Assistant Public Works Director

Salary : $137,344.08 - $166,942.56 Annually

Location : Glendora Public Works Water Division- 1051 East Sierra Madre Avenue Glendora, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : KR00203

Department : Public Works

Division : Water

Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

SIGNING BONUS! Successful candidate will be eligible for a $12,000 Recruitment Incentive

3% increase to salary will be implemented on July 1, 2025

This position will oversee the Water Divisions of the Public Works Department.

The City of Glendora Public Works Department has an exciting NEW management opportunity to take a leadership role in a restructured dynamic team! The Assistant Public Works Director assumes a critical role in overseeing daily management of their divisions, while fostering leadership and efficient processing procedures. The ideal candidate must possess strong organizational management skills and be able to work independently while contributing to team goals. This opportunity allows for you to manage and recommend advocacy on legislative matters, provide strategic recommendations for current operations and future water supply needs, and participate in strategies for storm water compliance.

The incumbent will work side by side with another Assistant Public Works Director who oversees Maintenance and Operations. Both Assistant Public Works Directors report to the Public Works Director and may act in his / her absence. Some of the typical duties of the Assistant Public Works Director include but are not limited to, the following :

• Assists the Public Works Director in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to assigned functions of the Public Works Department; oversees assigned operations; maintains appropriate records and files and coordinates workflow.

Participates in managing the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

Oversees and consults in the design, preparation, and review of construction plans, site investigations, cost estimates, specifications, and reports for the construction and / or improvement of public facilities.

Supervises and manages the preparation of requests for professional services; interviews prospective consultants; provides technical and procedural information; reviews plans and specifications; maintains currency with regulations, litigation, and legislation concerning public works activities.

Meets with developers and contractors to facilitate projects and resolve issues; coordinates projects with other City departments and outside agencies; represents the Department at assigned commission and committee meetings.

Evaluates work methods, operations, and opportunities for automation; assists in evaluating, selecting, installing, and maintaining computerized management information software programs for reports and decision support purposes.

Receives and investigates citizen complaints and requests; determines and ensures appropriate disposition; monitors work completed in response to concerns forwarded by City Manager or City Council; investigates and reports on matters related to claims made against the City.

When assigned to Water Division, directs and oversees the operation, maintenance and capital improvement of the City's water system, including water engineering, production, distribution, and consumption metering systems and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements for the City.

When assigned to Maintenance and Operations Division oversees the maintenance and repairs to City parks, streets, storm drains, traffic painting and signing, and all City owned fleet and equipment and City owned facilities.

Coordinates with Risk Management to research City claims, enhance employee safety and coordinate employee trainings.

Assists in the hiring process of subordinate staff; plans, organizes, and assigns work; develops and establishes work methods and standards; directs staff training and development; reviews and evaluates employee performance; may execute disciplinary action.

Initiates and participates in the preparation of departmental budget; monitors expenditures and makes recommendations on staffing and equipment to assure effective utilization of resources.

Represents the City and the Public Works Department on various City and public committees.

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education and / or Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration or related field of study; when assigned to Water Division Civil Engineering or related field, and five years of progressive responsible supervisory and administrative public works experience. Supplemental education in water treatment / distribution, fleet management, and public administration, is desirable.

Knowledge and Skill Levels

Extensive knowledge of administration principles, methods, and practices as applied in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of municipal public works; laws and regulations governing the design and construction of streets, capital projects, and other public works; principles of supervision and office management. Considerable knowledge of the methods employed in the preparation of contracts, agreements, plans, specifications, procedures, and forms associated with public works projects and laws and processes relevant to assessment districts. Working knowledge of City government and issues of concern to developers, property owners, contractors, private engineers, and others when dealing with the City; varied and alternative financing mechanisms for public works projects, including municipal finance principles and special assessment districts. General skill in the operation of computers.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

A registered Professional Civil Engineer by the State of California is highly desirable.

