Deputy Director, Engineering Division - Port of San Francisco (0953)

Company Description

The Port of San Francisco is accepting applications for a permanent exempt Deputy Director of Engineering!

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Applicants must complete this required Supplemental Questionnaire in addition to submitting an application. The questionnaire must be completed no later than the application deadline of Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PST 
• Application Opening: 01/21/2025
• Application Deadline: 03/14/2025
• Compensation Range: $242,424 - $280,592
• Recruitment ID: RTF0147489-01100018

Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (PEX). Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104.6. Any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment, and removal procedures. Exempt appointees serve at the Appointing Officer’s discretion.

About the Port and San Francisco 

The Port of San Francisco spans approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront, from Pier 98 to Fisherman’s Wharf, held in trust for the people of California. Governed by a Commission appointed by the Mayor, the Port manages a diverse range of commercial and public access facilities and operates as its own Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

As an enterprise department, the Port primarily funds its operations through revenue generated from land and waterside leasing activities, with limited City funding provided in specific areas. Maintaining the Port’s facilities has been challenging due to a constrained capital budget and a significant deferred maintenance backlog. Despite these challenges, the Port is at the forefront of efforts to improve the waterfront, addressing critical risks related to earthquakes and sea level rise.

San Francisco is currently experiencing a period of recovery and growth, and the Port is a central contributor to this resurgence. We are committed to ensuring that the waterfront remains a vibrant, accessible, and safe space for both residents and visitors. Significant revitalization efforts are underway, with exciting development projects planned for both the northern and southern waterfronts.

For more information about the Port of San Francisco, visit SFPort.com. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.  

Job Description

The Port of San Francisco is recruiting for a dedicated and innovative leader to guide its Engineering Division as the Deputy Director. Many of the Port’s facilities have endured years of underfunding and require significant investment, but with new funding opportunities on the horizon, the Port is positioned to make impactful progress. Your leadership will play a critical role in revitalizing the waterfront and addressing the needs of our community.

As part of the Port's leadership team, you will join an organization committed to fostering a workplace rooted in inclusion, transparency, and respect. We are dedicated to being an anti-racist organization where equity and diversity are integral to our success. With the support of robust resources and a talented team, you will have the chance to lead meaningful change and help the Port overcome its most pressing challenges.

Key Responsibilities

The Deputy Director of Engineering will lead a multidisciplinary division that provides essential services to Port client divisions. This role requires strategic direction and leadership to ensure the division operates cohesively as a team, achieves performance goals, and meets the needs of the Port and its tenants. The Deputy Director will actively support the Port’s mission, which includes public safety and health, public waterfront use, maritime activities, and maximizing revenue in collaboration with key departments such as Real Estate, Maritime, Planning, and Maintenance.

The Engineering Division is responsible for the following core functions:

• Project and construction management for Port capital projects, funded by the Harbor Fund and grants.
• Chief Building Official for permit services and inspections for Port property and tenant projects.
• A facilities team for design, review and facility inspections which include:
  • Architectural design and ADA compliance review
  • Civil, Structural, Survey, and Utility Engineering
• Supporting negotiation and execution of design and construction agreements for public-private real estate development partner