Deputy Director of Public Works

Job Description:

Deputy Director of Public Works

Description

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Department of Public Works supports the Board of Supervisors’ goals and priorities of enhancing community infrastructure and effective delivery of public services. Public Works achieves this through six major operating divisions Administration, Engineering, Survey, Development Services, Heavy Equipment Shop and Operations/Roads. The Department strives to be the leading Public Works Department through innovative stewardship of infrastructure and environment. The ideal candidate is an experienced public works professional with exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and project management skills. The desired individual will be flexible and able to quickly build credibility and positive relationships. The Public Works Department is a team-orientated environment that focuses on overall department progress. The Deputy Director will serve as a mentor and develop and encourage staff to make decisions. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: May 5, 2026
Oral Examination: May 11, 2026 - May 15, 2026 Join our team and receive a bonus worth up to $10,000 or 21 additional days of leave time - Employee Choice Bonus Plan Details
THE POSITION Under direction of the Public Works Director with limited supervision the Deputy Director will assist in planning and directing the activities of the Public Works Development Services Division, which provides design standards, encroachment and transportation permits, off-site development standards, inspections, stormwater mandate enforcement, flood control responsibilities for the county, traffic studies and traffic control plan checks. To learn more about the Department of Public Works, click here.

Typical Tasks

• Provides direct technical and administrative assistance to the Director of Public Works concerning the operations of the Public Works Department;
• Develops and implements policies, programs, practices, and procedures for the Operations group maintaining those facilities;
• Conducts special studies as needed and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of department operations, including the establishment of short- and long-term priorities to meet departmental goals;
• Directs and provides oversight of activities of department supervisors and staff, including assignment of workload and work schedules.
• Oversees the Traffic Engineering Division, which handles traffic signals, signs, and parking management. Traffic Engineering staff collects and analyzes traffic collision, traffic volume, and speed data and conducts various traffic engineering studies and analyses.
• Supervisory duties including, but not limited to, instruction, mentoring, review and planning of work, maintaining standards, coordination of activities, allocation of personnel, interviewing and selecting new employees, administration and/or resolution of employee issues and problems, approval of employee performance evaluations, position control, discipline actions, and discharges;
• Provides consultant oversight, coordinates and chairs assigned committees, coordinates and prepares board agenda items, attends/participates in Project Development Team Meetings, and coordinates agreements between agencies;
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

KNOWLEDGE

• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources;
• Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models;
• Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of structures such as highways and roads;
• Law and Government: Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Team Building: Coordinate the efforts of several teams, divisions, departments, agencies, utility companies, or consultants to successfully deliver a project on schedule within budget;
• Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions;
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one;
• Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job;
• Accountability: Exercise responsibility, take initiative, independently analyze and use prudent judgment in solving higher-level issues and problems;
• Written Expression: The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineer or related field, and
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible management experience in the planning, design, and delivery of engineering services, including utilities, street design, and/or traffic operations. Three (3) of the five (5) years must be at the senior management level or above.

*Professional Engineering (PE) license can be substituted for the required four-year degree.
Proof of education (transcripts) will be required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call (209) 525-4130 to make other arrangements before 5:00 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof will result in disqualification. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualifications you may have within the "Duties" section of the online application.

• Five (5) years of experience in land development, subdivision map act and/or traffic engineering OR
• Five (5) years of local government agency experience in Public Works

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Unclassified Service of the County and considered “at will” for labor relations purposes. The individual selected will participate in the Stanislaus County Pay-for-Performance program, as well as receive additional benefits.
The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.

• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed. DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.

Closing Date/Time: 5/5/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$128,315.20 - $192,462.40 Annually