Salary : $110,492.13 – $134,306.17 Annually
Location : Santa Rosa, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 23/08-5058-P
Department: Transportation & Public Works (TPW)
Opening Date: 08/18/2023
Closing Date: 8/30/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Information
THIS RECRUITMENT IS PROMOTIONAL ONLY. YOU MUST PRESENTLY BE A FULL- OR PART-TIME REGULAR OR PROBATIONARY COUNTY OF SONOMA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, SONOMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, OR SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY EMPLOYEE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
The Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SoCoPi) Department has requested a county-wide promotional certification to fill a Public Works Operations Coordinator (Coordinator) position. The employment list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time and part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.
Join Our Team
The Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SoCoPi) Department leads the way to a safe and sustainable community by planning, building, managing, and maintaining Sonoma County’s investment in quality services and infrastructure. SoCoPi operates and maintains various facilities across the County, many of which were constructed during the 1950s and 60s and require consistent upkeep and care. The locations include the Airport Complex, County Administration Center, Chanate and Los Guilicos Campuses, Main Adult Detention Facility, and four Veterans’ Memorial Buildings.
As the Public Works Operations Coordinator you will plan, organize, direct, and manage the work of supervisory, and working-level, staff in the Road Maintenance Division. Reporting to the Road Operations Division Manager, the Coordinator typically oversees three to four Maintenance Supervisors who directly report to them, although there may be cases where they supervise up to ten Supervisors. Additionally, during periods of disasters or special projects, the Coordinator may also assume direct supervision of a crew, ensuring efficient coordination and effective management of resources in such critical situations. This flexibility allows the Coordinator to adapt and address evolving needs, ensuring smooth operations and successful project completion.
Typical duties of the position include:
- Planning and scheduling work priorities for construction, inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of county roads, highways, and related equipment
- Directing supervisors and their subordinates in projects related to roads, bridges and closed landfills
- Preparing and managing project budgets, including cost estimates for materials, equipment, and personnel
- Acting as a liaison to other public agencies, responding to inquiries and complaints from the public, and preparing reports on section operations
- Investigating and responding to complaints and inquiries from the public
- Ensuring compliance with environmental requirements for erosion and sediment control in maintenance operations
The ideal candidate for this position will thrive in a dynamic environment that involves collaborating with diverse individuals and handling varied assignments. Additionally, the ideal candidate for the position will:
- Have supervisory experience working with a team that is responsible for the construction, inspection, operation, maintenance, and repair of county roads, highways, and related equipment
- Possess multiple years of experience coordinating personnel work and equipment maintenance schedules, project and materials requisitions, and budget preparation
- Fully understand the impact of permitting and environmental regulations on road construction and maintenance programs
- Have experience overseeing industrial safety programs related to staff, facilities, and equipment compliance with State and Federal occupational health and safety standards
- Possess a proven track record for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with staff, the public, County officials, contractors, and representatives from other agencies
- Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat for preparing exhibits is desirable.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this would include:
Education and Experience: Seven years of recent experience in public works maintenance and inspection work, including at least three years in a supervisory capacity.
License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of: methods, materials, tools and equipment used in public works operations, maintenance and construction activities; principles and techniques of effective supervision and training; and occupational hazards and modern safety practices in the operation of light and heavy equipment.
Considerable knowledge of: preventive maintenance requirements, effective utilization and standards for vehicles, light and heavy equipment, machines and power and hand tools.
Working Knowledge of: generally accepted methods of management and administration; budgeting and financial considerations pertaining to maintenance, operations and construction projects and working within established budgets.
Ability to: draw and interpret field engineering drawings and sketches; explain the work required to others; inspect work for compliance with specifications; plan, schedule and coordinate the work of a large group of unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled and supervisory personnel; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; develop, conduct and/or coordinate training, employee evaluations and industrial safety programs; deal effectively and harmoniously with co-workers, other County departments, other public agencies, and the public; read and write English at a level appropriate to job success; perform basic geometric calculations; effectively communicate, both orally and in writing and to present conclusions; maintain records and prepare clear and concise written reports; keep informed of current developments in the fields of road maintenance or solid waste; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret information; and make basic surveying and field engineering computations.
Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying
- Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
- You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
- You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
- Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state “See Resume” or “See Application” may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.
The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
AnApplication & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant’s application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A background investigation may be required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT*
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
Health Plan: Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County paid premium contribution.
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to or, contact the Human Resources’ Risk Management-Benefits Office at or (707) 565-2900.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
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Please indicate if you would also be interested in future part-time or extra-help (temporary, intermittent, or seasonal employment) positions should they become available. Check all that apply.
- I would also like to be considered for future part-time positions
- I would also like to be considered for future extra-help positions
- I am only interested in full-time positions
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Please describe your qualifying public works maintenance and inspection experience.
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Please describe your experience supervising staff. Specify the employer’s name, number of staff, types of positions you supervised, and the scope of your responsibilities. Detail the specific responsibilities you performed regarding:
- Hiring
- Coordinating work assignments
- Performance management
- Progressive discipline
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Please describe a public works project which you had to plan, develop, monitor, evaluate, and inspect. Describe the project, your role and responsibilities, and the outcome.
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Please describe your experience developing partnerships and collaborating with staff, County officials, contractors, and representatives from other agencies/County departments.
Required Question