Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience in managing and directing a complex organization, including two (2) years of experience in an executive capacity. Notes to Applicants This recruitment will be led by Ralph Andersen & Associates. Please click here to be routed to the consultant's web page for additional information and to view or download a brochure that details this opportunity. This position is considered open until filled with the first review of resumes to begin February 26, 2021. Interested candidates must submit a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and three professional references via email to apply@ralphandersen.com. Due to the public nature of searches in Texas, confidential inquiries are welcomed to Mr. Greg Nelson at (916) 630-4900. Pay Range $225,000 - $235,000 Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Hours may vary depending upon business needs. Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas Preferred Qualifications The Ideal Candidate: In addition to being ethical, well-qualified, and experienced, the next Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning must possess certain traits that will be essential for success: The ideal candidate will be a skilled relationship builder and will understand that only through effective relationships can the needle be moved on the identified Strategic Indicators. Not only will the Assistant City Manager need to work collaboratively across the City of Austin enterprise, but he/she must be able to effectively leverage relationships with external stakeholders. Authentic relationships will translate to authentic results. The areas of responsibility for the Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning span areas of intense community interest. As such, the selected candidate must be adept in working collaboratively across various stakeholder groups that are highly engaged. Austin is a City whose strength is derived from teamwork and diversity. Collaboration and cooperation are essential elements for success, where diversity is welcomed, and its value is appreciated. Significant experience in one or more of the functional areas overseen by the position is desired. These areas include: Parks and Recreation, Public Health, Solid Waste and Recycling, Animal Services, and Library Services. A constant appreciation for the multitude of communities, perspectives, and values that exist in Austin is important, but even more so is the ability to telegraph that appreciation to others who affect policies, decisions, and communications. 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. Interprets Council and management policies for other administrative officers, employees of the City of Austin, and other interested parties. Provides direction to City departments, offices, programs, and staff regarding how to advance the assigned outcome and its associated strategies and policies, including policy and procedural revisions. Carries out the City Manager's directives regarding interpretation of policies, represents the City Manager in resolving problems and conflicts that may arise in City government, and helps establish good management practices. Investigates and reports to the City Manager on questions of interdepartmental procedures or interpretation of responsibility. Assists the City Manager in the orderly and timely conduct of municipal business operations within the context of various laws and regulations. Collaboratively integrates, coordinates, and recommends changes; and assists in the establishment of programs, policies, strategies, and initiatives for submission to City Council that will aid in maintaining the financial integrity and service levels of various operations of the City of Austin. In support of the assigned outcome area of portfolio of business, directs the preparation and monitoring of budgets, assists in the negotiation of contracts and agreements, advises on the development of short- and long-range plans, and reports on the City's performance targets. Serves as the City's primary public face, working closely with various advisory boards and community groups on issues related to the assigned strategic outcome, keeping the City Manager and City Council advised of all pertinent issues affecting the achievement of the outcome. Supervises research, including benchmarking with other jurisdictions or industry standards, procedural and administrative studies, and preparation of reports recommending solutions, courses of action, or Citywide and departmental performance targets. Reviews and synthesizes emerging trends and critical issues or challenges facing the City of Austin related to the assigned outcome, convening strategic conversations with other City and community leaders, as appropriate. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality and seamless customer service. Acts for the City Manager in their absence. Cultivates, maintains, and improves upon key partnerships with external public and private organizations to access the resources necessary to improve the efficiency and quality of the City's results in this outcome area. Attends Board, Commission, Council and other public meetings. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of personnel oversight, including job assignment, selection, training, evaluation, counseling, resolving work-related problems, and recommendation for dismissal. Responsible for the full range of management activities, including managing division/section activities, monitoring departmental budget expenditures, developing and revising operating procedures, prioritizing special projects, and coordinating division/section activities with other departments. 