Deputy Director of Public Works - Engineering

County of Yuba; Marysville (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Yuba is seeking a Deputy Director of Public Works - Engineering to lead the engineering functions within the Public Works division of the Community Development & Services Agency.

Under administrative direction, the incumbent assists the Public Works Director in planning, organizing and administering the department’s engineering activities including CIP, design and land development; provides expert professional support to county management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related field.
• Five years of professional experience in design/construction of roads, bridges and related facilities with supervisory experience.
• Master’s degree and additional management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Public Works Director in planning, organizing and administering engineering functions.
• Oversee Capital Improvement Program, project design and land development efforts.
• Provide expert professional assistance to County management in areas of expertise.
• Prepare requests for proposals, grant applications and other budget documents.
• Manage team to meet goals, budgets and deadlines.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Proposal writing

Grant applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for aDeputy Director of Public Works - Engineeringin the Community Development & Services Agencywithin the Public Works division. Under administrative direction, the incumbent assists the Public Works Director in planning, organizing and administering the Public Works Department’s engineering functions, including Capital Improvement Program, project design, and land development functions; provides expert professional assistance to County management in areas of expertise; and performs related work as assigned. This is the advanced managerial level in the professional civil engineering series.

The ideal candidate is experienced in project management; has the ability to implement department goals and objectives while remaining on budget and within deadlines. The incumbent will be a successful manager, with the interpersonal skills to develop and motivate their team. Will have ability to prepare requests for proposals, grant applications and other budget documents. Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as it applies to planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of roadways and other public works.

Qualifications:

• MINIMUM: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or institution with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field and five years of professional experience in the design and/or construction of roads, bridges and related Public Works facilities, with at least two years in a supervisory or management role.
• PREFERRED: In addition to the minimum, a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and additional years of management experience in civil engineering in a public agency setting.

Licenses and Certification:

Possess a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment and maintain throughout employment. Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California. Maintain professional development and continuing education activities for valid certification as required by the position.

Special Requirements:

Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.