Public Works Director

American Society of Civil Engineers; Pacifica (CA); On-site; USD 232,000 - 284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The City of Pacifica Public Works Department is seeking a knowledgeable public works professional to lead infrastructure maintenance and capital project management.

The successful candidate will mentor staff, build a strong team, and bring at least five years of public works experience, including three years in supervision, plus a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Public or Business Administration or related field.

Qualifications

• Five years of public works experience, including at least three years in supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure maintenance programs and capital projects for the City of Pacifica Public Works Department.
• Mentor and develop staff and foster a strong team environment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Skills

Infrastructure maintenance

Capital project management

Interpersonal skills

Staff mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Public Administration/Business Administration

Job description

Located in San Mateo County just twelve miles south of San Francisco, Pacifica feels worlds away from it yet is easily accessible from Highway 1. The most panoramic coastal town in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a population of approximately 37,073, Pacifica is a unique family-oriented coastal community that prides itself on fostering a “small town” feel. The Public Works Department is supported by a total budget of $52 million and 65 staff across three divisions.

The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable public works professional with broad experience in infrastructure maintenance and capital project management. The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills and be an accessible manager who enjoys mentoring and developing staff and building a strong team environment. Ideal candidates will bring five years of public works professional experience, including at least three years of supervision, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field.

The salary range goes up to $258,012, plus 5% for a PE license; salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package. This recruitment will close on Sunday October 18, 2026.

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