Public Works Director - City of San Pablo, CA

The City of San Pablo seeks a knowledgeable, collaborative, and forward-thinking Public Works Director to lead a well-respected department during a key leadership transition, following the recent retirement announcement by the current Public Works Director after eight years of dedicated service. 

The City of San Pablo, located in West Contra Costa County along I-80 and minutes from major Bay Area hubs, is a thriving 2.6-square-mile community of 32,389 residents. The city offers a strong mix of housing, services, and business opportunities and is home to Contra Costa College, serving roughly 9,000 students each semester. Casino San Pablo, operated by the Lytton Rancheria, contributes a significant share of the City’s revenue. San Pablo is a vibrant, multi-ethnic community—over 60% Hispanic or Latino—with rich Lao, Mien, and Vietnamese heritage and a diverse, multilingual population reflecting global roots. For more information on the region please visit Contra Costa County’s website at www.contracosta.ca.gov.

The ideal candidate is an experienced public works professional who understands Environmental Services, Engineering, and Maintenance, and can provide strategic direction while staying hands-on. They will bring strong operational judgment, project management expertise, and a vision for improving efficiency, modernizing systems, and developing staff. The next Director must also be financially astute, able to manage complex capital projects, and committed to mentoring emerging talent and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and teamwork.

The annual salary range for this outstanding opportunity is $215,604 to $262,068. Placement within this range dependent upon qualifications.  Additionally, a 2% COLA adjustment is scheduled on July 1, 2026 for all Executive Management employees.  

Filing Deadline: June 16, 2026
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.

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