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Street Maintenance Manager

City of Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/9/2025





THE CITY: Palm Springs, located in the Coachella Valley, is known for its luxurious yet relaxed lifestyle. Picture waking up to fresh air, surrounded by palm trees, and enjoying stunning mountain views. This city offers a perfect blend of nature and modern living for both residents and visitors. Palm Springs is ideal for families, offering numerous parks, gardens, and nature reserves for leisurely activities and wildlife encounters. With a wide range of attractions and events, there’s always something fun for everyone in the family. To see the exciting things going on visit the Engage Palm Springs website. The City of Palm Springs is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, from policies to inclusive healthcare, and making people of various backgrounds feel welcome and supported. To view our recent Human Rights Campaign, visit the Municipal Equity Index(Download PDF reader) website. 

THE POSITION: is a member of the Public Works Department and plans, manages, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for performing the operations and activities of the maintenance, repair, construction, debris and graffiti removal of City streets, sidewalks, signs, ADA curb ramps, pavers, markings, medians, and other structures; ensure work quality, and adherence to established policies and procedures; and perform the more technical, and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.


Essential and other impor­tant responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 
  • Plan, manage, review and participate in the daily work of staff responsible for performing the operations and activities of the maintenance, repair, construction and graffiti removal of City streets, sidewalks, ADA ramps, pavers, roadsides, right of way, signs, markings, medians, and other structures.
  • Plan, direct, coordinate, schedule, and review the daily workflow for all assigned staff; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff regularly to identify and resolve problems.
  • Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, processes, and priorities for assigned programs and areas of responsibility; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
  • Prepare and maintain a variety of reports, records, purchasing documentation, research and analysis of strategies; maintain logs and records of work performed and materials used; complete work orders and routine reports as required; utilize and maintain computer programs and databases.
  • Oversee safety and preventative maintenance programs, filings, reporting, and programs as required for vehicles, street markings, signage, DOT and all local, county, state and federal related requirements; monitor the work areas to ensure acceptable work standards and safety practices are maintained.
  • Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; work with employees to correct deficiencies; recommend and if necessary, participate in discipline and termination procedures.
  • Perform consistent and regular scheduled maintenance and complex repair duties related to the repair and maintenance of City sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streetlights, and streets, including pavement, traffic, directional and informational signs, traffic and pavement markings, and other structures; conduct and document regular inspections of all areas listed above and assign needed repairs.
  • Operate and train staff on equipment such as air compressors, jackhammers, thermo-plastic equipment, concrete maintenance equipment; motor vehicles such as trucks, loaders, paint stripers, front loaders, tractors, backhoes, forklifts, arrow boards, hand tools; and other similar maintenance or construction equipment.
  • Provide assistance and oversee assigned staff during special City events; oversee road closures and assign work crews as needed; coordinate activities with other departments.
  • Respond to emergency situations including flooding, oil spills, wind events, dust storms, road closures, traffic accidents, roadway impediments, power outages, and other related incidents.
  • Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the division's annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.  
  • Serve as the liaison for assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
  • Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen, vendor, and other city employees' inquiries and complaints.
  • Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for purchasing equipment and supplies; process payments.
  • Oversee and maintain contract service agreements; prepare and administer contracts for purchases and services; coordinate with contractors in providing contract services.
  • Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; develop and recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
  • Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new technology and innovations in the field of street maintenance.
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered, however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process.  Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. "Full-time work" means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not included as part of the minimum requirements. 

Experience
  • Four (4) years of street maintenance experience, including one (1) year of administrative or lead supervisory responsibility.
  • The public sector experience is preferred. (Public sector agency includes State, County, School, or City Government, Law Enforcement, or other Public Sector Agency.)  
Training
  • High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.
  • A Bachelors Degree in business management, public administration, or a related field is preferred.
License or Certificates
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, an appropriate, valid Class A driver license with a combination vehicle and tanker endorsement, with a satisfactory driving record (a driving record may be deemed unsatisfactory for any of the following reasons: three or more moving violations or reportable accident within the last three years; conviction of driving under the influence within the last five years) is required.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, an appropriate, valid Work Zone Traffic Control Safety Certificate by the Department of Transportation and/or IMSA is required.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, an appropriate, valid Forklift Operators Certificate is required.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, an appropriate, valid Boom Lift Operators Certificate is required.
Special Requirements:
  • Incumbents are enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program and must meet the Department of Transportation (DOT) Guidelines.  The DMV Pull Notice Program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and driving record status on a periodic basis to the City. 
  • Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, physical, and drug screen.
Working Conditions:
The following work environment and physical conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
 
This position works in an office, field, and streets environment; exposure to inclement weather conditions, dirt, dust, odors, temperature extremes, traffic hazards, loud noise levels, vibrations, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes; may interact with upset community members and and may require maintaining physical condition necessary for reading and writing; operating computer and other office equipment; standing and sitting for prolonged periods; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate standard computer and small and large tools and equipment; ability to exert heavy, moderate, and light physical effort which may include climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, twisting, and carrying; regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds; ability to operate or drive vehicles and equipment.
A completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time.  As a candidate for the position, you will want to be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position to achieve maximum opportunity.  Applications will be reviewed carefully and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.
 
Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered as this information will be used to determine minimum qualifications.  Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications.
 
Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however, they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications, please do not use phrases such as "see attached" or "see resume" as they will not be considered.  Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process.  Minimum requirements must be met at the time of application submission unless stated otherwise.                                                                                            
Selection Process Information - The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: application review, qualification review, written exam, practical exam, oral panel exam, and department interview.
 
Candidates must successfully pass each stage of the selection process above in order to continue to the next step.  This process may be modified or changed depending on the number of qualified candidates.
 
Please remember to submit all your application materials by the closing date and time.  Incomplete or applications received after the closing date and time cannot be considered.  All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification.
 
For more information on completing your application materials click here.                                                                                                     
If you are ready to join the exciting Team Palm Springs and you meet the requirements detailed above, please click the apply button.  For more information contact Human Resources at:
 
The City of Palm Springs
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA  92262
www.palmspringsca.gov
760-323-8215
 
 
Applications must be received by 4:00pm, December 9, 2025 in order to be considered for this opportunity.  The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received. 
 
The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications.  Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status. 
 
Disaster Service Worker:  In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

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