If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to providing top-quality municipal services in a prime Northern California location, consider a career with the City of Arcata and apply today! We are currently recruiting for the position of Deputy Director Public Works.
Salary: $98,389.31 - $125,572.46/yr.
Description:
Under general direction of the Director of Public Works, this position plans, organizes, coordinates, manages, and supervises assigned personnel, programs, operations, and activities within the Streets, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collections, and Central Garage Divisions of the Public Works Department; provides highly complex and responsible support to the Public Works Director in areas of expertise; and performs all other related duties as assigned.
An ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment; demonstrates high emotional intelligence; is established as a motivating and supportive leader; and successfully collaborates across internal departments and with outside agency partners.
Apply online by 11:59 p.m. on September 13, 2026.
Review the full job duties at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/arcataca or contact Arcata City Manager’s Office, 736 F Street, Arcata, (707) 822-5953. EOE.
