Project Manager, Public Works-Long Range Planning-26370607LRP

Salary: $110,302.40 - $163,924.80 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:
Department: Planning & Development Services
Division: Long Range Planning
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 11/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary

The County of San Diego's Planning & Development Services (PDS) is currently seeking applications for Project Manager, Public Works-Long Range Planning, open to County employees, and incumbent will be assigned to the Long Range Planning Division.

If you are an innovative thinker who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment, and if you have a passion for mentoring and professional development, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. The Long Range Planning Division of PDS is looking for an individual with strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to analyze complex data, identify trends and connections, anticipate future challenges and opportunities and develop forward-looking actionable plans. This position will be responsible for providing strategic oversight of the Long-Range Planning Division, making connections between different planning efforts, and developing innovative strategies in alignment with Board policies and strategic initiatives. This position requires strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill information and communicate complex concepts and ideas effectively and clearly to diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally. Incumbent will also mentor and guide staff members, assisting and empowering them in their professional development journey. By providing guidance, support, and opportunities for skill-building, this position will foster a culture of continuous learning and development within our organization.

Overall, this position presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within the County's Planning & Development Services Department and our unincorporated communities. The Long Range Planning Division of PDS is looking for a visionary individual who can combine their strategic thinking abilities with a passion for mentoring and professional development. If you are ready to take on this challenge, contribute to our dynamic team, and drive meaningful change, we encourage you to apply for this role!

Please read the complete job description for including the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the job.

Work Location: The selected candidate may be assigned a hybrid schedule consisting of teleworking or working remotely; and working at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa.
Hiring Process and Timeline:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
I. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.
Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
II. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following
successful background investigation results.
III. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful
completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

1) A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in engineering, land surveying, business administration, public administration, environmental science, urban planning, or closely related field, AND, five (5) years of project management experience in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related experience in a public works, planning, or land development setting; Or,
2) Any combination of education and experience described above which equals nine (9) years.

Note: Possession of a master's degree or higher in the majors listed above under #1 can substitute for a maximum of one (1) year of the experience requirement.

Note: Current Project Management certification is highly desirable.

Working ConditionsMay be subject to occasional overtime and weekend work.

Blind Applicant Screening
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Conditions of EmploymentAs part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

Evaluation
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based upon scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provide is accurate and qualifying.

Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.
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Veteran's Preference Policy
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information.

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Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough, complete and truthful manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume," or "See Application," as these are not valid answers. If you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please review the minimum qualifications for this position before completing your application. Do you understand this information?

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Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in engineering, land surveying, business administration, public administration, environmental science, urban planning, or closely related field, AND, five (5) years of project management experience in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related experience in a public works, planning, or land development setting?NOTE: In order for your education to be considered, please be sure to submit a copy of your degree(s), complete transcripts, and/or foreign studies equivalency report with your application. Please note that your degree verification must be in an unalterable format.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess any combination of education and experience described above which equals nine (9) years?

• Yes
• No

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Of the project management experience listed in question #2 or #3, was any of the experience gained in a planning field, policy development, or as a project manager in a private consulting firm for planning, CEQA and/or policy development, public administration, business administration, or related experience in a public works, planning, or land development setting?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered YES to question #2 or #3, please describe your experience by providing the following information: 1) Job title(s) 2) Employer name(s) 3) Length of experience (from month/year to month/year or present)4) A brief description of your duties including project management duties performed in a public works, planning, or land development setting. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A."
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For any experience listed in question #2, #3, and #4, please select the box or boxes that accurately describe your work experience.NOTE: If you check any one of the areas below, and if you are invited to a departmental selection interview(s), your selections may be subject to verification by the interviewers.

• Performing professional level project management-long range planning projects, environmental projects, and/or other related planning or community development related projects for an agency, company, or organization
• Overseeing the management, design, and implementation of complex projects and/or long range planning/development projects
• Briefing and presenting projects to executive management, hearing bodies, and/or elected officials
• Reviewing plans and/or other related analysis
• Providing full supervision over professional level staff; or serving as leader over a project team
• None of the above

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If you checked one of the experience area boxes in question #6 above, please describe your duties pertaining to the box(es) you selected. If you selected "None of the above" in the previous question, please indicate N/A.
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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

• San Diego County website
• Governmentjobs.com
• Veteran Outreach / FFSC
• Mana de San Diego
• Family, Neighbors, Friends
• County Employee Resources Group
• College/University Career Site
• County Social Media
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Voice and Viewpoint
• Other

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