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Deputy Director, Engineering Division - Port of San Francisco (0953)
The Port of San Francisco is accepting applications for a permanent exempt Deputy Director of Engineering!
Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below :
- Applicants must complete this required Supplemental Questionnaire in addition to submitting an application. The questionnaire must be completed no later than the application deadline of Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11 : 59 p.m. PST .
Appointment Type : Permanent Exempt (PEX). Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104.6. Any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment, and removal procedures. Exempt appointees serve at the Appointing Officer’s discretion.
About the Port and San Francisco
The Port of San Francisco spans approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront, from Pier 98 to Fisherman’s Wharf, held in trust for the people of California. Governed by a Commission appointed by the Mayor, the Port manages a diverse range of commercial and public access facilities and operates as its own Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
The Port primarily funds its operations through revenue generated from land and waterside leasing activities, with limited City funding provided in specific areas. Maintaining the Port’s facilities has been challenging due to a constrained capital budget and a significant deferred maintenance backlog. Despite these challenges, the Port is at the forefront of efforts to improve the waterfront, addressing critical risks related to earthquakes and sea level rise.
San Francisco is currently experiencing a period of recovery and growth, and the Port is a central contributor to this resurgence. We are committed to ensuring that the waterfront remains a vibrant, accessible, and safe space for both residents and visitors. Significant revitalization efforts are underway, with exciting development projects planned for both the northern and southern waterfronts.
The Port of San Francisco is recruiting for a dedicated and innovative leader to guide its Engineering Division as the Deputy Director. Many of the Port’s facilities have endured years of underfunding and require significant investment, but with new funding opportunities on the horizon, the Port is positioned to make impactful progress. Your leadership will play a critical role in revitalizing the waterfront and addressing the needs of our community.
Key Responsibilities
The Deputy Director of Engineering will lead a multidisciplinary division that provides essential services to Port client divisions. This role requires strategic direction and leadership to ensure the division operates cohesively as a team, achieves performance goals, and meets the needs of the Port and its tenants. The Deputy Director will actively support the Port’s mission, which includes public safety and health, public waterfront use, maritime activities, and maximizing revenue in collaboration with key departments such as Real Estate, Maritime, Planning, and Maintenance.
The Engineering Division is responsible for the following core functions :
Architectural design and ADA compliance review
About this Role
As a key leader, you will :
How to qualify
Education
Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Engineering or closely related field.
Experience
Six (6) years of senior level management experience directing large scale port or marine facilities and engineering projects. Experience must include managing complex infrastructure projects, with a focus on waterfront, environmental, or urban infrastructure. At least two years of the experience mentioned above should include the direction and evaluation of subordinate staff.
License
Possession of a valid California driver’s license (to be presented at time of appointment). Employees must be insurable under the Port’s automobile liability insurance. Insurability must be maintained throughout employment.
Substitution
Education Substitution : Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units.
Experience Substitution : Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of the required professional experience.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking an inspiring leader with a strong background in engineering, particularly in the context of real estate portfolio management and the redevelopment of aging facilities. This role requires not only the ability to lead discussions across diverse technical engineering areas, but also the capacity to communicate effectively, build high-performing teams, and develop and implement strategies to achieve the Port’s business and policy objectives.
The ideal candidate will possess :
The ideal candidate will be a champion of the Port’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, working to empower Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC) in Port operations and opportunities through equitable policies and practices.
Benefits : The City and County of San Francisco offers a comprehensive benefit program. For complete details, please visit : https : / / careers.sf.gov / benefits.
Selection Procedures : Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be screened for relevant qualifying experience and education. Additional mechanisms may be implemented to determine candidate’s qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Port will be invited to continue in the selection process.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https : / / careers.sf.gov / and begin the application process.
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