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 public administration principles, including the basic principles of organization, management, and resource allocation. Knowledge of organization and functions of constituent Austin City government units. Knowledge of basic laws, ordinances, and regulations underlying a public sector organization, specifically city government. Skill in convening and facilitating strategic conversations across the organizational boundaries and building inter-organizational collaboration to drive results. Skill in planning, organizing, and evaluating the activities of a public sector organization. Skill in building and maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, members of public boards and commissions, other government officials, members of the media, other key stakeholders, and the general public. Skill in leading an organization from a values-driven perspective, including such things as equity, innovation, sustainability, and resiliency. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to adapt one's leadership and management practices to changing circumstances. Ability to deliver feedback to peers and subordinates in ways that effectively promote personal and organizational learning and improved results. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American 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 TTY (512) 974-2445. 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 (*). Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Jan 21, 2021
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience in managing and directing a complex organization, including two (2) years of experience in an executive capacity. Notes to Applicants This recruitment will be led by Ralph Andersen & Associates. Please click here to be routed to the consultant's web page for additional information and to view or download a brochure that details this opportunity. This position is considered open until filled with the first review of resumes to begin February 26, 2021. Interested candidates must submit a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and three professional references via email to apply@ralphandersen.com. Due to the public nature of searches in Texas, confidential inquiries are welcomed to Mr. Greg Nelson at (916) 630-4900. Pay Range $225,000 - $235,000 Hours 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Hours may vary depending upon business needs. Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas Preferred Qualifications The Ideal Candidate: In addition to being ethical, well-qualified, and experienced, the next Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning must possess certain traits that will be essential for success: The ideal candidate will be a skilled relationship builder and will understand that only through effective relationships can the needle be moved on the identified Strategic Indicators. Not only will the Assistant City Manager need to work collaboratively across the City of Austin enterprise, but he/she must be able to effectively leverage relationships with external stakeholders. Authentic relationships will translate to authentic results. The areas of responsibility for the Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning span areas of intense community interest. As such, the selected candidate must be adept in working collaboratively across various stakeholder groups that are highly engaged. Austin is a City whose strength is derived from teamwork and diversity. Collaboration and cooperation are essential elements for success, where diversity is welcomed, and its value is appreciated. Significant experience in one or more of the functional areas overseen by the position is desired. These areas include: Parks and Recreation, Public Health, Solid Waste and Recycling, Animal Services, and Library Services. A constant appreciation for the multitude of communities, perspectives, and values that exist in Austin is important, but even more so is the ability to telegraph that appreciation to others who affect policies, decisions, and communications. 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. Interprets Council and management policies for other administrative officers, employees of the City of Austin, and other interested parties. Provides direction to City departments, offices, programs, and staff regarding how to advance the assigned outcome and its associated strategies and policies, including policy and procedural revisions. Carries out the City Manager's directives regarding interpretation of policies, represents the City Manager in resolving problems and conflicts that may arise in City government, and helps establish good management practices. Investigates and reports to the City Manager on questions of interdepartmental procedures or interpretation of responsibility. Assists the City Manager in the orderly and timely conduct of municipal business operations within the context of various laws and regulations. Collaboratively integrates, coordinates, and recommends changes; and assists in the establishment of programs, policies, strategies, and initiatives for submission to City Council that will aid in maintaining the financial integrity and service levels of various operations of the City of Austin. In support of the assigned outcome area of portfolio of business, directs the preparation and monitoring of budgets, assists in the negotiation of contracts and agreements, advises on the development of short- and long-range plans, and reports on the City's performance targets. Serves as the City's primary public face, working closely with various advisory boards and community groups on issues related to the assigned strategic outcome, keeping the City Manager and City Council advised of all pertinent issues affecting the achievement of the outcome. Supervises research, including benchmarking with other jurisdictions or industry standards, procedural and administrative studies, and preparation of reports recommending solutions, courses of action, or Citywide and departmental performance targets. Reviews and synthesizes emerging trends and critical issues or challenges facing the City of Austin related to the assigned outcome, convening strategic conversations with other City and community leaders, as appropriate. