• Full Time
  • Vacaville, CA
  • $115,690.34 - $140,613.14 Annually USD / Year

Website City of Vacaville

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With more than 600 employees, the City of Vacaville values work-life balance and offers flexible/hybrid work schedules, every other Friday off,  employee social and wellness activities, casual dress days, competitive pay and generous benefits and retirement package.

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The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Public Works Manager in our Public Works Department. Currently, two (2) full-time vacancies exist for this position. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future full-time, part-time and limited-term vacancies in this classification that may occur over the next 12-month period.

The Public Works Manager in our Public Works Department leads and oversees critical infrastructure projects and public services. This leadership role involves managing diverse teams, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations and implementing innovative solutions to maintain and improve public works operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, budget oversight and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Some duties of the Public Works Manager are as follows:

Plan, coordinate and oversee public works infrastructure projects and contractors
Update and proactively manage the Public Works Department’s asset management plan and capital replacement forecasting activities
Supervise teams to ensure efficient operations, safety and compliance with City policies and regulations
Lead the Maintenance Division’s software and data management improvement initiatives
Manage budgets, monitor expenditures and recommend cost-effective solutions
Analyze operations, identify improvements and implement strategies to enhance infrastructure and efficiency
Represent the Maintenance Division with internal departments, outside commissions and the general public
Collaborate with internal departments, agencies and stakeholders to address public works needs

SALARY RANGE: Public Works Manager – $115,690.34 – $140,613.14/Annually
Working for the City of Vacaville comes with an excellent benefits package including:

Medical Insurance at affordable rates – City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premiums and other plans are also available
Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
Up to 75 hours per year of Administrative Leave
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Deferred compensation plan with up to 6% City contribution available
California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)  plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account

See the Vacaville Managers Organization (VMO) MOU for more detailed information.

A complete job description for this position can be viewed on our website at www.cityofvacaville.gov.

ABOUT YOU
Ideal Candidate – The ideal candidate for this position will have a positive attitude, enjoy working in teams and have experience and depth of knowledge on public works maintenance programs, data management and analysis, project management, and the ability to:

Manage multiple conflicting priorities and work well in a fast-paced environment
Be flexible and shift gears to assist with unforeseen circumstances
Analyze data, available resources and stakeholder wants and needs to make recommendations for prioritization of work
Assess existing processes, research alternatives, make change recommendations and oversee implementation
Ensure staff has the resources, training and support to provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers

Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:  Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, construction management, civil engineering, communications, or a related field.

Experience:  Five years of increasingly responsible experience in program and/or project management, preferably at a public works agency or similar environment, including at least two (2) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

License and Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment is required.

ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com.  Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.

IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address which you check regularly. For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.

Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended.  Pre-placement assessments for this position include employment and education verification, Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), medical and DMV record review.

To apply for this job please visit www.governmentjobs.com.