Public Works Manager

Public Works Manager

The City of Placentia is now recruiting for the position of Public Works Manager. Bachelor's Degree Annual Salary : $129,892.31 - $157,884.92. Master's Degree Annual Salary : $132,390.24 - $160,921.17. 4 / 10 Schedule (M - TH) + Excellent Benefits. This recruitment will be open until Sunday, October 12, 2025, or when 50 applications are received, whichever comes first. Interested candidates should submit their application materials as soon as possible.

Under the direction of the Director of Public Works / City Engineer, the Public Works Manager plans and manages the activities and operations of the Maintenance Services Divisions within the Public Works Department; coordinates maintenance programs, services, and special events with other departments, agencies, contractors, and the general public; provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director of Public Works; and performs related duties as required.

The Public Works Manager establishes goals and priorities, ensuring the implementation of work plans by maintenance supervisors. They also indirectly lead personnel involved in streets, sanitation, parks, trees, landscaping, equipment, and facility maintenance operations. This position reports to the Director of Public Works / City Engineer and works with the Deputy Director of Public Works - Engineering for the coordination of capital improvements and construction projects. The Public Works Manager has broader functional, administrative, and budgetary responsibilities and decision-making authority than the maintenance supervisors.

The following list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and / or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Coordinates the organization, staffing, and operational activities of Public Works maintenance and field services, including parks and landscape maintenance, street sweeping, storm drainage, street maintenance, street lighting, graffiti maintenance, street signage, striping and legends, equipment and facility maintenance, and special events.
• Manages and oversees the Solid Waste Program for the City, including rate setting, fiscal management, personnel, consultant services, management of franchise agreement, etc.
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, and procedures; sets priorities for maintenance and field services work.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates public works personnel; provides or coordinates staff certification and training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Leads, coordinates, and reviews work plans for providing field maintenance, equipment maintenance, and related services; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns work activities and projects.
• Conducts periodic inspections of field operations and work records; works with supervisory personnel and staff to identify and implement improvements in work methods and services.
• Develops and administers public works program budgets; forecasts additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs monitoring of and approves expenditures; recommends adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinates public works activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the Director of Public Works / City Engineer; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Ensures the adherence to safe work practices by maintenance personnel; assumes responsibility for any hazardous waste materials generated by public works services or functions; maintains appropriate records of materials; provides employee training in the use and handling of hazardous materials.
• Attends commission meetings, may attend City Council meetings, and participates in professional group meetings; stays informed of new trends and innovations in the field of street maintenance, street lighting, storm drainage, street sweeping, fleet and facility services, and parks, trees, and landscaping.
• Investigates and resolves public complaints related to maintenance services. Responds to natural disasters and emergencies in the city and the need to deploy maintenance personnel.

Other duties : Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the City.

Bachelor's degree in public administration, construction technology, or a related field and six years of progressively responsible construction and maintenance management experience, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. License(s) required : Valid, current driver's license.

Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume that describes experience, education, and training with the position's requirements; however, a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for a City employment application. All applications will be reviewed, and only those candidates deemed most qualified based on their education, training, and experience, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to, oral interviews and / or written exams, performance tests, and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment-eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, or until an insufficient number of candidates remain, unless exhausted sooner.

The City of Placentia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, per the California Fair Chance Act.

In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Placentia employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

Mid-management (Unrepresented) Benefits

Schedule - The City operates on a 4 / 10 work schedule. Retirement - The City of Placentia participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and does not participate in Social Security.

Health Insurance - The City provides up to $1,877 per month to purchase health insurance for employees and dependents through the CalPERS Health Benefits program. Alternatively, there is a $400 medical opt out payment for employees who are insured outside the City's insurance coverage. Telecommunications Allowance - City pays $75 / per month. Dental & Vision Insurance - Fully paid plan for dental and vision insurance.

Life Insurance - Fully paid life insurance policy equal to annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased with the employee paying for the premium. Disability Insurance - Fully paid short-term and long-term disability insurance policies. Bilingual Pay - An additional pay of $175 per month. Flexible Spending Account - Employees may contribute to a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account on a voluntary basis. Educational Incentive Pay - 2% for Associates, 4% for Bachelors, and 6% for Master's Degree. Deferred Compensation 457 (b) Plan - Employees may contribute to a deferred compensation plan on a voluntary basis. Paid Time Off (Vacation) - 80 hours per year; increases to 120 hours after 3 years of service. Alternative Health & Wellness (Sick Leave) - 96 hours per year; this program includes an incentive of up to $1,250 per fiscal year. Management Leave - Up to 80 hours per calendar year, dependent upon assignment and director discretion. Allotment prorated for new employees. Holidays - 13 paid holidays per year. In addition, subject to City Council approval, City Hall and most City Services observe a Holiday Closure annually for two weeks at the end of December / beginning of January, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day (paid time off varies per year, assignment and Bargaining Unit; City will provide additional holiday hours during this closure period.