Public Works Director

  • CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, CA
  • Bakersfield, California
  • Aug 03, 2024
Full Time Administration and Management Public Works
  • Salary: $14,237.77 - $17,306.47 Monthly USD

Job Description

Description

SALARY

$82.14 - $99.85 Hourly / Hour

$170,853.28 - $207,677.60 / Annual

FILING DEADLINE: Continuous.
The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on August 22, 2024.

Under administrative direction of the City Manager, directs all activities of the Public Works Department and is the designated City Engineer and Traffic Authority for the City. Work involves planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating activities of the divisions of the department, and performs other work as required.

Representative Duties

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Manages the activities of the Public Works Department, including but not limited to: Communications, Engineering, Fleet and General Services, Municipal Airport, Solid Waste, Street Maintenance, Traffic, and Wastewater Treatment; Confers with and advises department managers on problems related to the design, construction, and maintenance of public buildings, sewage treatment plants, streets, sewers, and other public works; Reviews plans, technical engineering reports, budget estimates, and proposed ordinances and regulations submitted by division heads.

For more information, see the following links: Job Description & Informational Brochure

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire and resume that they meet the below requirements:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Business or Public Administration or a closely related field AND
  • Seven (7) years of management and administrative experience in the direction of varied public works programs or other related managerial experience, of which three (3) years must be at division management level OR
  • An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be substituted for the above requirements
  • A Master’s Degree in related discipline preferred
  • Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California
  • Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license
  • Must be able to pass a background check
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please see full job description linked above.

Examination (Weighted: 100%)

(Tentative) The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
  • Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
  • Fire Safety Unit
  • Police Safety Unit
  • General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.

VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)

HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.

SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.

Closing Date/Time: 9/4/2024 1:00 PM Pacific

Base Pay

14,237

Job Address

Bakersfield, California United States View Map