City of Susanville: Assistant Director Public Works
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Under the general guidance and direction of the Public Works Director, the Assistant Director – Operations performs diverse construction and engineering work for environmental, water, gas, street and other public works projects and programs ensuring technical competence and compliance with all current codes and criteria. This position works under minimal direct supervision, exercises independent judgement, and takes initiative in a number of complex responsible and sensitive areas.
To review the job description for this position, visit the Human Resources page on the City’s website www.cityofsusanville.gov/206/Human-Resources
APPLICATIONS DUE:
July 16, 2025 BY 4:00 P.M.
Interviews to be held July 23, 2025
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and City Standard Application via email to [email protected], or applications can be submitted in person, or by mail to the following address: City of Susanville, 66 N. Lassen St., Susanville, CA 96130. Standard applications can be found on the human resources page of the city’s website
The Assistant Director – Operations position has an excellent benefits package which includes but is not limited to education/certification incentive program, annual merit program, longevity program, and city paid State Disability Insurance. The annual salary for the position is $77,197 to $111,538. Placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and incentives/certifications obtained. Applicants with a Professional Engineer license will receive an additional 10% on top of base pay. Position’s salary is set to increase 2.82% on July 1, 2025 based on annual CPI Index.
The City provides the following benefits:
General Leave:
- Vacation: 12 days in year 1, 15 days in years 1-5, 17 days in years 5-10 and increases thereafter
- Sick Leave: 13 days of paid sick leave per year
- Administrative Leave: 68 hours each fiscal year
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance:
The City of Susanville offers excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Employee currently pays $60 per month and receives medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents. Medical insurance is currently a 90/10 plan, with annual deductible of $150 (individual) and $450 (family), annual maximum out of pocket is $3,000 (individual) and $6,000 (family).
Retirement:
The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). For legacy members, the benefit level is 3% @60, employee share is 8%, paid by employees. For new members, the benefit level is 2% @62, employee share is 6.75%, paid by the employee.
Holidays:
13 paid holidays per year and 1 floating holiday
IRS Section 125 Deferred Compensation Plan available
$50,000 Life Insurance paid for by the city ($25,000 in Life Insurance & $25,000 in Accidental Death & Dismemberment)
