Engineering Division Manager (Principal Civil Engineer)

About the Department

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

The mission of the Marin County Department of Public Works is To provide quality services and maintain and improve public infrastructure and facilities, while protecting Marin’s natural resources. Read more about the Department of Public Works. 

Position Duties

The County of Marin, California, is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Engineering Division Manager (Classification: Principal Civil Engineer) to lead the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works. Overseeing a team of up to 17 staff, this management-level leader guides a talented team and helps advance a significant Capital Improvement Program (CIP) encompassing roads, bridges, multimodal facilities, pavement management, and other infrastructure within the County right-of-way. This unique opportunity offers broad influence across project delivery, organizational priorities, and cross-agency partnerships as the County continues to invest in infrastructure, modernize systems, and prepare for future technology and asset management initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in civil engineering, capital project delivery, plan and specification review, and consultant and contract oversight, along with the emotional intelligence, communication skills, and adaptability needed to lead effectively across teams, departments, agencies, and community partners. Apply today to help advance a culture of strong leadership, accountability, and innovation!

Other Qualifications

Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as a first review of applications will take place on Friday, October 9, 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (virtual) and Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (in-person at the historic Marin County Civic Center). Candidates should plan to be available for both dates. 

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiter, Lauren Gerson-Greene, with any inquiries:

• [email protected]
• 541-664-0376 (direct)
• 866-929-9227 (toll-free)

Open & Continuous Recruitment: This recruitment is Open and Continuous. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an Open and Continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

Signing bonus: In addition to a competitive compensations package, new, full-time, regular hire Principal Civil Engineers are eligible to receive a $10,000.00 signing bonus which will be split into two equal payments: 50% at time of hire (i.e. first paycheck) and the remaining 50% after successful completion of their probationary period.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.  The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
 
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

Benefits

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.   
 
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage.

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals.  Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP).  There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
 
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104.  For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
 

Agency Information

EmployerCounty of MarinAddress 3501 Civic Center Drive
Room 124
San Rafael, California, 94903 Phone415 473-2126
Website https://www.hr.marincounty.gov/our-divisions/join-our-team