NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Assistant Public Works Director - Water Utilities
Oxnard 93030, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$143K/yr - $229K/yr
5+ years expThe City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking an Assistant Public Works Director for Utilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing activities and operations of the Water, Recycled Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater divisions, ensuring efficient service delivery to over 43,000 customers.
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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
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 OR a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator D4 OR a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water 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 OR a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) D5 Water Distribution Operator Certificate OR 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. Employees must have worked the 12 months (2080 hours) preceding the payment to be eligible for the full amount. Employees who worked less than the 12 months (2080 hours) requirement, will receive a prorated amount based on the total number of hours they have worked.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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