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City of Oxnard · 1 month ago

Assistant Public Works Director - Water Utilities

Oxnard, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$143K/yr - $229K/yr

5+ years exp

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking an Assistant Public Works Director for Utilities, who will be responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing operations related to water, wastewater, and stormwater. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with experience in utility management and a passion for public service.

GovernmentOffice AdministrationWaste Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and oversee specific activities and operations of the Public Works Department including field operations and maintenance of water, wastewater, and recycled water

Coordinate assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies

Perform responsible and complex administrative work, including long-term and master planning, and assessing and implementing process improvements and best practices

Directly work with and oversee engineering work and assigned staff for water/wastewater utilities including associated Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects

Qualification

Water Utilities ManagementWastewater Operations LeadershipStaff ManagementCalifornia SWRCB CertificationsPublic Works AdministrationPolitical AcumenPublic Service PassionEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCritical Thinking

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, Public Administration, or a related field (must be attached to your application)

Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in Public Works, Administration, and water & wastewater operations leadership

Three (3) years of staff management and supervision

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grade 4 Wastewater Treatment Operator (must be attached to your application)

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator D4 and Treatment Operator T4 Certificates (must be attached to your application)

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grade 5 Wastewater Treatment Operator Certificate within 12 months of hire

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) D5 Water Distribution Operator Certificate within 12 months of hire

Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) T5 Water Treatment Operator Certificate within 12 months of hire

Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors

Preferred

A Master's Degree

California Professional Engineering (PE) Registration in either Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical

Experience in the Public Sector

Benefits

Enjoy CalPERS Retirement membership: Classic 2% at 55, New 2% at 62; your contribution secures your future; no Social Security participation.

12 paid holidays off per year.

1% contribution to deferred compensation program.

The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a Retirement Health Savings Program.

Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 – 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service with the City of Oxnard.

40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year.

Tuition reimbursement of 100%, up to $5000 per fiscal year.

The City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back (In January 2026, the City's contribution will increase to $2,054 per month).

Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back with proof of other qualifying coverage.

The City will continue to provide $66.79 per month towards dental insurance.

One-Time Cash Payments: In lieu of cost of living adjustments, the City will provide a one-time cash payment for the years specified below.

Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.

Life Insurance: City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City.