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Public Works Director
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A Public Administrator directs the work of a department or program in a municipality, state, province, or federal level.
$202,907 / year median in California
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Public Works Director Town of Colma, CA Nestled at the northern end of the Peninsula, 11 miles south of San Francisco, is the small community of Colma (pop 1,700). Covering 2.2 square miles, Colma is the smallest Town in San Mateo County, boasts an old-world charm, and enjoys a strong tax base. The Public Works Director, a newly established position, serves as the City Engineer and oversees all public works and engineering functions for the Town. Reporting to the City Manager, the Director collaborates closely with executives and staff across the organization to ensure the Town's infrastructure, capital projects, and public facilities are strategically planned, well-maintained, and delivered with excellence. The Director oversees three employees in the maintenance division. The ideal candidate is an experienced engineer and public works professional with strong leadership, interpersonal, and project management skills and experience working with consultants. They bring deep technical knowledge and an impressive record in capital project delivery. A minimum of seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in public works or engineering, including at least three years of supervisory or management experience. Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with California is required. The salary range goes up to $274,643; salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package. Visit www.tbcrecruiting.com for detailed brochure and to apply. Closes at 11:59 pm on Sunday, September 27, 2026. How to Apply Post Date Aug 27, 2026 Application Deadline Sep 27, 2026 Visit www.tbcrecruiting.com to apply online. Apply Now Job Details Salary DOQ/E Job Function Public Works Director Position Type Full Time Town of Colma Address 1198 El Camino Real Colma , CA 94014-3212 United States Population 1,507 Website http://www.colma.ca.gov Form of Government Council-Manager Advertisement Put your job in front of the right people! The Job Center is the best place to reach local government professionals. Post your featured job in minutes with more visibility through promoted search results, email, and more. Post a Featured Job