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City of Santa Paula
Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer
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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
The City of Santa Paula is looking for a skilled and solutions-driven professional to join its leadership team as Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer. This key leadership role will guide major road and utility improvements, oversee the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and provide in-house engineering expertise to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely and in alignment with community priorities. The position also supervises the Streets Division and Permit Technician, working closely with the Water, Wastewater and Stormwater teams to coordinate projects that enhance daily life for residents. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing Ventura County community that is investing heavily in its infrastructure. The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal engineer and hands-on leader who values collaboration, problem-solving and public service. In addition to a competitive salary range of $144,414.40 - $175,572.80, the City is offering a signing bonus of up to $15,000, paid over the first three years of employment. The benefits package also includes unique perks such as monthly auto insurance and tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 annually, along with comprehensive retirement, health, insurance and leave benefits. Learn more within the recruitment brochure: https://tstalentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2025-10-Santa-Paula-Assistant-Public-Works-Director-Brochure_Final-05b.pdf View the full job description: https://tstalentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Assistant-Public-Works-Director-_-Updated-12.20.pdf Learn more about the