Public Works Manager

The City of Moorpark's Public Works Department is seeking an addition to their team. The position could be filled in many ways from an engineering background to a management analyst, program manager, or Public Works Manager. This job posting for Public Works Manager is for one of seven positions that may be utilized to fill this one opening.

Small Team - Big Opportunity

If you are seeking a career in government where you can make a difference in the community every day and be part of a positive work culture that supports professional development, the City of Moorpark is the place for you. We welcome your application if this opportunity, described in more detail below, aligns with your career goals and experience. The City of Moorpark is a great place to make a big impact as part of a small team.
We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package comprised of 90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long- term disability insurance for employee and dependents, CalPERS retirement, 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation, annual leave bank, 11 ½ days paid holidays, Flexible Spending Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, voluntary life insurance, 9/80 work schedule (City Hall is closed every other Friday), and work/life balance e.g., flexible work schedule/remote work. (See and review the benefits tab). Here at City Hall, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees every quarter.
About the City of Moorpark
The City of Moorpark was incorporated in 1983 as a general law city and operates under the Council-Manager form of government and we are celebrating our 40th year as a City in 2023. We are conveniently located in the southeastern part of Ventura County near the cities of Thousand Oaks and Simi Valley, within an hour's drive to Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, and close to the Southern California beaches. Moorpark is nestled in a flourishing valley with spacious mountain views, a perpetual vacation climate, beautiful residential neighborhoods, cultural arts, shopping, a variety of restaurants, outstanding schools, and the exceptional Moorpark Community College. Moorpark also has 19 city parks with sport courts and fields, open grass, picnic areas, hiking, and viewpoints.
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is to
"Strive to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark."
Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:

• "As a parent, I like the flexible schedule. I can start at 7:00 a.m. and be done by 4:00 p.m. to be with my children".
• "There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is someone always there to assist me".
• "I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening. We play games and recognize employees."
• "I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City."
• "Flexibility in my schedule and easy-going employees.

First review of applications will be on Monday, November 20. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. Prompt application submission is encouraged.
One candidate from the Assistant Engineer, Associate Civil Engineer, Senior Civil Engineer, Management Analyst/Senior Management Analyst, Program Manager, or Public Works Manager recruitments will be hired to fill this one position in the Public Works Department.

The Public Works Manager directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the assigned programs, services, activities, and operations of the Public Works Department, including supervising one or more divisions; coordinating assigned programs and activities with other City departments, divisions, and outside agencies; and providing highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Department Head. This position receives direction from the Public Works Director. The Public Works Manager also exercises direct and primary supervision over technical, professional, and clerical staff; administers contracts; and monitors performance.

What we want you to have:

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of a municipal Public Works program, including Public Works maintenance and operations, capital improvement engineering and administration, and traffic engineering.
• Modern methods, tools equipment, materials, and work practices utilized in the design, installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of Public Works facilities and systems.
• Types and levels of maintenance and repair activities generally performed in a Public Works program.

• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements for capital projects, development projects, and maintenance activities.
• Practices of public transit and paratransit programs.
• Floodplain management.

• Principles and practices of construction/capital improvement project management, administration, and coordination.
• Management skills to analyze programs, policies and operational needs.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of contract administration.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles of conducting a workplace investigation.
• Purchasing procedures and practices.
• Methods of research, program analysis, and report preparation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Principles of mathematics and statistics.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

• Provide managerial support in directing a comprehensive Public Works program, which may include oversight of services and activities of one or more budgeted department divisions.
• Perform complex administrative and analytical activities for assigned programs.
• Understand the organization and operation of the assigned department as necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.
• Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of support staff.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Prepare and administer division and/or department budgets.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and administer division or department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Effectively manage contracts and evaluate the work of contractors.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals and objectives.
• Research, develop, and prepare ordinances, resolutions, contracts, technical reports, and associated summary data for presentation to City Council and others.
• Prepare and present clear and concise administrative and financial reports to a variety of City officials and the public.
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, press, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Research and prepare effective grant proposals.
• Independently prepare correspondence and memoranda.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computer, printers, and copiers.
• Enter data on a computer at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible municipal Public Works experience, including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, public administration, business administration, urban studies, economics, or a related field. A Master's degree is desirable.

License or Certificate: Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens; occasional field environment.
Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time; light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near acuity.Employment Type: Management