PW Specialist

Salary : $90,247.25 - $109,696.08 Annually
Location : The City of Pinole, CA
Job Type: Full Time Regular Appointment, 40 hour workweek
Job Number: 2026 (6/3-6/25) PW Specialist
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: 6/25/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Join the City of Pinole as a Public Works Specialist!

Ready to make a visible impact in your community? We're looking for a skilled and motivated professional to help oversee public works projects, inspect infrastructure improvements, manage GIS mapping, and serve as a key resource for residents and contractors.

If you have experience in construction, inspections, project management, or the building trades, this could be the opportunity for you.

Build. Improve. Serve. Apply today! This posting will close after the first 100 applications are received, or by June 25, whichever occurs first.

DEFINITION
Provides a variety of support to the Public Works department by overseeing and inspecting Public Works projects; represents the City with contractors and the public; prepares maps; serves as liability liaison with Municipal Pooling Authority; performs related work as assigned.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
This class receives direction from the Public Works Director/City Engineer. Project and technical direction may be provided to technical and office support staff on a project basis.


CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized technical support class, fully competent to perform a variety of administrative and technical office and field work in assigned areas of responsibility. Successful performance of the work requires the application of significant technical knowledge in a variety of code areas, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of property owners, developers, engineers, architects, contractors, business and community representatives and the public.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Inspects Public Works, capital improvement and other construction projects; reviews work performed to ensure compliance with City codes, safety regulations and permitting requirements.
• Inspects new development infrastructures.
• Oversees projects while in construction; communicates with contractors, completes change orders, checks invoices and files notice of completion.
• Constructs and completes GIS maps.
• Serves as the City liaison with Municipal Pooling Authority regarding liability claims related to Public Works and the City's right of ways.
• Prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, and other written materials.
• Receives, investigates and responds to citizen complaints, inquiries and requests for services.
• Provides project management services for construction and maintenance contracts.
• Maintains a variety of working and official files.
• May direct the work of staff, interns and/or volunteers on a project or day-to-day basis.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and procedures of public administration in a municipal setting.
• Functions and services of a Public Works department.
• Principles and techniques of conducting Public Works inspections.
• Basic budgetary and contract administration practices in a public agency.
• Applicable laws, codes and regulations.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• GIS system.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

Skill in:

• Assisting in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls for assigned projects.
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Standard plans, specifications and materials used in the construction of City infrastructure such as streets, curbs, gutters and underground lines.
• Creating maps using GIS system.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, effectively multi-tasking and meeting critical deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Using tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
• Techniques for effectively dealing with and solving the problems presented by a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and EITHER two years of experience in Public Works construction project management and/or inspection OR three years as a general contractor OR three years of journey-level experience in the building trades. This work must have included significant public contact and the exercise of investigative skills.


Completion of college-level coursework in construction technology, building inspection or a field related to the work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years of experience as a general contractor or of journey-level experience in the building trades.


License: Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.


Working Conditions: Works inside and outside. May include travel to sites out of the City. May be required to perform inspections in all weather conditions. Must be able to attend off-hours meetings or events or work occasional overtime as required.


Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; to inspect various sites and attend meetings away from City Hall; standing and walking for extended periods of time, and operating a motor vehicle; strength and stamina to lift and carry 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone.
The City of Pinole offers a wide range of benefits. To view our Benefit Package, please visit our
01


Edu: What is your highest level of completed education?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree with major course work in a field related to the work.
• Associate Degree in a field unrelated to the work.
• Bachelor's Degree with major course work in a field related to the work.
• Bachelor's Degree in a field unrelated to the work.
• Master's Degree or higher with major course work in a field related to the work.
• Master's Degree or higher in a field unrelated to the work.

02


PW Specialist: Do you have experience in any of the following (select all that apply):

• Two years of experience in Public Works construction project management and/or inspection.
• Three years as a general contractor.
• Three years of journey-level experience in the building trades.
• I have none of the above experience.

03


PW Specialist: Do you have experience in any of the following (select all that apply):

• Two years of experience in Public Works construction project management and/or inspection.
• Three years as a general contractor.
• Three years of journey-level experience in the building trades.
• I have none of the above experience.

04


PW Specialist: If you would like college-level coursework substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years of experience as a general contractor or of journey-level experience in the building trades, please briefly explain your request (if not applicable, enter N/A).
05


PW Specialist: Does your experience include significant public contact?

• Yes, my experience includes significant public contact.
• No, my experience does not include significant public contact.

06


PW Specialist: Briefly describe your experience that includes significant public contact. If no experience, indicate "n/a".
07


PW Specialist: Completion of college-level coursework in construction technology, building inspection or a field related to the work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years of experience as a general contractor or of journey-level experience in the building trades.

• Please substitute my college-level coursework in construction technology, building inspection or a field related to the work on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years of experience as a general contractor or of journey-level experience in the building trades.
• Substitution is not necessary.

08


PW Specialist: How many years of experience do you have in Public Works construction project management and/or inspection?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One year but less than two years
• Two years but less than three years
• Three years but less than five years
• Five years or more

09


PW Specialist: How many years of experience do you have working as a licensed general contractor?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One year but less than three years
• Three years but less than five years
• Five years or more

10


PW Specialist: How many years of journey-level experience do you possess in the building trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete, heavy construction, street construction, or related trades)?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One year but less than three years
• Three years but less than five years
• Five years or more

11


PW Specialist: Which statement best describes your experience conducting investigations, inspections, field reviews, or compliance-related activities?

• No experience
• Limited experience assisting others
• Experience conducting routine inspections or investigations
• Experience independently conducting inspections or investigations and documenting findings
• Extensive experience conducting complex inspections or investigations and making recommendations

12


PW Specialist: Which statement best describes your qualifications for this position?

• I do not meet any of the minimum qualification pathways.
• I meet the education requirement only.
• I possess at least two years of Public Works construction project management and/or inspection experience.
• I possess at least three years of experience as a general contractor.
• I possess at least three years of journey-level experience in the building trades.
• I meet one of the above experience requirements and have the required education and driver's license.

Required Question