Deputy Director of Public Works*

Salary : $163,675.20 - $234,956.80 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-03221-01
Department: DPW-Transportation
Opening Date: 08/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt

The Job
APPLY BY SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Works is seeking a visionary and strategic Deputy Director* to provide executive leadership for the Transportation and Flood Control Divisions. This is a unique opportunity to lead the planning, delivery, maintenance, and long-term stewardship of critical infrastructure that supports public safety, mobility, and flood protection throughout one of the nation's largest counties.

Under general direction, the Deputy Director plans, organizes, and directs the operations of the Transportation and Flood Control Divisions. The position provides executive leadership to managers, engineers, technical staff, and field operations teams, overseeing transportation programs, flood control operations, capital improvement projects, roadway maintenance, and emergency response activities. Responsibilities include establishing strategic priorities, developing and administering division budgets, overseeing contracts and regulatory compliance, implementing policies and operational improvements, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with County goals. The Deputy Director also serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and represents the Department with elected officials, partner agencies, developers, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders.
*Official Title: Chief Public Works Engineer. For more information, please review the job description.

To learn more about the Department of Public Works and how our divisions serve and support the community, visit the
View the Deputy Director of Public Works Recruitment Brochure
EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Exempt Compensation Ordinance

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
Minimum Requirements

Candidates must possess all of the following requirements:
License: Must be a Registered Civil Engineer in the State of California. Indicate registration number in the Certificate/License section of the application.Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely-related field.Experience:
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the management and supervision of professional and technical personnel involved in public works projects, including planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public works facilities. Candidates must have at least one (1) year of qualifying management level experience as above.
Education Substitution: Applications may be accepted from candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field if they are Registered Civil Engineers in the State of California and have eight (8) years of qualifying experience.

Degree/Coursework Note: Any qualifying degree/coursework obtained outside the United States must be accompanied by an equivalency report from an accredited credential evaluation service.

Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and collaborative leader with experience managing complex public works or civil infrastructure programs. They will have a strong background in engineering, project management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance, along with the ability to lead diverse teams and build effective partnerships. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality public services.

Selection Process

Interested candidates must submit:

• Compelling cover letter;
• Comprehensive resume;
• Three (3) professional references.

An electronic version of all submittals are required to be sent to: ExecRecruit@hr.sbcounty.gov or candidates may complete the online application and upload the required documents.
Questions should be addressed to: Kristen Rojas (kristen.rojas@hr.sbcounty.gov)

Priority Application Review: Applications received by Friday, September 4, 2026 will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Recruitment may close at anytime once sufficient qualified applications are received.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applications are encouraged to check their emails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

If you need technical assistance, access the or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.



For more important details,
Exempt Unit-Group C

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.
01

LICENSE: Are you currently a Registered Civil Engineer in the State of California.

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered yes above, please provide your License Number.
03

EDUCATION: List your college coursework in the box below, including any courses in engineering or a related field. List the school, course title and number, and number of units (semester or quarter) earned. Example: CSUSB, Intro to Engineering, ENG 100, 4 qtr units You may also attach copies of your college transcripts in lieu of listing coursework. Candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field do not need to provide list of coursework.
04

PUBLIC WORKS MANAGEMENT: Describe your experience in the management of a section or division of a public works agency involved in Flood Control, Transportation, Solid Waste Management or Land Development, including the total number of staff, types of programs and activities involved, etc. (If no experience, indicate "N/A.")
05

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT: Describe your experience in employee development activities, including training, recruitment, succession planning, team building, performance evaluations, discipline, hiring decisions, and scheduling. (If no experience, indicate "N/A.")
06

BUDGET PLANNING: Describe your experience with budget planning and administration, including special fee programs, special assessment districts, community facilities districts, etc. (If no experience, indicate "N/A.")
07

TIME MANAGEMENT: Describe your experience prioritizing projects due to budget constraints, field issues, litigation (storms, maintenance, etc.), and contract requirements, especially in the areas of flood control, transportation and solid waste management. Include your role and responsibilities. (If no experience, indicate "N/A.")
08

LIASON WITH STAKEHOLDERS: Describe your experience as a liaison with community groups, government agencies, private developers, engineering/survey firms, City Councils, Board of Supervisors, and other elected or appointed officials. (If no experience, indicate "N/A.")
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I understand.

10
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• I understand.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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