City of Ventura, CA Jobs

11 open positions

11 current openings at City of Ventura, CA across 2 departments. Listed pay $16.90–$61.75/hr · $84k–$258k/yr. Updated daily from the employer's own postings.

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Chief Financial Officer

City of Ventura, CA · Closes Oct 16

Ventura Full-time $192,381.07 - $257,792.70 Annually

The City of Ventura is seeking an innovative and fiscally responsible public finance professional to serve as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), a key member of the City’s Executive Team and leader of the City’s Finance…

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Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Instrumentation and Electrical Technician (Ventura Water)

City of Ventura, CA · Ventura Water · Closes Oct 22

Ventura Full-time regular $83,521.16 - $101,520.64 Annually

The City of Ventura has an exciting opportunity to join Ventura Water as an Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and control systems used in water…

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Senior Civil Engineer

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $118,779.44 - $159,166.38 Annually

Engineering Design Division, Public Works – the team delivers Ventura’s 5‑year Capital Improvement Program, designing streets, water, storm drains and public facilities.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Principal Planner

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $104,983.64 - $140,679.14 Annually

Community Development Department of the City of Ventura leads safe, sustainable growth and affordable housing initiatives.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Construction Inspector

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $35.99 - $43.74 Hourly

Public Works Department (Ventura) builds and maintains city infrastructure. The Construction Inspector inspects public works projects, reviews plans, monitors workmanship, and documents compliance on a daily basis.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Firefighter-Paramedic Lateral

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $44.48 - $56.77 Hourly

Ventura Fire Department seeks certified Lateral Firefighter-Paramedics to join an engine company delivering emergency medical services and fire suppression.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor/Head Lifeguard

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Part-time $16.90 - $22.15 Hourly

Ventura Aquatics team at the Ventura Aquatic Center ensures water safety and delivers year‑round swim programs.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Police Officer – Lateral or Academy Complete / Out of State Lateral

City of Ventura, CA · Ventura Police Department · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $50.80 - $61.75 Hourly

Ventura Police Department protects the vibrant coastal community, focusing on public safety and community engagement.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Public Safety Dispatcher

City of Ventura, CA · Ventura Police Department · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $38.01 - $46.20 Hourly

Public Safety Dispatch team at the City of Ventura handles emergency and non-emergency calls for police assistance, routing units and maintaining communication throughout incidents.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Police Officer Trainee I/II

City of Ventura, CA · Ventura Police Department · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $43.47 - $45.64 Hourly

Ventura Police Department is seeking motivated individuals for its Police Officer Trainee program, a structured pathway to become a sworn officer.

Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Fleet & Equipment Technician

City of Ventura, CA · Open until filled

Ventura Full-time $32.89 - $39.97 Hourly

Under general supervision, this position performs a full range of skilled mechanical work, including the repair, maintenance, installation, and servicing of automotive, emergency, and construction equipment maintained…

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Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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About City of Ventura, CA jobs

City of Ventura, CA has 11 open positions, mostly in Ventura. Openings include Chief Financial Officer, Instrumentation and Electrical Technician (Ventura Water) and Senior Civil Engineer. The departments hiring most are Ventura Police Department and Ventura Water. Typical posted pay is $123k–$225k/yr or $36.43–$50.62/hr.

Pay by opening

Each opening's posted range; bars compare them as full-time yearly pay.

Chief Financial OfficerVentura
$192k–$258k/yr
Senior Civil EngineerVentura
$119k–$159k/yr
Principal PlannerVentura
$105k–$141k/yr
Police Officer – Lateral or Academy Complete / Out of State LateralVentura
$50.80–$61.75/hr
Firefighter-Paramedic LateralVentura
$44.48–$56.77/hr
Instrumentation and Electrical Technician (Ventura Water)Ventura
$84k–$102k/yr
Public Safety DispatcherVentura
$38.01–$46.20/hr
Police Officer Trainee I/IIVentura
$43.47–$45.64/hr
Construction InspectorVentura
$35.99–$43.74/hr
Fleet & Equipment TechnicianVentura
$32.89–$39.97/hr
Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor/Head LifeguardVentura
$16.90–$22.15/hr

Openings by department

Ventura Police Department
3
Ventura Water
1

City of Ventura, CA Jobs: FAQ

How many jobs does City of Ventura have open?

City of Ventura, CA has 11 open positions on NextGig, gathered from its own job postings and refreshed daily.

Which City of Ventura departments are hiring?

The departments with the most openings are Ventura Police Department, Ventura Water.

What does City of Ventura pay?

Across openings that list pay, the posted range is $16.90–$61.75/hr · $84k–$258k/yr.

Which City of Ventura jobs close soon?

1 openings close within the next 7 days.