Public Works Director Executive Recruitment

The City of Ojai is seeking qualified firms to recruit a Public Works Director, including position profiling, talent outreach, applicant screening, finalist recommendations, and interview assistance.

City of Ojai


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Oct 06, 2026 12:00 AM
Sep 18, 2026 08:15 PM
4 months
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
kathy.holman@ojai.ca.gov
+18056465581
Submission Instructions
Description

The City of Ojai is seeking professional recruiting services to fill its Public Works Director position. The selected consultant will meet with City leadership and key personnel, develop a position profile and advertising brochure, conduct national, regional, state, and local outreach, place advertisements in professional publications and online platforms, screen applicants through interviews or videoconferences, develop a finalist list, and provide recommendations and assistance with finalist interviews and the selection process. Proposals must address the firm's qualifications, references, key staff, project approach and work plan, schedule, cost proposal, client references, and any proposed contract exceptions. The engagement is scheduled to begin October 28, 2026, and conclude February 1, 2027. The City may award one or multiple agreements.

Classification Codes
NAICS561312Executive Search Services
PSCV251Civilian Personnel Recruitment
Smart Codes
executive search servicesrecruitment advertisingcandidate screening
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Sep 18, 2026-RFP Release Date
Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM-Questions Due Date
Oct 06, 2026 12:00 AM-Proposal Due Date
Oct 12, 2026-Evaluation, Shortlist, Interviews, and Selection
Oct 27, 2026-Award of Contract
Oct 28, 2026-Contract Execution
Oct 28, 2026-Begin Engagement
Feb 1, 2027-Complete Engagement
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers Compensation
  • Employer Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Professional Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Child/Youth Protection Insurance — $1,000,000.00
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 5 years
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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