Deputy Director – Engineering & Maintenance

Sonoma Public Infrastructure (SPI) seeks an experienced professional to manage the Engineering & Maintenance Division!

Starting salary up to $107.51/hour ($224,386/year) and a competitive total compensation package!*

Please note : This position requires a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the State of California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

What We Offer

Reporting to the Director of Public Infrastructure, the Deputy Director of Engineering and Maintenance directly supervises the Engineering Division Manager, Road Operations Division Manager, and an Engineering Technical Writer. The Deputy Director is responsible for assisting in the formulation of SPI's long-range goals through the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and plans. Additionally, they review and evaluate public infrastructure programs to anticipate future needs; coordinate the activities of their assigned divisions; and assist in the preparation of the departmental budget. They develop, oversee, and manage Board Items, presentations, and other documents in support of key departmental objectives and act as the main point of contact for Board inquiries related to the County's road system.

The ideal candidate for this position is a creative and innovative thinker who is excited by the prospect of change and the challenge of managing a large variety of complex public infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in all areas of engineering, road design, traffic, land development, maintenance, and right of way. In addition, a strong political acumen is desired as this position is required to interact successfully with executives, elected officials, department heads, employees, and community members. This position also needs to have skills to build, train, and manage high performing teams and a demonstrated ability to successfully work with a diverse group of individuals, both internal and external. Emotional intelligence as well as strong management skills are a necessity.

The individual selected for this position will possess the following competencies, skills, and abilities:

• A thorough understanding of the current issues related to California governmental transportation, public works budgets, and operations
• Experience working with the principles of project budgeting, financial management, and revenue generation
• Expertise in the fundamentals of all types of project management and delivery methods, including a thorough knowledge of federally funded projects
• Demonstrated experience developing creative and alternative solutions to administrative, management, and fiscal challenges
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to effectively manage supervisors, lead teams, and collaborate with multiple agencies and the public
• Exceptional analytical skills, problem solving, and process improvement abilities
• Superior knowledge and facility with Microsoft Office software

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 10/24/24