Streets Program Manager

Salary : $122,688.93 - $163,585.70 Annually
Location : San Ramon, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-04-U170
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Services
Opening Date: 04/23/2025
Closing Date: 5/14/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

The Public Works Department is currently seeking a Streets Program Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the City of San Ramon's infrastructure.

The Ideal Candidate Streets Program Manager will be experienced in the following areas:

• Budget development and management;
• Contract oversight;
• Pothole repair, crack sealing, restriping, curb painting;
• Removal of trip hazards on sidewalks;
• Sign maintenance and replacement;
• Maintenance of flood channels, water quality ponds, detention facilities, and trash racks;
• Validating compliance with regulatory agency permits;
• Maintenance of catch basins, storm drains, culverts and outfalls;
• Maintenance of City-owned street lights;
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of 100 signalized intersections;
• Responding to emergencies and managing the Emergency Standby Program;
• Support Department and City; and
• Support City sponsored events.

Definition
Under general direction, plans, directs, and oversees the activities, operations, and projects of complex programs; serves as a technical expert and resource for assigned programs including providing extensive, in-depth, and specialized administrative, budgetary, financial, and compliance research, analysis, and support; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and develops and implements recommendations for operational, policy, and procedural improvements; oversees and conducts needs analyses, feasibility studies, and evaluations for assigned programs; oversees, develops, summarizes, and maintains administrative, staff, technical, and fiscal reports and records; fosters cooperative working relationships among District units and divisions and acts as a liaison with various community, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.

Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives general supervision from assigned Director or Division Manager. Exercises direct and general supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

Class Characteristics
Incumbents are responsible for programs that are related to ongoing operations, initiatives, and services, as well as management and/or Council priorities and directives. Positions perform complex planning, financial, and policy development work while serving as a specialist, liaison, and advocate for assigned programs requiring the use of initiative and resourcefulness, considerable independent judgment, and extensive contact with senior management positions within the City, other public agencies, legislators, private and community organizations, regulatory and governmental agencies, and the public. Incumbents are responsible for problem solving requiring analysis of unique issues or problems without precedent and/or structure and formulating and presenting strategies and policy recommendations to management.

Typical Duties
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards where applicable for the assigned program; interprets and complies with all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Monitors and directs or performs day-to-day operations of the assigned program to ensure that policies and procedures are being followed, that goals and objectives are met, and that services and projects are being accomplished efficiently and effectively; takes corrective action as necessary and, where subordinates are present, may relieve them of the most difficult, sensitive or controversial projects within the program.
• Develops and monitors the program's budget; oversees financial well-being of the program by analyzing cost effectiveness and exercising cost controls; prepares, submits and justifies budget enhancement requests to the Division Manager or Director.
• Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate professional, technical, support and operational staff where present, through subordinate supervisors and lead workers.
• Provides for the selection, training, professional development and work evaluation of subordinate staff and makes recommendations on hiring, termination, promotion and discipline as required.
• Monitors and stays abreast of technological, legal and operational changes that affect the activities and work processes of the program; makes recommendations for and develops and carries out improvements to the program to meet changing mission parameters and requirements.
• Confers with and represents the program and the department in meetings with other City departments and divisions; serves as the City representative with a variety of public, business and community groups and organizations; fosters collaborative working relationships to the benefit of the program and the department.
• Prioritizes and allocates available program resources; reviews and evaluates program and service delivery, makes recommendation for and executes changes in operations to ensure maximum effective service provision; assists in developing new program function elements, including researching, compiling and analyzing supporting data.
• Performs complex administrative duties requiring oversight, attention to detail and analysis; performs strategic planning and financial analysis, including assisting in preparation of specialized program and project budgets to include staffing and operational needs.
• May provide staff support to commissions, committees and task forces.
• Negotiates, develops, monitors and administers a variety of contracts and agreements.
• Develops systems and maintains records that provide for the proper evaluation, control and documentation of assigned activities; prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, procedures, directives and other materials.
• May act for the Division Manager or Director as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of project management and evaluation, including goal setting, scheduling, the development of objectives, work planning and organization, budgeting, purchasing, and contractor management.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Theories, principles and operational practices applicable to the area of assignment.
• Applicable laws, rules, ordinances and regulations;
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:

• Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient services.
• Plan, organize, assign, review, and evaluate the work of staff; train staff in work procedures.
• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Develop, plan, coordinate, and implement a variety of recreational programs and facilities suited to the needs of the community.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework related to the area of assignment.

AND

Experience
Three (3) years of experience within or related to the program assignment; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
• A valid California Driver's License is not a requirement for this position. However, persons hired into this class who intend to drive their personal vehicle and/or a City vehicle as part of their job duties will be required to possess a valid California Driver's License; alternatively, persons hired into this class could use alternative means of transportation as part of their job duties.

Desirable Certifications

• APWA certified Public Works Professional Management and/or Supervision
• IMSA - International Municipal Signal Association, Work Zone Safety
• IMSA - International Municipal Signal Association, Signs & Pavement Markings Technician Level II
• IMSA - International Municipal Signal Association, Traffic Signals Field Tech, Level II
• IMSA - International Municipal Signal Association, Roadway Lighting Tech, Level II
• IMSA - International Municipal signal Association, Fiber Optic Technician or equivalent fiber optic certification
• Other professional certifications related to streets, drainage, lighting, signals, job site safety, and other public works maintenance and operations
• Other certificates related to leadership and management

Recruitment Process

Interested candidates must complete an online application. Resumes cannot be substituted for a completed application.

• The most qualified candidates, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to a panel interview.
• Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 3, 2025.
• The eligibility list will be established from the interview process. Individuals on the eligibility list may be asked to participate in a second round of interviews based on specific individual qualifications and the City's needs. The eligibility list will remain in effect for one (1) year for potential future vacancies.

The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin, sexual orientation or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at

Information contained herein, including the recruitment process, is subject to change without notice.
The City's excellent benefit package includes: CalPERS retirement; medical, dental and vision plans; 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave accrued annually; 10.5 paid holidays; 3 floating holidays; adoption benefits; short and long term disability; employee assistance program; group and supplemental life insurance; and a retiree health savings plan.

for a detailed summary of our benefits by bargaining unit.
01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High School or Equivalent
• 1 year college (30 semester/45 quarter units)
• 2 years of college (Associate's Degree or 60 semester/90 quarter units)
• 3 years of college (90 semester/135 quarter units)
• 4 years of college (Bachelor's Degree or 120 semester/180 quarter units)
• Master's Degree or above

02

Do you currently possess a California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03

Please list relevant major coursework or field(s) of study.
04

Please describe your supervisory experience, including the number of years you have supervised.
05

Do you possess experience working for a municipality? If so, please describe your experience, including the amount of years.
06

Please describe your experience in financial analysis, budget development, and project management.
07

Please list any applicable certifications and trainings that you have completed.
08

Describe your experience and number of years managing or performing drainage maintenance.
09

Describe your experience, including number of years, with maintaining or installing street or industrial lighting systems.
10

Describe your experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting traffic signals or other computer-controlled systems that you think are similar.
11

Describe your experience preparing, reviewing, and managing Public Works contracts.
Required Question