Description
THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is recruiting for a Public Works Superintendent within the Department of Public Works. Under the direction of the Field Services Manager, the incumbents will be responsible for the field services of the Public Works Department. They will plan, organize, and direct the work of field personnel and perform related work as required. The incumbents will be assigned to oversee various subdivisions such as Streets, Streams, Storm Drains, Street Lighting, and Motor Pool programs.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining and repairing the City’s infrastructure and wastewater treatment operations in an efficient and cost-effective manner while providing a high level of customer service and a safe work environment for city employees. The Department maintains parks, playing fields and medians and keeps streets and trails clean and well-maintained. The Department also coordinates the tree program, cleans beaches and coordinates the City Beautification program.

The Public Works Department is organized into three divisions including Wastewater Treatment Operations, Field Services and Engineering. The Wastewater Treatment Operations includes the operation of the Calera Creek water treatment plant and management of the collection system. Field Services oversees the maintenance of city streets, parks, trees, vehicles and public facilities. The Engineering Division manages public infrastructure projects, transportation planning and maintenance and repair of the City’s infrastructure. The Public Works Department is supported by 56 full-time staff and an annual operating budget of $4.6 million, along with a FY2023-2028 CIP appropriation of $ 8.6 million.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members.

If interested, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Please note, this recruitment closes on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST, so apply today!

PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTENDENT

(Streets and Streams, Parks, Building Facilities and Motor Pool)

DEFINITION

Under direction, manages the field services of the Public Works Department; to plan, organize, and direct the work of field personnel, including Parks, Trees, Streams Streets, Buildings, Rangers and/or Motor Pool Divisions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISITCS

This is a management class with major responsibilities for the City’s Parks, Trees, Streams Streets, Buildings, Rangers and/or Motor Pool maintenance programs, that requires significant independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. This position assists in the strategic planning, organization, and management across multiple operational units.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Field Services Manager or designee. Exercises general supervision over supervisory, professional, technical and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Plan, organize, direct, review and evaluate the work of staff involved in public works operations, including building maintenance, streams, streets, streets cleaning, storm drain maintenance, signs and signals, parking lots, and trails, janitorial service for City owned facilities, and vehicle maintenance and repair directly and through subordinate levels of supervision.
Establish and carry out division goals, objectives, work plans, reports, policies and procedures.
Prepare division budget and staffing requirements;
Plan, organize and direct the work of contractors;
Responsible for the procurement of goods and services.
Monitor operations to ensure that operating procedures are followed.
Control the requisition of supplies, materials and equipment.
Assist in the recruitment and placement of new employees.
Attend public meetings and functions.
Establish division goals and maintain exceptional working relationships.
Maintain exceptional working relationships
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties as assigned.

Job PDF:
PDF icon Public Works Superintendent.Streams, Streets. Motor Pool.pdf
Ideal Candidate
QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

Methods, tools, materials, and types and functions of equipment used in the maintenance of city street repair and maintenance
Methods, practices, standards and specifications for compliance with industry regulations.
Safety regulations and practices pertaining to work performed.
Principles and practices of industrial facilities and equipment, maintenance and repair.
Effective supervisory techniques.
Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient public utilities maintenance techniques.
Professional level writing techniques, including proper grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Skill/Ability to

Supervise assigned programs and personnel
Lay out and direct the work of semi-skilled workmen;
Read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
Interpret and apply technical standards, procedures, regulations, and City policies and procedures.
Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain pleasant and cooperative working relationships with employees, government officials and the general public.
Manage and advance multiple priorities, including large and complex projects, concurrently, on-time, and within budget.
Prepare and maintain clear and accurate reports and records
Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and software programs relevant to the work performed and have good knowledge of facility maintenance software programs.
Plan, organize, direct, and review the work of assigned staff.
Effectively supervise, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel.
Work independently and in a team setting.
Consistently demonstrate professionalism, ethical integrity, and exceptional customer service.
Direct and conduct work safely following industry best practices and the City’s safety practices and procedures.
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Experience and Training Guidelines

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

Experience

Four years of progressively responsible public works, construction and/or maintenance work;

Education

Equivalent to graduation from high school (additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis).

License

Possession of a State of California Class C at date of hire. Incumbent must acquire California Class B driver's license by completion of probation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Skills

Mobility to work in a typical office setting or outdoor environment. Able to use standard office and field equipment, including a computer; sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb stairs; lift and carry up to 25 pounds; maintain sustained posture for prolonged periods of time; distinguish among various colors and/or symbols; able to read printed materials and a computer screen; able to communicate effectively with others; smell to distinguish odors.

Work Environment

May be exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, inclement weather, dust, dirt, vibration, chemicals, traffic, traffic hazards, odors, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, explosive hazards, and bio-hazards. May be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

The employee may be required to work night, early morning, or weekend hours dependent on workload factors in addition to normally scheduled work hours. Respond off-hours to various emergency situations

The work schedule may include storm coverage and occasional irregular hours. The work schedule will include the need for irregular after-hours work as part of the normal job duties, including 24x7 availability for response to emergencies.

As required by the Department of Transportation, the incumbent of this position will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing according to DOT regulations.

Benefits
Benefits. The City of Pacifica provides a highly competitive compensation and benefits package that includes the following:

Retirement

The City contracts with CalPERS to provide a retirement plan that utilizes the formula of 2.5% @ 55 for "Classic members" or 2% @ 62 for "PEPRA members." Classic Members contribute 8% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 10.5%. PEPRA members pay 6.75% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 9.25%. The City does not participate in Social Security.

Insurance

The City provides its employees with a medical insurance allowance that allows employees to purchase medical insurance through either Teamsters Union #856 Health and Welfare or CalPERS medical benefits plan. Some plans require employee contributions.

Employees with proof of qualifying health insurance coverage through another group health plan may qualify for a "Health In-Lieu Payment" when declining city coverage.

The City contributes toward a dental insurance plan and vision plan for employee and all eligible dependents.

The City pays premiums for:

Life insurance premium in the amount of two (2) times annual salary up to $200,000
Long term disability insurance (to begin sixty days after onset of non-work-related illness or injury)
Long-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance: City provides paid long-term disability and life insurance coverage through Voya Financial, and an Employee Assistance Program through MHN.

Deferred Compensation

May participate in the 457 deferred compensation plan with one of three offered plans.

Vacation

Accrual begins at ten (10) days annually and increases based upon years of service.

Sick Leave

Twelve (12) days per calendar year

Administrative Leave

72 hours per fiscal year

Holidays

Thirteen (13) holidays (includes two floating holidays pro-rated based upon hire date) per year

Union and Probation

Position is a member of Teamsters Local 350 and serves a twelve (12) month probationary period.

For additional information please view our Employee Information page at http://www.cityofpacifica.org/depts/asd/hr/employee_information/default.asp

Special Instructions
APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application in CalOpps.org. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.

Examination and Selection Process

Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Applicants will be screened to the most qualified and invited to the next step in the recruitment process which may include a panel interview. The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is unable to schedule make-up examinations.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.

Virtual interviews are tentatively scheduled for 1/19-1/30.

Human Resources may revise this process as needed based on business needs.

After a mutual interest has been established, the final candidate must pass a City of Pacifica background check which includes, but is not limited to, the Department of Justice fingerprinting scan, reference check, pre-employment physical.

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Public Works Superintendent - Streets & Motor Pool