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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Engineer Division Manager

NEOGOV is seeking an Engineer Division Manager for the City of Oxnard's Public Works Department, Water Division. The role involves managing the Capital Improvement Program and maintenance projects requiring engineering support, while also supervising staff and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations.

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Responsibilities

Develop the Water Division engineering team
Coordinate with Operations
Manage the Water Division CIP planning and execution
Assist with the annual budget process
Develop and review requests for proposals
Manage professional agreements and construction contracts
Assist Operations with maintenance projects that require engineering support
As assigned, incumbents supervise staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures
Manages and oversees the activities and/or operations of complex infrastructure improvement plan review, infrastructure maintenance and construction, design and construction services, and/or related projects; monitors and ensures compliance with design standards, policies, practices, codes and regulations
Serves as primary liaison and technical expert in support of assigned engineering projects; consults with and provides information to architects, engineers, developers, consultants and outside agencies; reviews project studies, specifications, drawings and other technical documents; performs job site inspections as needed
Provides project management and scheduling of resources; manages and administers assigned budgets and contracts; monitors project progress and schedules; reviews issues; performs complex engineering calculations; researches and analyzes information; recommends alternative project solutions; implements solutions
Attends, facilitates and presents at meetings; prepares and oversees the development and delivery of reports, proposals, contracts, plans, specifications, approval conditions and/or other technical engineering documents
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Qualification

Professional Engineering (PE) RegistrationSupervisory ExperienceProject ManagementWater Utility ExperienceCivil EngineeringBudgetingEnglish ProficiencyCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or directly related field
Five (5) years of professional engineering and/or construction/project management experience
Two (2) years of supervisory experience
Professional Engineering (PE) Registration
Certification in an engineering specialty
Valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors

Preferred

Public sector experience
Water utility experience
Well-versed in modern principles and practices of engineering
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Proven work history of growth
Ability to effectively implement projects
Passion for public service, especially serving an underserved community

Benefits

Retirement Contributions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.
Safety Designated Positions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2.7% @ 57; “Classic” members 3% @ 50. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement depending on their relevant MOU. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.
Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates: Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 – 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.
Administrative Leave: Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.
Deferred Compensation: The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a 401(a) plan of its choosing.
Retirement Health Savings: The City contributes 1% to a retirement health savings account.
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.
Health and Dental: Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:
Level One – For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City’s monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.
Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.
Holidays: The City observes 12 holidays per year
Life Insurance: City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement: Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement for work-related coursework up to a maximum of $5000 per fiscal year.

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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