*This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*
The advertised salary is for this position only.
The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department, Water Division is seeking an Engineer Division Managerwith strong organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. This individual will be responsible for managing the Water Division's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and maintenance projects requiring engineering support. Performs various professional-level civil engineering work related to the planning, budgeting, design, review, and construction of CIP projects; confers with City Staff, contractors, consultants, and representatives of other agencies regarding water infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will have public sector experience, water utility experience, be well-versed in modern principles and practices of engineering, and possess solid communication skills. As the position interacts with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, exceptional interpersonal skills are of the utmost importance. The successful candidate will have a proven work history of growth, the ability to effectively implement projects, and interact with staff professionally and positively. These are the ideal opportunities for individuals that possess a passion for public service, especially serving an underserved community, and for entrepreneurs from within who recognizes this opportunity to create and establish an effective and efficient administrative infrastructure for long-term success.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Develop the Water Division engineering team
Coordinate with Operations
Manage the Water Division CIP planning and execution
Assist with the annual budget process
Develop and review requests for proposals
Manage professional agreements and construction contracts
Assist Operations with maintenance projects that require engineering support
Payroll/Classification Title:
Engineer Division Manager
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Senior Engineer in that it provides management of complex, sensitive and/or citywide projects and may provide direct supervision of engineers and technical staff.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
As assigned, incumbents supervise professional, paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.
WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm.This position may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. This position is not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Job Type: Full Time
Agency: PUBLIC WORKS
Location: Water Service: 251 South Hayes Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93030