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality and seamless customer service. Acts for the City Manager in their absence. Cultivates, maintains, and improves upon key partnerships with external public and private organizations to access the resources necessary to improve the efficiency and quality of the City's results in this outcome area. Attends Board, Commission, Council and other public meetings. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of personnel oversight, including job assignment, selection, training, evaluation, counseling, resolving work-related problems, and recommendation for dismissal. Responsible for the full range of management activities, including managing division/section activities, monitoring departmental budget expenditures, developing and revising operating procedures, prioritizing special projects, and coordinating division/section activities with other departments. 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 public administration principles, including the basic principles of organization, management, and resource allocation. Knowledge of organization and functions of constituent Austin City government units. Knowledge of basic laws, ordinances, and regulations underlying a public sector organization, specifically city government. Skill in convening and facilitating strategic conversations across the organizational boundaries and building inter-organizational collaboration to drive results. Skill in planning, organizing, and evaluating the activities of a public sector organization. Skill in building and maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, members of public boards and commissions, other government officials, members of the media, other key stakeholders, and the general public. Skill in leading an organization from a values-driven perspective, including such things as equity, innovation, sustainability, and resiliency. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to adapt one's leadership and management practices to changing circumstances. Ability to deliver feedback to peers and subordinates in ways that effectively promote personal and organizational learning and improved results. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American 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 TTY (512) 974-2445. 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 (*). Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
City of Ellensburg, Washington
Ellensburg, WA, USA
CITY MANAGER
City of Ellensburg, Washington
Salary: Up to $163,296
Located 100 miles east of Seattle at the intersection of Interstate 90 and Interstate 82, Ellensburg, Washington, is the county seat of Kittitas County and is home to Central Washington University. The city is home to over 20,300 residents, including 11,800 students who attend the university. Ellensburg is well known for its family atmosphere, friendly residents, and rural lifestyle. Residents and visitors enjoy the city’s summer music festivals, seasonal farmers markets and the annual county fair and rodeo. The Yakima River hugs the southwestern border of Ellensburg and provides riverfront views from parks, and there is golfing at the Ellensburg Golf & Country Club, as well as world-class fly fishing. With over 200 days of sunshine each year, Ellensburg allows for an abundance of activities regardless of the temperature.
The City of Ellensburg operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The seven-member City Council is elected at large, and members serve four-year terms. The city employs approximately 147 regular full-time employees along with more than 100 part-time staff. With an annual budget of $105.2 million, Ellensburg serves its citizens from nine departments: City Attorney, Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Library, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Public Works & Utilities.
The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and serves under contract. The City Manager is the chief executive officer for the city, supervising all department directors, and is responsible for their day-to-day direction, and assists the Mayor and Council in managing the regional and intergovernmental affairs of the city.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university with a degree in public administration, planning, public affairs, or other areas related to administration in a government setting or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and a minimum of 7 years in a management role as a City Manager, Deputy or Assistant City Manager or public sector department director is required. A master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
For a complete position profile/full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ , click on "Open Recruitments" and then click the position title. To apply, click on "Apply Online" and follow the directions provided. For questions, call 206-368-0050. The City of Ellensburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review of applications: February 14, 2021 (open until filled).
Jan 11, 2021
Full Time
CITY MANAGER
City of Ellensburg, Washington
Salary: Up to $163,296
Located 100 miles east of Seattle at the intersection of Interstate 90 and Interstate 82, Ellensburg, Washington, is the county seat of Kittitas County and is home to Central Washington University. The city is home to over 20,300 residents, including 11,800 students who attend the university. Ellensburg is well known for its family atmosphere, friendly residents, and rural lifestyle. Residents and visitors enjoy the city’s summer music festivals, seasonal farmers markets and the annual county fair and rodeo. The Yakima River hugs the southwestern border of Ellensburg and provides riverfront views from parks, and there is golfing at the Ellensburg Golf & Country Club, as well as world-class fly fishing. With over 200 days of sunshine each year, Ellensburg allows for an abundance of activities regardless of the temperature.
