LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER E9312J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT This TEMPORARY job opportunity is open to the public. FILING PERIOD Applications will be accepted until the needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE REQUIREMENTS, SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE AND LANGUAGE UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Get ready to join one of the nation's largest county employers! Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, the County of Los Angeles offers broad career growth and competitive salaries . We are the largest employer in Southern California, with opportunities for you to make a difference in the lives of over 10 million residents. We are the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk and our mission is to serve Los Angeles County by providing essential records management and election services in a fair, accessible, and transparent manner. We are providing you with an amazing opportunity to join our organization of professionals committed to serving our employees, the public, and community. We seek to achieve accountability, professionalism, integrity, respect, and equity. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Receives, opens, and processes voted ballot card boxes from different precinct locations. Checks ballot card envelops for write in votes and determines if vote is valid according to election laws and regulations and tallies the votes. Checks ballot cards for extraneous material or chads that would inhibit processing by computer and removes material. Receives computer processed ballot cards and stores in appropriate container according to precinct location. Records storage location of voted ballot cards from each precinct so as to facilitate prompt location. Refers problems to supervisor. Participates in voter outreach activities by distributing voter information materials and registration forms that address different topics on voter registration, the election process, new election legislation as well as what types of programs the Department offers. Recruits bilingual and special program poll workers by providing volunteer information, application, and materials to the public. Explains polling place operations and election processes in response to questions from the public and public officials. Performs a variety of clerical duties related to elections process such as mailing election material, checking, listings, and packing sample ballots. Loads and unloads election materials and supplies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: No training or experience is required. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class 2 - Light Work: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This is a noncompetitive assessment process and taking an exam is not required. The assessment is intended to merely qualify applicants. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Applicants will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the assessment process. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. No person may participate in this examination more than once every six (6) months; doing so, will result in the rejection of your application. VACANCY INFORMATION: The positions are for TEMPORARY EMPLOYEMENT ONLY . The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill TEMPORARY vacancies at any of the potential work sites: Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Headquarters - Norwalk, CA Ballot Processing Center - City of Industry, CA VSAP Operation Center - Whittier, CA Tally Operation Center - Downey, CA VCST - Santa Fe Springs, CA Field Work - Various Locations Throughout LA County Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add rthai@rrcc.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , noreply@governmentjobs.com , rrccexams@rrcc.lacounty.gov and the domain rrcc.lacounty.gov , to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Should any of your contact information change, including mailing address, please notify our office. HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 P.M., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this websitehttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty. Plan to submit your online application as soon as possible, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account onwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/LAcounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTICES: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO CLICKING THE "SUBMIT" BUTTON SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORDS: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's use ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and is subject to disqualification from this examination. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. What Happens Next? We ask that you submit your application by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top of the job posting. If you need assistance or have questions, please contact us using the following information: ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 462-2844 Teletype Phone: 800-899-4099 Alternate TTY Phone: 800-897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922 Department Contact Name: Rosetta Thai Department Contact Phone: (562) 462-2844 Department Contact Email: rrccexams@rrcc.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER E9312J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT This TEMPORARY job opportunity is open to the public. FILING PERIOD Applications will be accepted until the needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE REQUIREMENTS, SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE AND LANGUAGE UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Get ready to join one of the nation's largest county employers! Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, the County of Los Angeles offers broad career growth and competitive salaries . We are the largest employer in Southern California, with opportunities for you to make a difference in the lives of over 10 million residents. We are the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk and our mission is to serve Los Angeles County by providing essential records management and election services in a fair, accessible, and transparent manner. We are providing you with an amazing opportunity to join our organization of professionals committed to serving our employees, the public, and community. We seek to achieve accountability, professionalism, integrity, respect, and equity. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Receives, opens, and processes voted ballot card boxes from different precinct locations. Checks ballot card envelops for write in votes and determines if vote is valid according to election laws and regulations and tallies the votes. Checks ballot cards for extraneous material or chads that would inhibit processing by computer and removes material. Receives computer processed ballot cards and stores in appropriate container according to precinct location. Records storage location of voted ballot cards from each precinct so as to facilitate prompt location. Refers problems to supervisor. Participates in voter outreach activities by distributing voter information materials and registration forms that address different topics on voter registration, the election process, new election legislation as well as what types of programs the Department offers. Recruits bilingual and special program poll workers by providing volunteer information, application, and materials to the public. Explains polling place operations and election processes in response to questions from the public and public officials. Performs a variety of clerical duties related to elections process such as mailing election material, checking, listings, and packing sample ballots. Loads and unloads election materials and supplies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: No training or experience is required. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class 2 - Light Work: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This is a noncompetitive assessment process and taking an exam is not required. The assessment is intended to merely qualify applicants. