<p>The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city's historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.</p> <p>Why Join the City of Oakland, Department of Transportation?</p> <p>Working for the City of Oakland, California, as an Operations Manager offers a unique opportunity to combine professional growth with public service in a diverse, vibrant city. Oakland prides itself on being a leader in social, economic, and environmental justice, providing a meaningful, values-aligned work environment. You will be responsible for updating processes and improving operational efficiency, often for public-facing services (Streets & Sidewalk Division). Your work will directly impact the health, well-being, and services provided to Oakland residents.</p> <p>We are looking for someone who is:  </p> <ul> <li> <p>Experienced in roadway construction. You demonstrate hands-on expertise in roadway paving, sidewalk repair.</p> </li><li> <p>A strong team leader. You are able to manage, motivate, and mentor a large and diverse team of employees.</p> </li><li> <p>Equity-minded. You apply equity principles to operational functions and incorporate equity when evaluating, designing, and implementing programs and services.</p> </li><li> <p>An effective communicator. You convey information clearly and confidently to stakeholders and elected officials to advance department goals.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in budget management. You manage operational budgets efficiently and responsibly, ensuring accurate tracking of expenditures and effective allocation of resources.</p> </li><li> <p>Passionate about transportation safety. You are committed to improving safe, accessible, and convenient travel for Oakland residents across all modes of transportation.</p> </li></ul> <p>What you will typically be responsible for:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Assisting in developing and implementing policies, methods, and procedures for departments and divisions.</p> </li><li> <p>Organizing, planning, and scheduling activities for diverse and complex sections within each division.</p> </li><li> <p>Managing a work management program.</p> </li><li> <p>Setting performance goals and production standards for planned and preventative maintenance programs and developing strategies while coordinating responses to emergencies and disasters.</p> </li><li> <p>Preparing and presenting staff reports to the City Council, Mayor, City Administrator, committees, and the community.</p> </li><li> <p>Responding to complaints from the public and other agencies.</p> </li><li> <p>Selecting, training, and supervising a large staff, establishing performance goals, and conducting performance evaluations.</p> </li><li> <p>Developing and administering employee safety training programs.</p> </li></ul> <p>Read the complete job description by clicking this link:</p> <p>Public Works Operations Manager</p> <ul> <li>Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland!  </li></ul> <p>Working for the City of Oakland</p> <p>A few reasons you might love this job:  </p> <ul> <li>You will work with passionate, talented, skilled, and problem-solving colleagues within the OakDOT and across the City of Oakland. </li><li>You will deliver direct and visible improvements to public safety that are highly valued by Oakland residents, including filling potholes and repairing sidewalks. </li><li>You will serve the beautiful City of Oakland, California, a Bay Area community with a rich history, diverse residents, and a wide array of social and cultural institutions that benefit from a safe, sustainable, and equitable transportation system delivered by OakDOT. </li></ul> <p>A few challenges you might face in this job:</p> <ul> <li> <p>You will work within a department currently experiencing staffing vacancies of approximately 20-30 percent, depending on the section; however, significant efforts are underway to improve recruitment and retention.</p> </li><li> <p>You will help address the high demand for traffic safety improvements and transportation maintenance throughout Oakland, which currently exceeds available resources. This will require a strong focus on equity, prioritization, systems development and management, and ongoing communication with elected officials and residents.</p> </li></ul> <p>Competencies Required:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products</p> </li><li> <p>Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships</p> </li><li> <p>Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities</p> </li><li> <p>Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner</p> </li><li> <p>Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results</p> </li><li> <p>Establishing Credibility: Doing what one commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others</p> </li><li> <p>Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal</p> </li><li> <p>Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue</p> </li><li> <p>Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization</p> </li><li> <p>Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards</p> </li><li> <p>Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace</p> </li></ul> <p>Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable:</p> <p>Education</p> <p>A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration or a related field. Certifications from professional organizations may be considered.</p> <p>Experience</p> <p>Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public works construction and maintenance with a minimum of three (3) years at the Senior Supervisor level.</p> <p>This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902.</p> <p>All applications received will be forwarded to the Department of Transportation for further consideration.</p> <p>Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.</p> <p>What's in it for you?</p> <ul> <li>Work/Life Balance: 37.5-hour work weeks, </li><li>15 paid holidays  </li><li>Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service </li><li>Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees' Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security  </li><li>Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans.  </li><li>Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents  </li><li>Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents  </li><li>Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year </li><li>Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k) plan </li><li>Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. </li></ul> <p>Please Note: Salary is negotiable within the defined range depending on qualifications. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at:  Working for Oakland</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.</p> <p>Disaster Service Workers</p> <p>All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:</p> <p>http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm.</p> <p>If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).</p> <p>Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information. However, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. </p> <p>For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Erika Pacheco at EPacheco@oaklandca.gov.</p>