ENGINEERING SERVICES MANAGER

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The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today. 

The Department

Responsibilities of the Community Development Department include:

• Building Permits & Online Permitting
• Code Enforcement
• Construction Plan Check and Inspections
• Development Review and Comprehensive Planning
• Engineering Permits and Records
• GIS
• Housing Programs (including Section 8)
• NPDES Administration
• Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Torrance 
• Survey Information
• Transportation Planning

The Position
The Engineering Services Manager serves as the manager of the Engineering Division and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the division's operations, ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects, and fostering a high-performance team environment. The Engineering Services Manager manages the work of professional and technical engineering personnel including assigning, planning, and reviewing work, evaluating work performance, coordinating activities, maintaining standards, allocating personnel, training, and recommending and implementing employee discipline, oversees the Inspection Unit in charge of inspecting public right-of-way improvements pertaining to private development and utility company projects, and oversees the GIS Unit including all GIS databases and maps/exhibits for various City projects.

The Engineering Services Manager performs and manages complex engineering work including the planning, design, construction and administration of community development projects, develops and administers division budgets, implements department programs and capital improvements, makes presentations to City Commissions, the City Council and Council committees on engineering-related items, coordinates projects with other City departments, agencies and utilities, and performs related work as required.

For more information about the duties of the position, click here. 
 
SALARY INFORMATION
$11,345  -  $14,598  -  $16,788  per month Benefits
 (Min.)       (Ref. Point)    (Max.)
 
 Appointments are typically made between the minimum and the reference point of the range, depending on qualifications.Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge and abilities would be:

Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Demonstrated experience in overseeing and managing multiple engineering projects from inception to completion;
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with management, elected officials, contractors, developers, and the public;
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding public infrastructure projects, including permitting processes, safety standards, and environmental impacts;
• Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse team of engineers, technicians, and administrative staff; 
• Experience managing departmental budgets, securing funding, and allocating resources; and
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of the applications will be those received by Thursday, February 6, 2025. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is a possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following component:
  
Oral Interview: 100% (Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 19, 2025)

Visit www.torranceca.gov to find out more information about our community.

The City of Torrance Conflict of Interest Code requires that employees in this classification file an annual Financial Disclosure Statement.  Information about this requirement may be obtained from the City Clerk's office.
 
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 before the test date.  For further information, click here. 
 
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check.
 
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
 The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
 
The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!       

Salary : $11,345 - $16,788