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Applicants will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the assessment process. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. No person may participate in this examination more than once every six (6) months; doing so, will result in the rejection of your application. VACANCY INFORMATION: The positions are for TEMPORARY EMPLOYEMENT ONLY . The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill TEMPORARY vacancies at any of the potential work sites: Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Headquarters - Norwalk, CA Ballot Processing Center - City of Industry, CA VSAP Operation Center - Whittier, CA Tally Operation Center - Downey, CA VCST - Santa Fe Springs, CA Field Work - Various Locations Throughout LA County Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add rthai@rrcc.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , noreply@governmentjobs.com , rrccexams@rrcc.lacounty.gov and the domain rrcc.lacounty.gov , to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Should any of your contact information change, including mailing address, please notify our office. HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 P.M., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this websitehttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty. Plan to submit your online application as soon as possible, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account onwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/LAcounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements as listed on this job posting. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTICES: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. PLEASE REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY PRIOR TO CLICKING THE "SUBMIT" BUTTON SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORDS: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's use ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and is subject to disqualification from this examination. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.Refer to their website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. What Happens Next? We ask that you submit your application by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top of the job posting. If you need assistance or have questions, please contact us using the following information: ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 462-2844 Teletype Phone: 800-899-4099 Alternate TTY Phone: 800-897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922 Department Contact Name: Rosetta Thai Department Contact Phone: (562) 462-2844 Department Contact Email: rrccexams@rrcc.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to business, public administration or other related field plus four (4) years of related professional experience with two (2) years as a related project lead. Licenses or Certifications: Possess or in pursuit of National and/or State Certified Municipal Clerk designation Notary Public designation Notes to Applicants Assessment: During the interview, candidates will be required to conduct a 10-15 minute (maximum) training, with written handouts. The topics will be modern management and records and information management principles and best practices. Schedule: This position is in-person Monday - Friday. Candidate must have experience working in cross functional teams, knowledge of training methodologies and techniques. This position oversees the City’s compliance with the City’s Information Management ordinance, City’s Information Management Plan, and federal and state laws. Establishes Records Information Management program methodologies of electronic and digital information assets. Other related duties as assigned. Essential skills, and abilities: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City Council, executive management, City employees, stakeholders, and vendors. Knowledge of modern management and records and information management principles and best practices. Knowledge of archival issues and trends. Knowledge of federal, state, and city rules and regulations governing unit functions. Ability to interpret Local, State and Federal guidelines to maintain guardianship of public records. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in unit functions. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to manage changing priorities. When completing the City of Austin employment application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates. Any gaps in employment must have an explanation and dates of unemployment. A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information. We reserve the right to verify high school and college education for the top candidate(s). Benefits: Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information. Pay Range $37.14 - $47.35 Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. This position is in person. Job Close Date 04/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Office of the City Clerk Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location City Hall, 301 W. Second Street Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Provides staff support to the City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes as required. Develops and maintains city-wide strategic plans for best records and information management practices. Experience and knowledge of professional records and information management theory, best practices, principles, standards, industry trends, and compliance requirements. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing job duties. Experience in developing corporate and information management policies and procedures consistent with best practices. Strong customer service orientation. The ability to be innovative and adaptable to provide recommendations that meet not only the information governance requirements but the business needs and available resources. Supervises a variety of administrative functions within the Clerk’s Office. Manage an information management program, ensuring compliance with the City of Austin’s Information Management code laws and best practices. Ability to maintain neutral in sensitive political environments such as elections or opposing viewpoints expressed by elected officials or city executives. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. 1. Directs the functions and daily operations of the office. 2. Provides staff support to the City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes as required. 3. Provides services to voters, petitioners, City departments and political candidates. 4. Ensures all activities are carried out in compliance with departmental policy, local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing activities. 5. Improves operations and streamlines work processes. 6. Manages all human resource activities including employment, employee relations, and benefits. 7. Manages contracts with private vendors. 8. Manages the preparation of budgets and forecast requirements and reports, including financial reports and performance measures reports. 9. Manages the citizen recognition, petition validation, lobbyist and liquor licensing processes and the Council approved records program. 10. May act as City Clerk and/or Deputy City Clerk in his/her absence. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of modern management principles and practices. Knowledge of federal, state, and city rules and regulations governing unit functions. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and city ordinances. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of budgeting methods. Skill in coordinating various functions. Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in unit functions. Skill in developing and implementing plans to achieve goals and objectives. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City Council, City Managers and Department Directors. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Assistant City Clerk position are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to business, public administration or other related field plus four (4) years of related professional experience with two (2) years as a related project lead. