Assistant Director of Public Works – Engineering

The City of Pittsburg, CA is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Assistant Director of Public Works – Engineering to assist in managing and directing the Engineering Division. This leadership role will oversee division operations, establish policies and procedures, and ensure that engineering projects align with the City’s mission and goals. The position provides highly responsible and complex professional support to the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and may act in their absence.  A person appointed to this classification is an “at-will” employee.

The ideal candidate is an experienced engineering professional and leader with a strong background in municipal engineering, project management, and policy development. They should have excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to oversee a wide range of engineering functions while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Other Key Attributes and Characteristics include:
-Extensive experience in municipal engineering, capital improvement projects, and public infrastructure development; experience with assessment districts, regulatory compliance, and policy implementation.
-Possess exceptional management and organizational abilities to manage the Division’s budget, goals, objectives, and priorities while ensuring quality assurance.
-Great interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with other City Departments/Divisions and other public/private entities.
-A supportive and transparent leader who creates a cohesive structure and team-oriented working environment; competence in coordinating the selection, training, and evaluating staff while ensuring compliance.
-Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and stakeholders.
-Proficiency in preparing and coordinating reports and presentations.
-Able to provide clear goals and expectations, while remaining agile and can adapt to changing priorities.
-Stay informed on current trends, legislative changes, and best practices in municipal engineering to recommend policy updates.

To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit an abbreviated online application with a cover letter and resume at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pittsburg by April 4, 2025.   Resumes should reflect years and months of employment, positions held, as well as size of staff and projects you have managed.