Assistant Director - Public Works

NAFA Fleet Management Association; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 214,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The City of Santa Clara is seeking an Assistant Director of Public Works to lead approximately 80 employees across street and building maintenance, fleet management, and related operations. Reporting to the Director, the role focuses on setting priorities, advancing department goals, and delivering essential services to the community.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive public works maintenance and operations experience, a strong customer service mindset, and a commitment to continuous

Qualifications

• Six years of progressively responsible experience in business management/administration, operations, or maintenance.
• Two years of management or supervisory experience.
• Public Works or similar operational experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee approximately 80 employees responsible for street and building maintenance, fleet management, and other operations.
• Help establish priorities, advance department goals and initiatives, and ensure delivery of essential services.
• Provide strong customer service orientation and contribute to continuous improvement across the department.

Skills

Leadership

Public works management

Customer service orientation

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The City of Santa Clara (pop. 133,000), located in the heart of Silicon Valley just 45 miles south of San Francisco, seeks an Assistant Director of Public Works. Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director will oversee approximately 80 employees responsible for street and building maintenance, fleet management, and other operations.

A key senior leader, the Assistant Director will help establish priorities, advance department goals and initiatives, and ensure delivery of essential services. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in public works maintenance, facilities, fleet, or related municipal services. A strong customer service orientation and commitment to continuous improvement are critical. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable advancing long-term strategies and addressing day-to-day operational needs. As a people leader, they will be approachable, engaged, and committed to creating an environment where employees can succeed.

Requires six years of increasingly responsible experience in business management/administration, operations, or maintenance, including two years of management or supervisory experience, and a bachelor's degree. Public Works or similar operational experience is highly desirable.

Salary: $214,395.84-$280,323.72 DOQE, plus excellent benefits.