Superintendent of Street Environmental Services- Public Works (0942) (156326) (S

Superintendent of Street Environmental Services- Public Works (0942) (156326)

• Full-time
• Exam Type: Position Based Test
• Job Code and Title: 0942-Manager VII
• Fill Type: Permanent Civil Service

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

Application Opening: Friday, June 13, 2025
Application Deadline: Continuous. The application filing periodwillremainopenuntilatleast Thursday, June 26, 2025. Itmaycloseatanytimeafterthis date.
Compensation Range :$203,476 $259,610 (Range A)
Benefits: Full-time roles with the City of San Francisco come with a wealth of benefits to support you and your family. Learn more here: ID: PBT-0942-156326,RTF0156325
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service

This position is at the San Francisco Public Works Department. The eligible list from this examination may be utilized for future positions in this classification and at other City departments.

San Francisco Public Works (SF Public Works)is recruiting to fill the position ofSuperintendent in the Bureau of Street Environmental Services.

San Francisco Public Works has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Franciscos biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the About Us section of our website at about to learn more about the departments core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

We are seeking a Superintendent of Street Environmental Services (SES), you will report directly to our Deputy Director of Operations (DDO) while leading a team of over five hundred (500) dedicated civil servants within the SES Bureau. In this role, you will ensure seamless and effective delivery of 24/7 services. SES core services include street cleaning, graffiti abatement/removal, abatement of illegal refuse dumping, and code enforcement. In addition, your bureau provides support for special events with volunteer labor and special projects that includes cleanups for parades, protests and other city events. SES manages the storage of bag-and-tag items recovered from public spaces, public trash cans, and cleaning the Citys tunnels. The SES Bureau participates in the Citys Neighborhood Street Teams to clean and support partner agencies in the efforts to improve street conditions.

You will collaborate closely with other city agencies and key stakeholders to plan and execute majorpublic events while responding swiftly to street emergencies. We are seeking a data-driven manager who can look for opportunities to gain efficiencies in work using new technologies, policies or procedures. If you possess strong management skills, a passion for public service, and a vision for enhancing San Franciscos public street environments, this represents an exceptionally rewarding opportunity for you.

Essential Res ponsibilities and Duties:
As an Operations Bureau Superintendent, your duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Strategic Operations: Develop and execute administrative and operational objectives by planning and overseeing all bureau activities through subordinate supervisory personnel. This involves creating, reviewing, and enforcing operating procedures, rules, regulations, policies, methods, and reports, as well as analyzing data to refine operational policies.

Stakeholder Engagement: Interact with managers from other bureaus and city agencies during meetings and in response to inquiries and requests. Represent the Department to the public, community groups, legislative bodies, and City representatives, and serve as a proxy for the deputy director when needed.

Budget Management: Lead the development of the bureaus budget and establish budget priorities. Prepare, implement, and monitor the budget, including annual budget estimates, reviewing expenditures, approving modifications, and setting procurement policies for materials, contracts, and equipment.
Personnel Oversight: Develop staffing plans and manage all personnel matters. Monitor staff performance, provide coaching and training, administer disciplinary actions, when necessary, organize work assignments and set goals for career training and development for all bureau personnel.

Policy and Procedure Implementation: Establish and implement internal bureau policies and procedures. Direct the preparation of key correspondence and periodic financial, administrative, and technical reports, while ensuring proper maintenance of bureau records. Ensure robust and consistent training of employees on policies and procedures and maintain accurate and consistent records of completed trainings

Vehicle and Equipment Management:
Manage and provide oversight of our Keywatch system to monitor vehicle use, periodically review vehicle use GPS programs, ensuring effective management of the bureaus equipment and vehicles, including accessories. Collaborate with IT and staff regarding the departments Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) training and make policy decisions related to mobile operations and CMMS implementations.

Emergency Response Leadership: Lead initiatives in response to directives from the Mayors office, the Departments Emergency Manager and serve as a vital member of the 24/7 Public Works emergency response team during critical events and incidents.
Technical Oversight: Direct and perform technical duties related to the bureaus specialized functions, including inspecting mechanical and manual street cleaning, graffiti removal, illegal sign removal, and public trash cans as well as with the SES crews supporting the Citys homeless response teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
Experience:
Six (6) years of managerial experience, all of which must include supervisory responsibility, and directly reporting to roles equivalent to a Director, Superintendent, orExecutive Leadership. This Experience must include responsibility for planning and managing programs related to:

• Maintenance, street cleaning, refuse collection, and graffiti abatement; or
  
• Construction, maintenance, and repair of the public right-of-way; or
  
• Code enforcement related to streets, facilities, or buildings.


License:
Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License, at the time of appointment.

Substitution:
Qualifying experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years (One year of work experience is equal to 30 semester or 45 quarter units).

Note (s):
One year full-time employment is considered equivalent to 2000 hours (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full- time employment.
A valid out-of-state drivers license is acceptable during the application process. A valid California driver's license must be obtained prior to appointment and maintained throughout employment

Applicants must meet minimum qualification requirements by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Valid Drivers License: Applicants must possess a valid Class C drivers license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role.

SELECTION PROCEDURE/EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

Management Test Battery (Weight 100%):
Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas which may include but not be limited to: Problem Solving; Leadership; Decision Making; Interpersonal skill; Human Resources Management; Team Building; Communication; Conflict Management and Process Improvement. For more information about this Management Test (and a suggested reading list),please click here . A passing score must be achieved on the Management Test Battery to continue in the selection process.

This is a standardized examination and, therefore, test questions and answers are not available for publ