Assistant Director of Public Works for Utilities

San Diego County Water Authority; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Poway is seeking an Assistant Director of Public Works Utilities to lead a motivated team and oversee significant public works projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong ethics, project management expertise, and effective communication skills.

This role involves managing workloads, guiding staff, and representing the City with various stakeholders. The position offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the community and enhance service standards.

Qualifications

• Strong character and ethics, including honesty and integrity.
• Expertise in project management and budget oversight.
• Well-versed in public works operations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Guide staff and manage a substantial workload.
• Advance important community projects and services.
• Represent the City with governmental agencies and community groups.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Oversight

Employee Supervision

Effective Written Communication

Job description

Due to an upcoming retirement, the City of Poway is recruiting for the position of Assistant Director of Public Works Utilities and is seeking a committed, experienced, and personable leader to guide staff, manage a substantial workload, and advance a broad range of important projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong character and uncompromising ethics—including honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness—along with expertise in administrative principles, goal setting, program development, project management, budget oversight, employee supervision, contract administration, and the application of Federal, State, and local regulations. This individual should be well-versed in organizational and management practices, current developments in public works operations, safety standards, recordkeeping, modern office technologies, and effective written communication. Additionally, the successful candidate will excel at representing the City with governmental agencies, community groups, and professional organizations, and will provide exceptional customer service when working with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated leader who wants to make a lasting impact on the community, influence meaningful projects, support a dedicated team, and contribute to the continued success and high service standards that define the City of Poway.