The City of Ellensburg operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The seven-member City Council is elected at large, and members serve four-year terms. The city employs approximately 147 regular full-time employees along with more than 100 part-time staff. With an annual budget of $105.2 million, Ellensburg serves its citizens from nine departments: City Attorney, Administration, Community Development, Finance, Human Resources, Library, Parks & Recreation, Police, and Public Works & Utilities.
The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and serves under contract. The City Manager is the chief executive officer for the city, supervising all department directors, and is responsible for their day-to-day direction, and assists the Mayor and Council in managing the regional and intergovernmental affairs of the city.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college/university with a degree in public administration, planning, public affairs, or other areas related to administration in a government setting or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and a minimum of 7 years in a management role as a City Manager, Deputy or Assistant City Manager or public sector department director is required. A master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred.
For a complete position profile/full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ , click on "Open Recruitments" and then click the position title. To apply, click on "Apply Online" and follow the directions provided. For questions, call 206-368-0050. The City of Ellensburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review of applications: February 14, 2021 (open until filled).
Under the City Manager's direction, the Assistant City Manager is responsible for providing strategic direction and support to multiple City departments to ensure that assigned department directors can meet established goals and performance objectives according to approved operating and capital budgets. Similarly, the Assistant City Manager listens, understands, and resolves challenges, problems, or conflicts that may arise in City Government. Strong organizational skills are required with effective management and supervisory experience and a strong background in process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively with elected and appointed officials, city staff, citizen committees, architects, developers, engineers, and other customers.
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Under the City Manager's direction, the Assistant City Manager is responsible for providing strategic direction and support to multiple City departments to ensure that assigned department directors can meet established goals and performance objectives according to approved operating and capital budgets. Similarly, the Assistant City Manager listens, understands, and resolves challenges, problems, or conflicts that may arise in City Government. Strong organizational skills are required with effective management and supervisory experience and a strong background in process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively with elected and appointed officials, city staff, citizen committees, architects, developers, engineers, and other customers.
Under general direction of the City Manager and City Council, and in partnership with the Austin community, the Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning will provide bold and inclusive leadership to advance the assigned outcomes and strategies outlined in the City's Strategic Direction, and direct administrative work relating to the full range of municipal management issues.
Jan 22, 2021
Full Time
Under general direction of the City Manager and City Council, and in partnership with the Austin community, the Assistant City Manager for Health & Environment and Culture & Lifelong Learning will provide bold and inclusive leadership to advance the assigned outcomes and strategies outlined in the City's Strategic Direction, and direct administrative work relating to the full range of municipal management issues.
City of Marysville, CA
526 C Street, Marysville, CA 95901, USA
City of Marysville, CA City Manager Annual salary: Up to $167,640 Application deadline: Monday, December 14, 2020 Known for its close-knit, community-oriented rural/suburban environment, the City of Marysville (population 12,200) is a unique and charming city located in Yuba County, just 40 miles north of Sacramento. The City provides services through six departments that include the City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Police, and Public Works. Marysville is supported by 65 FTE and a General Fund budget of approximately $11 million for FY 2020-21. The City Council is seeking an ethical, dedicated public servant who embraces transparency and open government. The ideal candidate will bring experience in a small city that offers an array of municipal services and embrace innovative strategies to continue to provide those services while dealing with the realities of municipal budget constraints; possess well-rounded city management skills and be comfortable in this small town, hands-on role; be a business-minded individual dedicated to the improvement of local economies; possess the political aptitude to anticipate issues of concern; provide reasoned and sound recommendations for the Council’s consideration; possess outstanding listening and communication skills and treat everyone fairly, equally, and respectfully; support professional staff development, team building, and facilitate cross-training; forge and maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies in the County, region, and state; and exhibit loyalty, discretion, and creativity when dealing with sensitive issues. To be considered, please submit a cover letter, list of six work-related references, and resume to: https://executivesearch.cpshr.us/JobDetail?ID=1709 For additional information contact: Pam Derby CPS HR Consulting (916) 263-1401 pderby@cpshr.us To view an online brochure for this position visit: executivesearch.cpshr.us City of Marysville website: www.marysville.ca.us The City of Marysville is an equal opportunity employer.
