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  • Public Works /Public Utilities Manager

    2600 Fresno Street, Fresno, California 93721 United States CITY OF FRESNO, CA Full Time $119,568.00 - $145,680.00 Annually May 01, 2026
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    CITY OF FRESNO, CA

    The City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.  Click HERE for a video about the great City of Fresno. Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing. Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities. The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment. City Government Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City.

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    Job Description

    Come join the City of Fresno in Building a Better Fresno!

    Want to see what it’s like to work here? Explore our We Work For You video series to discover the real stories, passion, and purpose of the team behind Fresno’s success.

    Position Description

    The Public Works/Public Utilities Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the activities of Public Works or Public Utilities. Reporting to the Director or Assistant Director, the Public Works Manager coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies. The incumbent exercises independent judgment relating to the performance, coordination, and evaluation of staff, and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs.

    One position currently exists in the Public Works Department - Street Maintenance Division. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Public Works, the incumbent will be responsible for the administration and oversight of the Street Maintenance Division, which is responsible for the maintenance of over 1840 centerline miles of roads within the City of Fresno. This division includes a staff of 140 employees, and includes sections such as self-performed paving, self-performed concrete repair, signing and striping, bridge maintenance, street sweeping, traffic signal and street light maintenance, and a host of other street maintenance programs.

    This position requires a results-oriented, self-starting leader who is highly organized, responsive and able to effectively lead a represented workforce in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will be responsible for budgeting, including forecasting, developing cost estimates, verifying funding eligibility, and project cost control. The incumbent needs to be knowledgeable in construction standards and specifications, an expert in street infrastructure means and methods, familiar with contracts, agreements, bargaining unit MOU’s, experienced with safety standards and protocol. The incumbent will visit work sites to monitor progress and quality of work performed, provide direction, and assist in resolving problems encountered in the field, as well as evaluate pavement conditions, provide recommendations on project scope and infrastructure best management practices. This position is responsible for crews that work after hours and 24/7 emergency response functions.

    In this unclassified position, the incumbent serves at the will of the Department Director.

    The Requirements

    Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline.

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction, public administration, or a closely related field;

    -AND-

    Four (4) years of experience supervising utilities planning, technical engineering, transportation, construction management, property management, building maintenance, facilities management, landscape maintenance or street operations activities.

    Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years.

    For the assignments within Street Maintenance or Landscape Maintenance additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years.

    APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR BACHELOR'S DEGREE OR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS FOR VERIFICATION OF REQUIRED UNITS. Applications lacking these documents will be rejected.

    Registration as a professional engineer by the State of California at time of appointment may be required depending upon assignment.

    Possess a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

    Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs. Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to those listed below:
    Engineering Services and Design - plan check, G.I.S. mapping, special district administration, and right of way and property appraisal and acquisition; in house capital design, specification design, specification preparation and project bidding and award. Transportation - preparing planning studies and grants, traffic operations and field studies. Project Management - capital project management and consultant selection and management. Project Inspection and Survey - capital project, subdivision project, street work and utility permit project inspection and surveying. Strett Operations - concrete repair, paving and slurry seal projects, paint and sign installation, replacement and maintenance, and traffic signal and streetlight installation, replacement and maintenance. Facilities Maintenance - property management, furniture management, security, Public Works/Public Utilities Manager Page 6 custodial, maintenance, repair, and improvement services to City facilities. Landscape Maintenance and Community Facilities District Administration - landscape maintenance for City facilities, median islands, parks, trails, and street trees; maintenance and contract management for buffers and pocket parks in special maintenance districts. Water Resource Planning and Development - including but not limited to; surface, groundwater, recycled water and recharge projects. Some positions, based on assignment, may require one or more licenses or certifications related to the specific technical discipline as mandated by a national, state or locally recognized agency.
    Selection Process

    Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application on-line.

    Applications may be submitted at www.fresno.gov/jobs. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Application Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6955 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

    Completed applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview.

    Inquiries should be directed to:

    Diana Meagher, Human Resources Analyst

    (559) 621-6955

    Diana.Meagher@fresno.gov

    2600 Fresno Street

    Fresno, California 93721-3614

    Applicants must complete the Supplemental Questions prior to application submittal. This will assist in determining the most qualified applicants for further consideration.

    Additional Information

    The Community

    As the only California city located amongst three National Parks, residents and visitors enjoy Fresno's proximity to Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. With approximately 300 days of sunshine each year, the Mediterranean climate allows for year-round recreational activities, including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.

    Living in Fresno has the benefit of urban amenities and the unique charm of a suburban atmosphere. Housing prices are typically lower than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in Fresno, including Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified, Clovis Unified, and a variety of private educational institutions.

    The city is also home to colleges and universities, most notably California State University, Fresno as well as Fresno City College and Fresno Pacific University. Residents enjoy various social, cultural, and athletic activities in an affordable community environment.

    Our Organization

    The City of Fresno is the fifth-largest city in the state of California and is a full-service charter city that operates under a “strong mayor” form of government. The Mayor is elected at large and does not serve on the Council but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all department heads in the City. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk.

    How To Apply

    For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

    Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

    For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

    For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

    Veteran’s Preference

    If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

    Bargaining Unit 14

    Management Confidential

    City of Fresno Profession Employees Association (CFMEA)

    BENEFIT

    DESCRIPTION

    HEALTH INSURANCE

    The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

    FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

    IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

    DEFERRED COMPENSATION

    Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. The City will reimburse up to $75 per month if contributing $75 per month or greater.

    ANNUAL LEAVE

    Accrue 15.55 - 18.83 hours per month based on years of service not to exceed 840 hours and cash out provisions.

    LIFE INSURANCE

    Benefit equal to annual salary with a maximum of $150,000; premium paid by the City.

    MANAGEMENT LEAVE

    60 hours per fiscal year with cash out provisions.

    HOLIDAYS

    10 City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and 2 personal days.

    LONG TERM DISABILITY

    Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.

    BILINGUAL PREMIUM

    $100 per month upon approved certification

    HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

    Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

    RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

    DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

    Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

    https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

    Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

    Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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