Director - Water and Sanitation

In addition to an annual base salary of $158,285 - $221,620, the Director receives an attractive benefits package that includes:

• NEW HIRE INCENTIVE: New hires may be eligible for a one-time New Hire Incentive up to 10% of the current annual base wage. (Subject to the applicable section of the Management Resolution (Secs. 625 – 627))
• GENERAL SALARY INCREASE: A general salary increase of 3.5% effective December 22, 2024.
• EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: may be eligible for 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5%, based on completion of an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree from an accredited institution not required for the position.
• RETIREMENT/SOCIAL SECURITY: Defined retirement benefits vest after 5 years of service. The County and you also each contribute to Social Security. If you are eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems, such as PERS.
• EXECUTIVE ANNUAL LEAVE: The candidate selected for this position will earn 248 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after 5 years of service, to 328 hours after 10 years of service, and to 368 hours after 15 years of service. Credit for prior public service may be considered (Management Resolution, §616A).
• ANNUAL LEAVE REDEMPTION: The ability to "cash in" or redeem up to 100 hours of annual leave per year after using 80 hours of annual leave within the previous 12 months (Management Resolution, §1205).
• HEALTH PLANS: Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents. A flexible credit allowance of up to $23,530 annually.
• HOLIDAYS: 12 paid days per year, including 1 floating holiday to use at your discretion.
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION: You may elect to contribute to one or both of the County's deferred compensation plans (established under Internal Revenue Code sections 401(k) and 457). If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 3% of your salary, on a per pay period basis. Following five (5) years of continuous County service, an additional 2% non-elective contribution will be made to the 401(k) plan.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Increase your spending power by reimbursing you with pre-taxed dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
• Other benefits include: Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and a Work Life Program that includes child care and elder care referrals.

The successful candidate will be a registered California Mechanical or Civil Engineer and have experience with continuous process improvement methodologies, preparing and making public presentations before regulating bodies, and working collaboratively with government officials and constituents to achieve objectives.

This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the Civil Service Ordinance.

Under administrative direction of the Assistant Director of Public Works, the Director – Water and Sanitation manages the budget and managerial, professional, maintenance, technical, and clerical staff in two divisions: Utilities Division (Water & Sanitation) and Integrated Waste Management Division within the Public Works Agency. This position represents the Agency in matters relating to the Water and Sanitation Department and performs related work as required.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE

To APPLY for this exceptional career opportunity, please send a resume and cover letter which illustrates all of the following:

• Your progressive management experience, which includes two (2) years managing an engineering division at a level equivalent to a Deputy Director—PWA or Engineering Manager III;
• Your experience leading and managing staff, including the titles, responsibilities, and number of staff supervised;
• Your experience working collaboratively with government officials and constituents to achieve objectives;
• Registration in civil or mechanical engineering and the state(s) in which the registration(s) is/are held.

Submit in one of the following ways:

• E-mail to: Michelle.Antonetty@ventura.org
• Submit an on-line application and attachments (resume and cover letter) at www.ventura.org/jobs

RESUME EVALUATION

First review date is August 7, 2024. Resumes and cover letters will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this brochure. Following an evaluation of resumes and cover letters, the most qualified candidates will be invited to a panel interview. The top candidates, as determined by the panel, will then be invited to a second/final interview. The interviews may be consolidated into one process or expanded into multiple interviews contingent upon the size and quality of the candidate pool.

For additional information about this position please contact Michelle Antonetty at (805) 477-7260 or email at Michelle.Antonetty@ventura.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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