OPEN : 1 / 17 / 2025

CLOSE : 02 / 09 / 2025

Glendora Management Association

COMPENSATION AND RETIREMENT

CalPERS (3 TIERS)

Tier 2 : 2.0% @ 60 Classic members (4 / 30 / 12)(ee pays 7%)

Tier 3 : 2.0% @ 62 New CalPERS members (ee pays 6.25%)

SICK LEAVE CREDIT

Unused sick leave is converted to service credit upon retirement

SALARY INCREASES

7 / 1 / 2025 - 3%

457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN

2) options for employees Nationwide - traditional and Roth

RETIREE MEDICAL PLAN CONTRIBUTION

See MOU for details and eligibility

FRINGE BENEFITS AND WELLNESS

FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN

1,400 / month; cashout not to exceed $1,000

DELTA DENTAL PPO

VSP VISION INSURANCE

City pays for employee coverage

SHORT TERM & LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD)

2 / 3 of monthly salary up to $5,000 / month

FREE EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLAN (EAP)

Work and life services, problem solving support

LIFE INSURANCE

100,000; City paid

ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE

EE may request alternative work schedule

LEAVES AND HOLIDAYS

SICK LEAVE

3.69 hours / pay period

VACATION

4.0 hours / pay period

Accrual varies depending on years of service

Max accrual of 160 hours

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

40 hours / eligible death

HOLIDAYS

12 Fixed holidays

16 floating holidays

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE (EXEMPT EMPLOYEES)

40 hours

COMPENSATORY TIME (NON EXEMPT EMPLOYEES)

Eligible to accrue up to 50 hours

STATE / FEDERAL LEAVES

FMLA / CFRA

California Family Sick Leave

Family / School Partnership Act

PERSONAL EMERGENCY LEAVE

Up to 5 days of sick leave / 12 month period for eligible requests

PAID FAMILY LEAVE

Up to 8 weeks of supplemental paid leave

MISCELLANEOUS

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Up to $6,200 per academic year

500 towards education material

AUTO ALLOWANCE

300 month for eligible positions

AFLAC

Option to purchase ancillary insurances

IRS 125 and 129 Flexible Spending

BILINGUAL PAY

150 month for eligible / qualified employees

F & A Credit Union

Optional free membership as a City employee

LONGEVITY PAY

5 - 9 years $1,000 / year

10 - 14 years $1,500 / year

15 years $2,000 / year

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VETERANS' PREFERENCE : For non-executive Open Recruitments, three additional points will be added to the passing score of veterans who are honorably discharged with one year or more of active military duty. The DD-214 form must be submitted at time of application.

SALARIES : All stated salaries are based on present information, subject to change. Appointments are generally made at the first step of a five step pay plan. All salaries are subject to statutory payroll deductions. Federal law requires that all new employees contribute 1.45% of their monthly salary to the Medicare system. All City employees are paid on a biweekly basis, for a total of 26 pay periods per year.

RETIREMENT : Retirement benefits for all full-time employees are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). An employee who is hired by the City from another CalPERS agency or an agency with CalPERS reciprocity, or with a break in service 6 months or less, (aka "Classic" member) shall receive the CalPERS benefit formula of 2% at 60 and pay the 7% member contribution. An employee who is a new enrollment in CalPERS, is not coming from an agency with CalPERS reciprocity, or has a break in service greater than 6 months (aka "New" member), shall be enrolled in the CalPERS benefit formula of 2% at 62 and pay the 6.25% member contribution. No contributions are paid by the City or employee into the Social Security system.

What is your highest level of completed education?

If you selected a college degree, please choose the field of study below :

If you selected other, please specify a closely related field.

Please indicate how many years of experience you have in a supervisory and administrative capacity in municipal Public Works :

Please describe your experience in a supervisory and administrative capacity in municipal Public Works :

Do you have supplemental education in water treatment / distribution, fleet management, and public administration?

Are you registered as a professional Civil Engineer by the State of California?

Provide an example of a complex project that you have worked on, your role, and its impact on the organization.

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Salary : $137,344 - $166,943