Located in San Mateo County just twelve miles south of San Francisco, Pacifica feels worlds away from it yet is easily accessible from Highway 1. The most panoramic coastal town in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a population of approximately 37,073, Pacifica is a unique family-oriented coastal community that prides itself on fostering a “small town” feel. The Public Works Department is supported by a total budget of $52 million and 65 staff across three divisions.
 
The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable public works professional with broad experience in infrastructure maintenance and capital project management. They will have exceptional interpersonal skills and be an accessible manager who enjoys mentoring and developing staff and building a strong team environment. The successful candidates will bring five (5) years of professional public works experience, including at least three (3) years of supervision, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field.
 
The salary range goes up to $258,012, plus 5% for a PE license; salary is supplemented by attractive benefits. This recruitment will close at midnight on Sunday October 18, 2026.