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
City of Marysville, CA City Manager Annual salary: Up to $167,640 Application deadline: Monday, December 14, 2020 Known for its close-knit, community-oriented rural/suburban environment, the City of Marysville (population 12,200) is a unique and charming city located in Yuba County, just 40 miles north of Sacramento. The City provides services through six departments that include the City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Police, and Public Works. Marysville is supported by 65 FTE and a General Fund budget of approximately $11 million for FY 2020-21. The City Council is seeking an ethical, dedicated public servant who embraces transparency and open government. The ideal candidate will bring experience in a small city that offers an array of municipal services and embrace innovative strategies to continue to provide those services while dealing with the realities of municipal budget constraints; possess well-rounded city management skills and be comfortable in this small town, hands-on role; be a business-minded individual dedicated to the improvement of local economies; possess the political aptitude to anticipate issues of concern; provide reasoned and sound recommendations for the Council’s consideration; possess outstanding listening and communication skills and treat everyone fairly, equally, and respectfully; support professional staff development, team building, and facilitate cross-training; forge and maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies in the County, region, and state; and exhibit loyalty, discretion, and creativity when dealing with sensitive issues. To be considered, please submit a cover letter, list of six work-related references, and resume to: https://executivesearch.cpshr.us/JobDetail?ID=1709 For additional information contact: Pam Derby CPS HR Consulting (916) 263-1401 pderby@cpshr.us To view an online brochure for this position visit: executivesearch.cpshr.us City of Marysville website: www.marysville.ca.us The City of Marysville is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Orinda is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic candidate to fill the City Manager position. An exemplary leader who will inspire a shared vision, encourage creativity, and foster a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented organization by setting clear direction, goals, and expectations is sought.
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
The City of Orinda is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic candidate to fill the City Manager position. An exemplary leader who will inspire a shared vision, encourage creativity, and foster a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented organization by setting clear direction, goals, and expectations is sought.
The City Council and City staff are dedicated to providing quality services and enhancing the lifestyle that makes Sausalito such a desirable community. The new City Manager will continue this focus on providing top notch services to the community in the midst of significant transition due primarily to ongoing impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. This presents a great opportunity for new, innovative approaches in providing city services and necessitates a greater focus on organizational efficiencies in the delivery of those services. Among key priorities moving forward, the City’s General Plan update anticipated for approval in early 2021, will need implementation as significant Zoning modifications have been incorporated. There will also be a greater focus on sustainability and environmental considerations at the local level, along with a strong pursuit in addressing social equity, diversity, and inclusion. Success in securing grants and other funding related to these areas will be expected.
Jan 04, 2021
Full Time
The City Council and City staff are dedicated to providing quality services and enhancing the lifestyle that makes Sausalito such a desirable community. The new City Manager will continue this focus on providing top notch services to the community in the midst of significant transition due primarily to ongoing impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. This presents a great opportunity for new, innovative approaches in providing city services and necessitates a greater focus on organizational efficiencies in the delivery of those services. Among key priorities moving forward, the City’s General Plan update anticipated for approval in early 2021, will need implementation as significant Zoning modifications have been incorporated. There will also be a greater focus on sustainability and environmental considerations at the local level, along with a strong pursuit in addressing social equity, diversity, and inclusion. Success in securing grants and other funding related to these areas will be expected.
Assistant City Manager
City of Santa Rosa, CA
The City of Santa Rosa is the seat of Sonoma County and the center of trade, government, commerce, and medical facilities for the North Bay. With approximately 181,000 residents, Santa Rosa is the fifth largest city in the San Francisco Bay area.
Reporting to the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager will oversee 135 FTE’s within the City’s Community Development and Engagement portfolio of departments, which include Building, Development Services/ Engineering, Economic Development, Planning, Housing, Homelessness, Community Engagement, Violence Prevention, and Recreation. As an integral member of the Executive Management Team, the Assistant City Manager will partner with and support the City Manager on key initiatives, including internal control and coordination of City services, and will forge and foster cooperative working relationships with civic groups, governmental agencies, city staff, City Council, and other stakeholders.
