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Public Works Director

CA · On-site

$166K - $215K/yr

Public Works Division: Public Works Opening Date: 08/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous DESCRIPTION ... accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time ...

Director of Public Works

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$190K - $241K/yr

... life. They are strategically minded, able to look across a large and diverse portfolio and make ... The Director of Public Works exercises management direction over the diverse major functions that ...

BIM Specialist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$38 - $45/hr

Day in the Life * Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design ...

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$166K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Salary : $166,024.68 - $215,711.28 Annually
Location : Countywide, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 262700102
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
DESCRIPTION
The Director of Public Works is a key member of the County's executive leadership team and serves as the County Road Commissioner. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a diverse organization responsible for transportation infrastructure, engineering, airports, public facilities, water systems, and major capital projects across one of California's most extraordinary landscapes.
Working closely with the Board of Supervisors, County leadership, employees, and community partners, the next Director will shape infrastructure investments that strengthen communities, improve public services, and support the County's long-term vision.
For more information on the position:
This recruitment will remain open until it is filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
A complete application would include the following:
  • An attached cover letter
  • An attached current resume
First review of applications will be September 21, 2026
Monthly salaries are paid over 26 pay periods annually
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees who work 20-29 hours per week, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (CalPERS)
Classic Employees (existing CalPERS member) 2% at 55 - Inyo County pays the employee contribution rate of 7% of base salary toward retirement.
PEPRA Employees (new CalPERS members hired after January 1, 2013) 2% at 62. - Employees will be required to pay the full employee portion toward retirement.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No

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If you selected 'Yes" to the education question above. Please specify in which field you hold your Bachelor's degree in?
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Do you have a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in public works operations (such as roads, solid waste, water systems, parks, airports, or facilities), or in another relevant environment involving multiple divisions and regulatory compliance?If YES, please describe below and ensure that your Work Experience reflects the same informationIf NO, please put N/A
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Do you possess a valid California Registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California Board for Registration for Professional Engineers?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you registered as a Professional Land Surveyor by the State of California?
  • Yes
  • No

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