Glenn County has a population of 29,132 and is located mid-way between Sacramento and Redding in Northern California. Glenn County is primarily an agricultural community with mountains on the west, the Sacramento River bounding the east side and the Interstate 5 corridor taking you through the rich farm land of the County. With over 1,188 farms, agriculture remains the primary source of Glenn County's economy.
This role offers a unique opportunity to lead complex engineering projects that provide essential services throughout Glenn County. Reporting directly to the Public Works Director, the Assistant Public Works Director will serve as a project manager for a variety of public works and capital improvement projects, including the design and construction of roads, bridges and storm drainage infrastructure.
• Plans, directs and coordinates staff work plan.
• Coordinates with other County departments on administrative and fiscal matters
• Participates on or serves as staff liaison to a variety of boards and commissions.
• Prepares division budget; assists in budget implementation; participates in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administers approved budget.
• Responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews recommendations with the Director.
Five years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering and management experience including three years of supervisory and administrative responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or related field.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.
- Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a civil engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers.