The PositionThe City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.
Why join the City of Oakland's City Administrator's Office? Do you have a passion for public service and a calling to make a difference? Are you motivated and skilled at tackling complex problems and producing tangible results that improve the lives of real people in our community? Are you inspired and have concrete ideas about how to streamline systems that connect our most vulnerable residents and businesses with the services they need to thrive? Are you experienced in making improvements to and raising trust in local government? Are you a great listener and communicator? Are you looking for a meaningful, high-pace and challenging role in local government that rewards you with great pay and benefits? If so, the City of Oakland needs you as an Assistant to the City Administrator.
City of Oakland The City of Oakland is a dynamic, progressive, high-energy city in the heart of the Bay Area where 21st century challenges are tackled with cutting-edge approaches. We are driven to center equity in everything we do; by working together to eliminate disparities, we can create a community where everyone can thrive, regardless of their race or where they live. Oakland is a vibrant city with 50 distinct and eclectic neighborhoods, 17 commercial districts, a progressive downtown, and exceptional cultural and recreational amenities. With an estimated population of 420,183, Oakland is the eighth largest city in California; with a $2 billion annual budget and 4,500 employees, it serves as the administrative hub of Alameda County and the center of commerce and international trade for the Bay Area region. Oakland is one of the most diverse cities in the nation, with more than 125 languages and dialects spoken. The City is a regional hub for multicultural arts and boasts one of the largest visual and performing arts communities on the West Coast. In addition to its abundant natural beauty, rich history, and lively multi-cultural neighborhoods, Oakland is a dynamic hub of innovation and visionary thinkers. The City of Oakland is home to creative, civic-minded, and tech-savvy residents, businesses, and community partners.
Office of the City Administrator, Sustainability, Resilience, and Neighborhood Services Divisions The City Administrator oversees the day-to-day operations of all City departments to ensure the goals and policy directives of the Mayor and City Council are implemented. Key components of that work include efforts to make our neighborhoods more resilient through support of the City’s many Neighborhood Councils, coordinating interdepartmental and interagency initiatives, and the implementation of the City’s Equitable Climate Action Plan. The City’s Sustainability and Resilience Division consisting of 5 full-time professional staff, and 20 Climate Action Fellows is charged with implementing the City’s Equitable Climate Action Plan. This team supports a $28 million CA Transformative Climate Communities grant that builds on long standing community-based work in East Oakland and actively pursues multiple other grant opportunities for the City to both reduce its impact on Climate Change and to ensure its neighborhoods are more resilient to the effects of Climate Change.
We are looking for someone who is: - Well versed in how Oakland City government functions and has a track record as an effective problem-solver.
- Extremely knowledgeable about climate change with multiple years of experience in addressing it from within a municipal government.
- Skilled at report writing and developing policy recommendations based on learnings and data from experience in the field.
- Comfortable interacting with Elected Officials and Policy leaders on a local, regional, and global stage regarding Sustainability and Resilience.
- Well-versed in and committed to the implementation of equity principles, analysis and practices.
What you will typically be responsible for: - Guiding the implementation of the City’s Equitable Climate Action Plan across all departments.
- Supervising the City’s Sustainability Team, including professional staff and a compliment of Climate Corps Fellows.
- Representing the City on the Sustainability Directors Network, the 100 Resilient Cities Network, and other regional and national bodies dedicated to mitigating the effects of climate change.
- Preparing and presenting reports to the City Council and Mayor on progress of the ECAP.
- Identifying and securing state and federal grant funding to support and expand the City’s Sustainability efforts.
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A few reasons you might love this job: - Your work will matter to the people we serve. What you do every day will have a direct and tangible impact on the people who live and work in Oakland-on their health, well-being, access to services, and safety.
- You will have great colleagues. City employees are fiercely passionate about public service and community, and proud to uplift Oakland as a dynamic, innovative, vibrant city that is always on the forefront of social, economic, and environmental justice.
- Every day is an opportunity to tackle new tasks and challenges and grow your range of problem-solving skills with mentorship from experienced practitioners and collaborative interaction with fellow colleagues.
- This is a stimulating job with great pay and benefits.
A few challenges you might face in this job: - The community’s needs exceed the City’s resources to meet them as swiftly and effectively as we would like, creating tension as well as opportunities to innovate and focus on compassionate service delivery.
- The work is fast-paced, and you will be expected to expertly and professionally juggle multiple, competing priorities with calm and grace.
- Although Climate Change is an existential threat that requires immediate and long term actions, there are immediate priorities the City manages across departments that can slow or divert the progress of implementing a long-term plan such as an ECAP.
Competencies: - Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across departments, divisions, and teams.
- Leading the Organizational Culture: Driving the organization’s culture through establishing and enforcing norms and/or behaviors in addition to processes.
- Managing & Facilitating Change: Addressing key factors that influence successful organizational change.
- Managing Organizational Complexity: Maneuvering through complex political situations and functions within the organization.
- Organizational Systems Thinking: Comprehending the organization as a system of integrated and interdependent functions.
- Thinking & Acting Systematically: Formulating objectives and priorities, and implementing plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment.
- Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives.
- Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace.
Minimum Requirements for ApplicationThe following qualifications are guidelines, as the appointing authority has broad discretion in filling positions in this classification.
Minimum Qualifications Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration or other relevant degree for particular project assignment.
A Master's degree is desirable.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Project Manager II with the City of Oakland.
License or Certificate / Other Requirements: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties.
Desirable Qualifications - Understanding of Oakland’s history, policies, and communities
- Experience working with Oakland community-based organizations (CBOs), neighborhood groups, or citizen oversight bodies (Boards or Commissions)
- Experience with grant writing, submission, and management
- A background in Strategic Planning
- Experience in implementing sustainability measures within a City Department such as Public Works or Transportation.
Supplemental InformationThis is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902 . All applications received will be forwarded to the City Administrator's Office for further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
What’s in it for you? - Work/Life Balance: 37.5-hour work weeks, and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule.
- 15 paid holidays
- Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
- Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
- Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans.
- Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
- Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
- Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year.
- Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
- Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training.
Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. Disaster Service Workers All employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system.
APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm .
If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
Our online application system is provided by GovernmentJobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact GovernmentJobs Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system.
F or recruitment-specific questions, please contact Winnie Woo at wwoo@oaklandca.gov . The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*:
• CalPERS Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Group & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
• Pension Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
* Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
Closing Date/Time: 8/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
