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Form of workUnder the general direction of the Deputy Director, the Assistant Deputy Director will be responsible for the day-to-day managerial support and oversight of employees performing reviews in Transportation (discretionary approvals), Traffic Safety, Drainage and Grades, Minor Right of Way, and Stormwater Engineering sections. The position may perform other duties under the delegated responsibilities of a Deputy City Engineer.
There's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. The City is looking for exceptional people who want to make a positive impact through their work, will serve their community proudly, and be excited to come to work every day. Education and experience studies have shown that people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every task listed in the job description. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications and we encourage you to apply if you are interested.
NOTE: If you have already applied for this position under Bulletin U2407, you DO NOT need to apply again.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
- Attend meetings as the Assistant Deputy Director and report feedback.
- Participate In briefings on issues to be brought to the Deputy Director.
- Plan, manage, and implement program modifications in the department.
- Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards for the Division.
- Provide managerial support to the Deputy Director.
- Manage department communications and liaise with other programs and departments.
- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, or a closely related field;?and
- Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in the public and/or private sector that demonstrates ability and understanding of planning, development, and related disciplines are required.
- Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates these qualifications may be qualifying for this position.
- Candidate must be a current professional engineer registered with the State of California.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Substantial, progressively more responsible management experience that demonstrates the ability to direct work units.
- Leadership and management abilities, particularly in creating a cohesive team among work units and managing frontline employees and supervisors.
- Create and maintain an atmosphere of respect, teamwork, communication, trust, professionalism, and accountability.
- Strong quantitative analytical abilities, including a thorough understanding of common data analysis tools and programs.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate complex and technical information in a simple, clear, and straightforward manner, including the use of graphs and tables as needed.
- Ability to communicate effectively to different audiences, including elected officials, various levels of City management, and members of the public.
- Ability to comprehend technical details and understand how they relate to and impact the "big picture;"
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight time constraints.
- Interest in municipal activities and services and how they impact the community.
- Highly ethical and objective, with the ability to navigate in a political environment without being political; and
- Energetic and motivated with the ability and desire to take initiative.
The City offers a robust benefits package that includes:
- Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee's eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.).
- A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver.
- 11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year.
- Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee's first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service.
- Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year.
- Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child.
- Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities.
- Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
- Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate.
- Reduced-rate fitness center memberships.
- City-paid life insurance.
The Department:
The Development Services Department (DSD) is comprised of nine divisions that provide review, permits, inspections, and code enforcement services for private and public development projects throughout the City of San Diego. Whether it is construction, renovation or changing the use of a building or public improvements in part or in its entirety, DSD assists customers with development projects promptly to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, ensuring all City neighborhoods continue to be healthy, safe, and livable for all residents, visitors, and businesses.
The City:
With more than 1.4 million residents, the City of San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in California. The City of San Diego's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission, as stated in the Strategic Plan is "Every day we serve our communities to make San Diego not just a fine city, but a great City." The City's Vision is "Opportunity in every neighborhood, excellent service for every San Diegan".
As one of the region's largest employers, the City of San Diego employs nearly 12,000 highly dedicated employees and has a combined Fiscal Year 2024 operating and capital budget of approximately $5 billion. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be found on the City's website.
Pre-Employment Requirements and Screening Process:
Employment offers are conditional, pending the results of all screening processes applicable to the position. All the processes required by the City of San Diego must be successfully completed before employment begins. Please refer to the City's pre-employment requirements and screening process webpage for additional information. Nothing in this job posting constitutes or should be construed as part of an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego.
Application Instructions: Kindly adhere to the instructions provided in the "Selection/Application Process" section below, we regret to inform you that online applications will not be considered.
Selection/Application Process:
To be considered for this position, you must submit the following items to the Human Resources Department at: HumanResources@sandiego.gov
1) Resume;
2) Letter of Interest, highlighting your relevant work experience and qualifications for this position; and
3) List of three professional references.
NOTE(S):
- Attachments must be submitted in either PDF or Word Document format.
- Reference Recruitment Number U2428 in the Subject Line.
- Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly as interviews and selection may begin upon receipt of resumes from qualified individuals.
- If you have already applied for this position under Bulletin U2407, you DO NOT need to apply again.
The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace.
Employment Type: Unclassified