The ideal candidate for this position enjoys the challenges and rewards of a fast-paced work environment and seeks a variety of current and future projects that will hone and broaden their strong leadership skillset. We are seeking a forward thinking, innovative change agent able to inspire others to achieve similar excellence in public service.
The City offers an attractive and competitive salary range of $178,643 - $222,204 DOQE and an outstanding benefit package.
Please submit your cover letter and resume (including month/year of employment) via our website:
Peckham & McKenney
www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Feel free to contact Bobbi Peckham toll-free at (866) 912-1919 if you have any questions regarding this position or recruitment process. Resumes will be acknowledged with 2 business days.
Filing Deadline: February 1, 2021
Dec 30, 2020
Full Time
Assistant City Manager
City of Santa Rosa, CA
The City of Santa Rosa is the seat of Sonoma County and the center of trade, government, commerce, and medical facilities for the North Bay. With approximately 181,000 residents, Santa Rosa is the fifth largest city in the San Francisco Bay area.
Reporting to the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager will oversee 135 FTE’s within the City’s Community Development and Engagement portfolio of departments, which include Building, Development Services/ Engineering, Economic Development, Planning, Housing, Homelessness, Community Engagement, Violence Prevention, and Recreation. As an integral member of the Executive Management Team, the Assistant City Manager will partner with and support the City Manager on key initiatives, including internal control and coordination of City services, and will forge and foster cooperative working relationships with civic groups, governmental agencies, city staff, City Council, and other stakeholders.
The ideal candidate for this position enjoys the challenges and rewards of a fast-paced work environment and seeks a variety of current and future projects that will hone and broaden their strong leadership skillset. We are seeking a forward thinking, innovative change agent able to inspire others to achieve similar excellence in public service.
The City offers an attractive and competitive salary range of $178,643 - $222,204 DOQE and an outstanding benefit package.
Please submit your cover letter and resume (including month/year of employment) via our website:
Peckham & McKenney
www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Feel free to contact Bobbi Peckham toll-free at (866) 912-1919 if you have any questions regarding this position or recruitment process. Resumes will be acknowledged with 2 business days.
Filing Deadline: February 1, 2021
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate should be able to effectively communicate with the City Council, the public and all levels of the organization; excellent oral, written, presentation and listening skills will be essential. This person needs to be an innovative leader with the ability to solve problems, think strategically, identify alternative courses of action, and provide recommendations. The ideal candidate should be thoughtful, effective, and responsive. Analytical skills and the ability to effectively use data to make decisions and relay information are essential, including the ability to communicate complex data in understandable terms.
The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong relationships with the City Council and across the organization. This person should be able to create a positive atmosphere for employees in the organization and must adhere to the highest ethical and moral standards, display transparency, and commit to PHXRespect.
This is a non-classified position and not covered under the civil service rules. This recruitment may be used to fill more than one vacancy
Jan 06, 2021
Full Time
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate should be able to effectively communicate with the City Council, the public and all levels of the organization; excellent oral, written, presentation and listening skills will be essential. This person needs to be an innovative leader with the ability to solve problems, think strategically, identify alternative courses of action, and provide recommendations. The ideal candidate should be thoughtful, effective, and responsive. Analytical skills and the ability to effectively use data to make decisions and relay information are essential, including the ability to communicate complex data in understandable terms.
The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build strong relationships with the City Council and across the organization. This person should be able to create a positive atmosphere for employees in the organization and must adhere to the highest ethical and moral standards, display transparency, and commit to PHXRespect.
