
• Methods, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Types and level of maintenance and repair activities performed in a facilities and fleet maintenance program.
• Vehicle replacement programs and accounting and depreciation policies and practices.
• Uses, capabilities, and limitations of security equipment.
• Building equipment and electrical systems.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Plant and facilities engineering management techniques including energy conservation.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Oversee and participate in the management of a comprehensive facilities and fleet maintenance and repair program.

• Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.

• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

• Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.

• Prepare and administer budgets.

• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.

• Read and interpret plans, specifications, and drawings.

• Exercise sounds independent judgment.

• Diagnose operational problems and take effective courses of action.

• Inspect projects and evaluate the adequacy of work performed.

• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.

• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and field environment; to stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces; to lift and/or carry light to moderate amounts of weights; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in inside and outside environments with some travel to different sites and locations; may be exposed to noise, dust, and inclement weather conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Camarillo is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

Disaster Services Assignments

As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Temporary employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view the correspondence.

FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION, CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE LISTED CLOSING DATE AND TIME. TENTATIVE FIRST ROUND INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD THE WEEK OF APRIL 6 AND FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF APRIL 13.

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