City of Simi Valley
The City of Simi Valley is excited to announce an outstanding career opportunity for a dynamic and forward‑thinking Deputy Public Works Director (Sanitation Services). This is your chance to join a high‑performing team dedicated to innovation, environmental stewardship, and exceptional public service.
Are you ready to lead a division that plays a critical role in protecting public health and shaping a more sustainable future? As a key leader in our Sanitation Services Division, you will oversee essential infrastructure, guide a talented team of professionals, and help drive long‑term strategies that support the well‑being of our community.
If you are passionate about environmental leadership, operational excellence, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to mentor and support a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in sewer collection, wastewater treatment, and laboratory operations.
- Experience developing long-term plans and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with the public, media, and partner agencies.
- Solid budget management abilities, including forecasting and resource planning.
- Ability to work with internal departments and external agencies.
- Ability to identify operational improvements and align division goals with broader organizational priorities.
Education and Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental sciences or a related field.
Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible wastewater treatment plant and collection system operations and maintenance experience including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
One year of Biological Nutrient Removal Treatment Processing is desirable.
License or Certificate: Possession of a State of California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade V certificate is highly desirable.
Salary Range – $152,930.00 – $196,935.00; salary is supplemented by a highly competitive benefits package.
For more information and to apply, please visit www.simivalley.org/careers. This recruitment is open until filled. First review of applications will occur on June 5th, 2026.