DESCRIPTION:

The Department:

The Department of Public Works is responsible for the design, construction and maintenance of public streets, sidewalks, curbs, storm drains, street trees, medians and traffic signs/markings, and buildings. The department provides engineering review for private developments to ensure these are constructed according to city specifications, purchases and maintains vehicles and equipment, and implements the City’s storm water pollution prevention and solid waste programs.

The Position:

This is a management position in the Unclassified Service. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Public Works, the position will be responsible for supervising the Street, Storm Drain, Traffic, Solid Waste, Tree and Landscape Maintenance divisions of the Public Works Department. An incumbent in this class exercises independent judgment and discretion; manages, controls and directs employees and contractors; assists in preparation and administration of budgets; implements asset management programs, and formulates policies for the effective use of assigned departmental personnel.

As a member of the City's Unclassified Service, this is an "at-will" position and the incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of October 29, 2024 at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

The annual salary range for this position is $158,495.16 - $205,123.92. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering, horticulture, landscape architecture, construction management, business management, or related field.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

Five years of increasingly responsible and varied experience involving street, traffic, landscape or storm drainage maintenance and construction or acceptable alternative public works maintenance or construction experience, at least two years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

License/Certifications:

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of application and for the duration of employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

An advanced degree in public administration, business administration, engineering, or management is desirable.
Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid certificate of registration from the State of California in civil engineering is desirable.
Certified Arborist certificate from International Society of Arboriculture is desirable.
Pest Control Advisor (PCA) certificate from California Department of Pesticide Regulation is desirable.

Special Conditions:
May be required to work unusual hours and to be available on an "on-call" basis.

Conflict of Interest:
Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest statement upon assuming office, annually and upon leaving office, in accordance with City Manager Directive 100.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.

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