Posting number: 133
Department: Public Works/Streets Division
Job classification: Assistant Director
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administration, Building Maintenance, Fleet Services, Management, Executive Management, Utilities, Automotive, Program Management
Applications are currently being accepted for the position of Assistant Director - Department of Public Works with the City of Santa Clara.
A key senior leader, the Assistant Director will help establish priorities, advance department goals and initiatives, and ensure delivery of essential services. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in public works maintenance, facilities, fleet, or related municipal services. A strong customer service orientation and commitment to continuous improvement are critical. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable advancing long-term strategies and addressing day-to-day operational needs. As a people leader, they will be approachable, engaged, and committed to creating an environment where employees can succeed.
To learn more and be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please follow the link above to apply. The closing date for this recruitment is midnight, Sunday, October 11, 2026. To be considered for this opportunity, upload a compelling cover letter, resume, and list of six professional references using the “Apply Now” feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com.
The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws.
Santa Clara is a family oriented and business friendly city with an award-winning ethics program and a commitment to fostering public trust. In the heart of Silicon Valley, the City is located in Santa Clara County at the southern tip of San Francisco Bay, about 45 miles south of San Francisco, and in a strategic regional location convenient to freeways, airports, railroads, expressways, light rail and other public transportation.
"The Mission City," as Santa Clara is known, was founded in 1852. It is now a community of about 123,752 residents with employment base of about 65,800. With 18.41 square miles of tree-lined neighborhoods, thriving commercial and industrial centers, and 300 days of sunshine each year, it is an ideal location for individuals, families, and businesses.
The City of Santa Clara is not your typical Bay Area city. It’s better. From historic homes to high tech industry, theme park thrill rides, and Levi's Stadium, you will find the City of Santa Clara is "the center of what's possible."
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