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COLLEGE INTERN II - Public Works Department
- Huntington Beach, California
- City of Huntington Beach, CA
$17.77 - $23.81 Hourly
- Temporary
- Internship
- Public Works
Director of Public Works
- Sacramento, California
- City of Sacramento, CA
$190,000.00 - $241,896.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Public Works
Public Works Director
- Simi Valley, California
- City of Simi Valley, CA
$222,417 – $275,374
- Full Time
- Public Works
Deputy Director of Public Works & Utilities
- Laguna Beach, California
- CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CA
$127,416.00 - $191,064.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Public Works
- Utilities
- Other
Public Works Maintenance Worker (Part-Time) (20753266)
- 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, California
- CITY OF FOSTER CITY
$33.60-$35.28 Hourly
- Part Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Works
Public Works Operations Supervisor
- San Bernardino, California
- SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
$75,483.20 - $103,708.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Works
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING
- Marysville, California
- YUBA COUNTY, CA
$134,004.00 - $174,216.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Engineering
- Public Works
- Other
Public Works Technician II - Concrete
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
16.95-18.64 USD
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Health
- Public Works
Public Works Technician III - Concrete
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
20.60-22.66 USD
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Public Works Inspector / Asset Coordinator
- 114 S. Main Street, Crandall TX 75114, Crandall, Texas
- City of Crandall
$54,000.00
- Full Time
- GIS and Surveying
- Parks and Recreation
- Public Works
- Utilities
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Department of Public Works Supervisor
- Hartford, Connecticut
- CITY OF HARTFORD, CT
$60,701.94 - $78,045.24 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Works
Air Conditioning Mechanic - Public Works
- San Jose, California
- CITY OF SAN JOSE
$107,473.60 - $130,561.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Works
Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL / Senior Public Works Utilities Operator-CDL
- 300 Austin Ave, Waco, Texas
- CITY OF WACO, TEXAS
See Position Description
- Full Time
- Public Works
- Utilities
- Other
Animal Shelter Veterinarian (Part-Time, Unbenefited) - Public Works
- San Jose, California
- CITY OF SAN JOSE
$148,200.00 - $205,254.40 Annually
- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
- Public Works
Animal Shelter Veterinarian (Overstrength) - Public Works
- San Jose, California
- CITY OF SAN JOSE
$168,495.60 - $205,252.32 Annually
- Temporary
- Animal Control or Services
- Public Works
Public Works Assistant- Regular Less Than Half-Time
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$31.87 - $33.22 Hourly
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Public Works
Public Works Management Analyst (Open and Promotional)
- County of San Mateo, California
- County of San Mateo, CA
$121,264.00 - $151,611.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Public Works
Public Works Director
- Piedmont, California
- City of Piedmont, CA
$237,029
- Full Time
- Public Works
Director - Public Works Agency, Watershed Protection (Flood Control)
- Ventura, California
- County of Ventura
$169,558.94 - $237,382.53 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Natural Resources
- Public Works
PUBLIC WORKS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - COUNTY ENGINEER
- Port Orchard, Washington
- Kitsap County, WA
$138,956.67 - $177,770.45 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Engineering
- Public Works

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COLLEGE INTERN II - Public Works Department
- Huntington Beach, California United States
- City of Huntington Beach, CA
- Jan 16, 2026
- $17.77 - $23.81 Hourly - Temporary
City of Huntington Beach, CA

THE COMMUNITY The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000 residents, Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City USA” due to its abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in California. With more than 8 miles of uninterrupted beach along the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor population of over 11 million people, especially during the summer, special events and weekends. Huntington Beach has one of the largest pleasure piers in the world and has the longest concrete pier in the State. The City’s park system includes 58 public parks (with a dog park), riding stables and the largest city-owned and operated regional park in Orange County — Huntington Central Park. Also within the City’s boundaries are five recreation centers (including a senior center), three miles of equestrian trails, two golf courses, 72 tennis courts, a marina and a protected wildlife preserve. Running parallel to Pacific Coast Highway and just steps from the ocean is an eight-mile strand perfect for biking, inline skating, jogging or a leisurely stroll. The City is centrally located to all major attractions in Orange County including the Disney Resorts, the Orange County Performing Arts Center and Repertory Theater, and the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. The City is home to the International Surfing Museum, the Surfing Walk of Fame, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Huntington Harbour and the Huntington Beach Art Center. Huntington Beach draws some of the largest crowds in the world to such professional sporting events as the U.S. Open of Surfing, Van’s World Championship of Skateboarding and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball. There are 35 elementary schools, five public high schools and one community college (Golden West College) located within Huntington Beach. The City has a world-class library located within the 365-acre Central Park as well as four additional branch libraries. In addition, Orange Coast College; the University of California, Irvine; and California State Universities at Long Beach and Fullerton are located in close proximity. There are over 117,000 households within a five-mile radius of the Huntington Beach Civic Center. The average family household income is $122,851, ranking one of the highest in the nation based on the top 100 largest cities in the country. THE CITY GOVERNMENT Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/ City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven members who are elected at large, on a non-partisan basis, to four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to two consecutive 4-year terms. There are three elected department heads - the City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer. The position of Mayor is filled on a rotating basis. The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 13 major departments including City Treasurer, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, Community Development, Community Services, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Services, Library Services, Police, and Public Works. The City has approximately 1,600 full and part-time employees and a total budget of approximately $345 Million.
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- $17.77 - $23.81 Hourly
- Temporary
- Jan 16, 2026
Job Description
Description

Public Works is seeking a college intern who is majoring in civil engineering to assist in various areas. This position requires current enrollment in college level courses at an accredited college or university. College transcripts/proof of enrollment must be provided prior to appointment.

