Chief Operating Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $250,000.00 - $295,000.00 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 26226105U
Department: County Counsel
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Job Summary
The County of San Diego invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of:
County Pollution Crisis Chief
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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.
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Please review the minimum qualifications for this position which are: A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or certified foreign studies equivalency AND five (5) years of management level experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Note: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U. S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.Do you meet the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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If you listed the completion of college level education on your résumé, then please attach the required proof of college education during Step 1 of the application process. Such proof includes copies of diplomas, official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, letters of verifications, and/or certified foreign studies equivalency (if college education was obtained outside of the US).I understand that my application will not be considered until all required proof of completed college education is submitted.

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• No

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A copy of your résumé MUST be submitted at time of application. Résumés should include degrees held and employment history, including dates of service, position title, responsibilities, and reporting structure. Please attach your current resume at Step 1 of the application. I have read and understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

• Yes
• No

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The Tijuana River Valley sewage crisis involves complex, overlapping challenges spanning public health, environmental monitoring, infrastructure, and binational coordination. Describe your direct experience managing or leading a large-scale environmental, public health, or water/wastewater crisis, including any public engagement with affected communities. What was the nature of the crisis, what was your specific role, and what measurable outcomes did your efforts produce? If you have not managed a crisis of this scale, describe the closest comparable experience and explain how it prepared you for this role. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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The Pollution Crisis Chief must lead a countywide response to environmental crises by coordinating across multiple County departments, Board offices, and executive leadership. Describe a specific example where you were responsible for driving a major initiative or project that required sustained coordination across multiple departments, divisions, or internal business units. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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This role requires sustained coordination with federal agencies, state and local partners, and government counterparts across the U.S.-Mexico border. Describe a specific initiative where you were responsible for aligning multiple agencies or jurisdictions - each with distinct authority, priorities, and timelines - toward a shared goal. What strategies did you use to build alignment, resolve conflicts, and maintain momentum? What was the outcome? If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A".
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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• County Social Media
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Government Alliance on Race and Equity
• Job Fair/Career Event
• Other

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If you answered "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity. If this does not apply, please indicate "n/a" below.
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