Assistant Resource Management Agency Director - Public Works

The Tulare County Resource Management Agency (RMA) is seeking an executive to join their Public Works team of professionals, who are committed to the highest quality of public service. They are seeking an individual who desires variety, challenge, and growth in their employment, and who is dedicated to serving the residents of a geographically large, rural county in central California. The knowledgeable, experienced professional expected to be hired for this opportunity will communicate and collaborate with all divisions of the Department to plan, develop, analyze, and direct a variety of specialized functions.  This position is At-Will and appointed by the Resources Management Agency Director.

First review of applications:  February 24, 2025

This position will perform responsible and technical work of a high degree in connection with the analysis and development of policies, planning and procedures necessary to successfully supervise the activities of a diversified engineering staff engaged in a wide range of projects; plan and direct official field surveys; supervise the checking of surveys filed for record; plan and direct all engineering operations necessary to the preparation of plans for construction of such projects as roads and road structures, solid waste facilities, flood control projects, and sewer and water projects including the details of surveying, design, preparation of plans and specifications and letting of contracts or issuance of work orders to county forces; plan and direct engineering supervision of all construction operation and maintenance projects; supervise the preparation and implementation of budgets, contracts, and pay estimates; make presentations before legislative bodies, regulatory commissions, advisory panels and citizens groups. Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. 

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a closely related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, two (2) of which were in a management or supervisory capacity.

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of civil engineering; surveying, engineering mathematics, properties and uses of materials and stress analysis; State and County laws pertaining to road building and rights of way, solid waste management, flood control and water and sewer facilities; common descriptions of real property and familiarity with valuation methods, procedures and terminology; principles of personnel management and supervision; budget preparation and management; environmental elements and requirements of National and State Environmental Policy Act.

Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; plan and direct the activities of an engineering, operations and administrative support staff; supervise the preparation of detailed engineering plans and specifications; prepare complete and comprehensive reports and make recommendations; analyze various complex problems and situations and take an effective course of action.

License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license; possession of, or ability to obtain, registration as a civil engineer as issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:  California Environmental Quality Act relevant to Tulare County.; industry standard computer-based CAD and GIS programs.

Conditions of Employment:  

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. 
• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. 
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. 
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act: This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $139,296 - $215,214