Assistant Public Works Director
City of American Canyon - Utilities and Environmental Services
American Canyon, CA
Norman Woods is the Assistant Public Works Director of Utilities and Environmental Services for the City of Roseville, California, where he oversees comprehensive utility operations including water treatment and distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, recycled water systems, and water quality management. In this role, he manages multimillion-dollar budgets, directs capital improvement projects, and provides leadership for a skilled team, ensuring regulatory compliance and the delivery of high-quality services to the community. Previously, he served as Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator V (Chief Plant Operator) and held earlier positions as Lead Operator (Grade IV) and Operator II/III, gaining extensive hands-on experience in SCADA systems, process control, laboratory analysis, equipment maintenance, and emergency response planning. Across all roles, Norman has demonstrated expertise in staff development, performance evaluation, operational optimization, and sustainable infrastructure management.
Norman holds a Master of Business Administration from Western Governors University and a Bachelor of Science in Government and Public Policy from California State University, Sacramento. His educational background in business and public policy complements his technical expertise, enabling him to lead complex municipal utility operations with strategic insight and efficiency. With a career grounded in public service, Norman is dedicated to advancing infrastructure, promoting environmental sustainability, and mentoring the next generation of utility professionals while fostering a collaborative, results-driven work culture.
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