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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Work in a dynamic environment, leading a large team of professional engineers and public works professionals
Play a key role in managing some of the biggest projects Citywide, in building and improving over $1 billion of public infrastructure.
DESCRIPTION
The City of Thousand Oaks is excited to announce the creation of a new Engineering Division Manager position within the Public Works Department. This newly established role, has been created to further strengthen our commitment to infrastructure excellence and service. Unlike similar roles in the City, this position has not been previously filled and offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead a critical division focused on engineering and construction of the City’s critical infrastructure. Depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate, this position will be responsible for overseeing complex engineering projects related to the City's water and wastewater infrastructure, ensuring the continued reliability and advancement of these vital systems.
The Public Works Department is seeking an innovative and proactive Engineering Division Manager who will be responsible for leading and managing the design, engineering and construction management to advance and protect the capital investments in the City’s critical public infrastructure.
PRIMIARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide leadership to direct engineering and project management activities to advance challenging and comprehensive engineering capital projects.
Provide strategic and tactical planning by leveraging knowledge of engineering while aligning with the City’s overall goals.
Drive continuous improvement through innovation and optimization of processes and procedures.
Have extensive team building skills, be results oriented, and be a seasoned project manager with strong management skills.
Work cooperatively with all City departments.
Have superior interpersonal and communication skills that thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Understand the importance of effective public outreach and engagement.
Developing, implementing, and monitoring long-term plans, budgets, goals and objectives focused on achieving the department’s mission and priorities.
Directing preparation of a variety of studies and reports relating to current and long-range City capital improvement needs.
Managing the preparation of plans, specifications, designs, estimates and schedules, coordinating inspections and project monitoring programs.
Making presentations to the Traffic Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council, as well as the public.
Ideal Candidate
The City of Thousand Oaks is preparing the organization for the future and the Engineering Division Manager must have a positive, forward-thinking perspective. The successful candidate must be an enthusiastic professional with strong management, interpersonal and leadership skills. The Engineering Division Manager is expected to be tactical, strategic, and have a big-picture perspective.
This position will play a critical leadership role in overseeing complex engineering projects related to the City’s water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and project management with demonstrated experience in planning, design, and delivery of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure programs and projects. A deep understanding of regulatory compliance, asset management, and capital improvement planning is essential.
The selected candidate will also bring a collaborative management style, capable of fostering cross-departmental partnerships and leading multidisciplinary teams. A proven track record of mentoring staff, building resilient infrastructure programs, and effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders, including City leadership, regulatory agencies, and the public is highly desirable.
The Engineering Division Manager must be committed to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement, aligning with the City’s commitment to long-term service reliability and environmental stewardship.
EDUCATION
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering. A masters’ degree and PMP or CCM certifications are desirable.
EXPERIENCE
Seven years of professional engineering experience, with two years spent in a supervisory capacity. Experience managing teams on Water and Wastewater Capital Programs is highly desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
A valid certification as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is required.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Effective Communicator
Strategic Thinker
Problem Solver and Decision Maker
Planner and Organizer
Interpersonally Effective
Skill and Career Development Coach
Technically Knowledgeable
Benefits
The City of Thousand Oaks offers excellent benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(a), Retirement Health Savings Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and more.
Additional information about City benefits can be located at https://toaks.gov/benefits
Special Instructions
FILING DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled.
FIRST REVIEW: The first review of applicants will take place on July 31, 2025.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which applied.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to qualify for Veteran’s Preference a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, providing he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.
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