The City of Newark is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking professional to join our Public Works team as the City Engineer!

Newark is a thriving, dynamic community known for its unbeatable location connecting Silicon Valley, the East Bay and the Peninsula, its innovation, and its commitment to sustainability. The City is recognized for fostering a forward-thinking approach to public works projects that balance growth with environmental stewardship. The Engineering Division plays a crucial role in maintaining the City’s reputation for excellence in infrastructure development, planning, and community enhancement.

The Public Works Department is made up of four divisions: Engineering, Building Inspection, Maintenance, and Environmental Services. The City Engineer will be a key leadership position oversees the Engineering Division, ensuring the efficient delivery of public works projects, transportation initiatives, and infrastructure improvements that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

The incumbent in this position will be instrumental in directing the planning, design, and construction of public infrastructure projects, overseeing both city-led developments and private sector contributions. This includes the review and approval of subdivision maps, street designs, stormwater management, and adherence to city and state standards for engineering projects. As a vital contributor to the City’s long-term development, the City Engineer will manage the City's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), ensuring that infrastructure projects are aligned with the needs of our growing community.

Some of the City's exciting in-progress and upcoming projects that this position will be involved in include:

A streetscape project funded with regional grants and state earmarks, celebrating a beginning to development of the downtown area.

A full list can be seen in the 2024-2026 Biennial Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (starting on page 201).

This position reports to the Public Works Director and supervises a talented team of professional, technical, and paraprofessional staff. The City Engineer will also act in the absence of the Public Works Director, providing crucial leadership and decision-making in the department.

A few key aspects of this position are:

Leadership & Supervision: Direct the activities of the Engineering Division by assigning, supervising, and evaluating the work of staff and ensure that city projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with legal requirements.

Project Oversight: Lead the development and implementation of major street, transportation, and capital projects through plan and specification review, bidding process management, and construction and inspection.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all private development and public improvement plans comply with state and local codes, including the preparation and review of subdivision maps and stormwater management initiatives.

Capital Improvement Management: Administer the City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), including project selection, budget oversight, and coordination with City Council and other stakeholders.

Grant Applications & Management: Apply for federal and state grants to fund various public works projects. Monitor the expenditure and compliance of awarded grants.

Collaboration & Communication: Provide guidance to other City departments and the public on civil engineering and urban development matters. Represent the City in regional discussions and public meetings.

For more information about the Public Works Department, please visit our website at www.NewarkCA.gov, click the “Departments” tab, and select “Public Works”.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional civil engineering work including three (3) years of supervisory and project management experience.

License:

Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.

Current registration as a Civil Engineer in California.

Job Announcement URL:
https://www.newark.org/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

Job Description URL:
https://www.newark.org/home/showpublisheddocument/10103/638434195172230000
Job PDF:
PDF icon Brochure City Engineer 5.1.25.pdf

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the City Engineer position is an energetic, hands on, experienced, and motivated leader with a passion for enhancing the quality of life for Newark's residents through effective and sustainable engineering practices. This individual thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence, demonstrating a genuine dedication to advancing the city’s infrastructure and public works initiatives.

With a strategic mindset and a proven track record in managing complex engineering projects within a municipal context, our next City Engineer will possess a diverse range of experience that equips them to tackle the challenges of urban development. They are comfortable engaging with a wide array of stakeholders, including elected and appointed officials, department directors, community leaders, contractors, and members of the public. Exceptional written and oral communication skills are essential for success in this role, enabling the candidate to present ideas clearly and effectively at public meetings and in reports. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and demonstrated ability to deliver projects on-time and on budget.

The City’s PRIDE Values (Personal Service, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Diversity, and Engagement) exemplify how the City carries out its mission and as the City Engineer, the incumbent will embody PRIDE as a proactive member of Newark's Leadership Team. Furthermore, the ideal candidate will reflect the qualities expected by the Public Works Director, including the ability to zero in on opportunities, ideate to solve complex engineering challenges, develop practical solutions, and make informed decisions that benefit the community.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The City offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

Health Insurance: The City contributes the following amounts to employee health and welfare benefits:
Employee only: $932
Employee + 1 dependent: $1,862
Employee + 2 or more dependents: $2,460
If employee declines all medical insurance with the City, employee may receive up to $450 cash in lieu per month. If employee participates in the cafeteria plan, but does not utilize the full benefit, employee will receive up to $450 “cash-back” per month. Any cash back will be paid to the employee in taxable compensation. Proof of medical insurance is required.

Retirement: CalPERS 2.5% @ 55 for Classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for New PEPRA members. The City does not participate in Social Security. The City participates in Medicare.
General Leave: 184 to 264 hours of general leave accrual each year, depending on length of service. Up to 80 hours of general leave may be converted to pay per fiscal year.
Management Leave: Up to 56 hours per fiscal year.
Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation.
Life Insurance: City-paid $50,000 policy.
Educational Reimbursement: Up to $10,000 lifetime benefit
Long-term and Short-term Disability: Voluntary participation.
Health Allowance: $100/month
Wellness: On-site bicycle lockers, and employee wellness activities such as workshops, fitness challenges, and informal meetings.
Health & Fitness: Employees and eligible family members have free use of the gym, exercise equipment and aquatic facilities at the Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center, as well as resident rates for classes and rentals

You may review the Compensation and Benefit Plan on our website for additional details: Compensation and Benefit Plan

Special Instructions
An application, resume, and cover letter must be submitted through CalOpps. The first round of application reviews will be on the week of May 25th, 2025. The most qualified candidates will then be invited to an oral board interview. The selected final candidate will be required to complete a background check, including fingerprinting and a basic physical exam.

We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department as early as possible for accommodation requests.

The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.

All government employees are disaster service workers as defined by California Government Code Section 3100. In addition to everyday duties, employees have the added responsibility of helping throughout any disaster.

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