The current vacancy is in the Development section of the Engineering Division.

The ideal candidate possesses effective communication and cooperative interpersonal skills, the ability to work well in a busy office environment where attention to detail is important, excellent customer service skills, and be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week year round. This recruitment may close at any time, once the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received.

This is Part Time, Non Permanent position.

Temporary/part-time employment does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS retired annuitants.

Examples of Essential Duties

Assists supervisor and department staff members with a variety of support duties as assigned
Assists in researching, compiling, and analyzing data
Prepares and/or processes routine reports, correspondence and records
Performs computer data entry to record and retrieve department information
Interacts with interdepartmental staff and other agency representatives in obtaining or providing data
Performs routine clerical tasks as needed; including copying and filing documents, collating materials, answering telephones, etc.
Performs routine field reconnaissance and inspections as needed
Picks up and delivers documents, materials, supplies, etc., as needed
Prepare plans and drawings as directed by supervisor and department staff members
Assist in plan review as directed by supervisor and department staff members
Assist residents and developers with permitting
Performs related duties as assigned
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments a needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of : Business English, spelling and grammar; modern office practices, procedures and equipment; personal computer operations; Autocad; Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel; basic math principles; effective public relations/customer service principles, practices and techniques.

Ability to : Utilize general office equipment such as telephone, fax, printers, copiers, and computers; learn and apply City policies, procedures, rules and regulations; conduct basic research, research, compile and analyze data and prepare accurate reports and correspondence; reason logically, draw valid conclusions and make appropriate recommendations; maintain work effectiveness and meet deadlines with frequent changes in workload and the priority of assignments; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; provide quality customer service.

Education : High school diploma or equivalent (GED) certificate and current enrollment in college level courses at an accredited college or university majoring in civil engineering.

Experience : General office, public contact, and/or government-related experience highly desirable.

License: Must possess a valid California driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle.

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
An online job application must be filled out in its entirety.
Applications will be closely reviewed for relevant experience, education and training.
Applicants best meeting the City's needs will be invited to a department interview.
Upon a conditional offer of employment a pre-placement drug screen (select positions), TB Screening and California Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results.
Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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City of Huntington Beach, CA

THE COMMUNITY

The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000 residents, Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City USA” due to its abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in California. With more than 8 miles of uninterrupted beach along the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor population of over 11 million people, especially during the summer, special events and weekends.

Huntington Beach has one of the largest pleasure piers in the world and has the longest concrete pier in the State. The City’s park system includes 58 public parks (with a dog park), riding stables and the largest city-owned and operated regional park in Orange County — Huntington Central Park. Also within the City’s boundaries are five recreation centers (including a senior center), three miles of equestrian trails, two golf courses, 72 tennis courts, a marina and a protected wildlife preserve. Running parallel to Pacific Coast Highway and just steps from the ocean is an eight-mile strand perfect for biking, inline skating, jogging or a leisurely stroll.

The City is centrally located to all major attractions in Orange County including the Disney Resorts, the Orange County Performing Arts Center and Repertory Theater, and the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. The City is home to the International Surfing Museum, the Surfing Walk of Fame, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, Huntington Harbour and the Huntington Beach Art Center. Huntington Beach draws some of the largest crowds in the world to such professional sporting events as the U.S. Open of Surfing, Van’s World Championship of Skateboarding and AVP Pro Beach Volleyball.

There are 35 elementary schools, five public high schools and one community college (Golden West College) located within Huntington Beach. The City has a world-class library located within the 365-acre Central Park as well as four additional branch libraries. In addition, Orange Coast College; the University of California, Irvine; and California State Universities at Long Beach and Fullerton are located in close proximity.

There are over 117,000 households within a five-mile radius of the Huntington Beach Civic Center. The average family household income is $122,851, ranking one of the highest in the nation based on the top 100 largest cities in the country.

THE CITY GOVERNMENT

Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/ City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven members who are elected at large, on a non-partisan basis, to four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to two consecutive 4-year terms. There are three elected department heads - the City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer. The position of Mayor is filled on a rotating basis.

The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 13 major departments including City Treasurer, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, Community Development, Community Services, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Services, Library Services, Police, and Public Works.

The City has approximately 1,600 full and part-time employees and a total budget of approximately $345 Million.
City of Huntington Beach, CA
- Huntington Beach, California, United States
- https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntingtonbeach
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