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Do you possess or are you in the pursuit of a National and/or State Certified Municipal Clerk Designation and do you possess a Notary Public designation? Yes No * Describe your experience in providing support to City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your knowledge and experience in the field of information governance specifically in developing strategic plans for managing hard copy and electronic records and information, electronic information governance, information management systems, data classification, and information security. (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your experience with identifying a business process that was ineffective and the improvements you implemented. (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your experience in developing corporate policies and procedures. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your knowledge and experience in the field of information governance specifically in developing strategic plans for managing hard copy and electronic records and information, electronic information governance, information management systems, data classification, and information security. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in managing a program’s compliance with information management plans, laws, and best practices. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to business, public administration or other related field plus four (4) years of related professional experience with two (2) years as a related project lead. Licenses or Certifications: Possess or in pursuit of National and/or State Certified Municipal Clerk designation Notary Public designation Notes to Applicants Assessment: During the interview, candidates will be required to conduct a 10-15 minute (maximum) training, with written handouts. The topics will be modern management and records and information management principles and best practices. Schedule: This position is in-person Monday - Friday. Candidate must have experience working in cross functional teams, knowledge of training methodologies and techniques. This position oversees the City’s compliance with the City’s Information Management ordinance, City’s Information Management Plan, and federal and state laws. Establishes Records Information Management program methodologies of electronic and digital information assets. Other related duties as assigned. Essential skills, and abilities: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City Council, executive management, City employees, stakeholders, and vendors. Knowledge of modern management and records and information management principles and best practices. Knowledge of archival issues and trends. Knowledge of federal, state, and city rules and regulations governing unit functions. Ability to interpret Local, State and Federal guidelines to maintain guardianship of public records. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in unit functions. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to manage changing priorities. When completing the City of Austin employment application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates. Any gaps in employment must have an explanation and dates of unemployment. A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information. We reserve the right to verify high school and college education for the top candidate(s). Benefits: Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information. Pay Range $37.14 - $47.35 Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. This position is in person. Job Close Date 04/01/2024 Type of Posting External Department Office of the City Clerk Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location City Hall, 301 W. Second Street Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Provides staff support to the City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes as required. Develops and maintains city-wide strategic plans for best records and information management practices. Experience and knowledge of professional records and information management theory, best practices, principles, standards, industry trends, and compliance requirements. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing job duties. Experience in developing corporate and information management policies and procedures consistent with best practices. Strong customer service orientation. The ability to be innovative and adaptable to provide recommendations that meet not only the information governance requirements but the business needs and available resources. Supervises a variety of administrative functions within the Clerk’s Office. Manage an information management program, ensuring compliance with the City of Austin’s Information Management code laws and best practices. Ability to maintain neutral in sensitive political environments such as elections or opposing viewpoints expressed by elected officials or city executives. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. 1. Directs the functions and daily operations of the office. 2. Provides staff support to the City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes as required. 3. Provides services to voters, petitioners, City departments and political candidates. 4. Ensures all activities are carried out in compliance with departmental policy, local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing activities. 5. Improves operations and streamlines work processes. 6. Manages all human resource activities including employment, employee relations, and benefits. 7. Manages contracts with private vendors. 8. Manages the preparation of budgets and forecast requirements and reports, including financial reports and performance measures reports. 9. Manages the citizen recognition, petition validation, lobbyist and liquor licensing processes and the Council approved records program. 10. May act as City Clerk and/or Deputy City Clerk in his/her absence. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of modern management principles and practices. Knowledge of federal, state, and city rules and regulations governing unit functions. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and city ordinances. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of budgeting methods. Skill in coordinating various functions. Skill in managing the activities of personnel engaged in unit functions. Skill in developing and implementing plans to achieve goals and objectives. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City Council, City Managers and Department Directors. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Assistant City Clerk position are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to business, public administration or other related field plus four (4) years of related professional experience with two (2) years as a related project lead. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Do you possess or are you in the pursuit of a National and/or State Certified Municipal Clerk Designation and do you possess a Notary Public designation? Yes No * Describe your experience in providing support to City Council including attending Council meetings and preparing minutes. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your knowledge and experience in the field of information governance specifically in developing strategic plans for managing hard copy and electronic records and information, electronic information governance, information management systems, data classification, and information security. (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your experience with identifying a business process that was ineffective and the improvements you implemented. (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your experience in developing corporate policies and procedures. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your knowledge and experience in the field of information governance specifically in developing strategic plans for managing hard copy and electronic records and information, electronic information governance, information management systems, data classification, and information security. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in managing a program’s compliance with information management plans, laws, and best practices. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents