Job Summary

The City seeks well-rounded leaders who combine technical credibility with approachability, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style to work on a wide range of high-impact projects.

Job Description

Thousand Oaks (pop. ~123,000), located along U.S. Highway 101 between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, is consistently ranked among the safest cities in the nation and is widely regarded as an exceptional place to live and work. The City’s Public Works Department is staffed by approximately 200 employees who are responsible for many services, including engineering.

Three Engineering Managers report to the Deputy Director/City Engineer. The Engineering Manager overseeing land development and transportation will retire this summer and the city plans to hire in advance of that transition. The City seeks well-rounded leaders who combine technical credibility with approachability, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style to work on a wide range of high-impact projects. Candidates with experience in land development, transportation, capital projects, or water and wastewater systems are encouraged to apply.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, seven years of professional engineering experience (including two years in a supervisory or administrative role), and current registration as a California Professional Engineer (Civil).

Effective July 4, 2026, the anticipated hiring range is $145,341–$181,676, with a full range to $218,011 (DOQE), plus excellent benefits. Apply at www.tbcrecruiting.com. Closes Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Tina White ? 619.948.1786
TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC
www.tbcrecruiting.com

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