This is a non-classified position and not covered under the civil service rules. This recruitment may be used to fill more than one vacancy
Plans, directs and oversees City operations, programs and services and ensures systems are in place to evaluate and promote quality, cost-effectiveness and responsiveness to the needs of the City
Develops and issues administrative rules, policies, and guidelines to ensure proper functioning of all departments and superior provision of City services
Advises and directs department heads in the vision/goals/policy direction of Council
Supervises all City staff directly or through supervisors; Acts as final authority on all personnel actions
Drafts or oversees preparation of City ordinances, resolutions and policies for Council approval and executes official papers and documents on behalf of the City
Oversees preparation of the Council agenda and prepares or approves packet material
Attends and participates in all Council meetings and other meetings as needed
Provides information, guidance, and sound recommendations to Council and ensures the directives of the Council are implemented
Ensures that the laws, ordinances, and resolutions of the Council are enforced
Promotes effective community relations responding to requests/concerns of citizens
Prepares annual budget/keeps Council informed on the City’s financial condition
Represents the City with other governmental agencies
Ensures effective management and utilization of city assets; recommends upgrades
Develops and maintains a positive, productive working environment as the leader of the entire organization
Evaluates potential projects, programs, and services to determine feasibility, community impact and makes recommendations to the Council
Administers appropriations, analyzes bids and proposals and approves or recommends approval of major purchases and contracts
Ensures financial controls are in place and the City maintains an acceptable bond rating
Represents the City in collective bargaining matters; negotiates agreements with the assistance of the HR Director and acts as final authority in all grievances and disputes
Approves press releases and provides information to the media; Addresses the legislature when needed and speaks to community business and civic groups
Reviews department head personnel and pay decisions and/or recommendations and resolves or advises on resolution of employee complaints and hires all staff
Provides or oversees staff assistance to all municipal commissions and boards
Attends Economic Development meetings and provides advice and assistance on economic development initiatives
Dec 16, 2020
Full Time
Plans, directs and oversees City operations, programs and services and ensures systems are in place to evaluate and promote quality, cost-effectiveness and responsiveness to the needs of the City
Develops and issues administrative rules, policies, and guidelines to ensure proper functioning of all departments and superior provision of City services
Advises and directs department heads in the vision/goals/policy direction of Council
Supervises all City staff directly or through supervisors; Acts as final authority on all personnel actions
Drafts or oversees preparation of City ordinances, resolutions and policies for Council approval and executes official papers and documents on behalf of the City
Oversees preparation of the Council agenda and prepares or approves packet material
Attends and participates in all Council meetings and other meetings as needed
Provides information, guidance, and sound recommendations to Council and ensures the directives of the Council are implemented
Ensures that the laws, ordinances, and resolutions of the Council are enforced
Promotes effective community relations responding to requests/concerns of citizens
Prepares annual budget/keeps Council informed on the City’s financial condition
Represents the City with other governmental agencies
Ensures effective management and utilization of city assets; recommends upgrades
Develops and maintains a positive, productive working environment as the leader of the entire organization
Evaluates potential projects, programs, and services to determine feasibility, community impact and makes recommendations to the Council
Administers appropriations, analyzes bids and proposals and approves or recommends approval of major purchases and contracts
Ensures financial controls are in place and the City maintains an acceptable bond rating
Represents the City in collective bargaining matters; negotiates agreements with the assistance of the HR Director and acts as final authority in all grievances and disputes
Approves press releases and provides information to the media; Addresses the legislature when needed and speaks to community business and civic groups
Reviews department head personnel and pay decisions and/or recommendations and resolves or advises on resolution of employee complaints and hires all staff
Provides or oversees staff assistance to all municipal commissions and boards
Attends Economic Development meetings and provides advice and assistance on economic development initiatives
City of Chico, CA
Chico, California, United States
Position Information NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. As such, candidates should ensure that the entered "Work Experience" and "Certifications" sections match the submitted resume. This recruitment is to fill TWO vacancies within the department. This Construction Inspector position focuses on the inspection of civil engineering infrastructure such as roads, bridges, storm drainage and sewer. The ideal candidate will have previous inspection experience and the ability to communicate with contractors and developers regarding necessary improvement standards. Job Description Definition: Under general supervision, to perform numerous types of field survey work; to inspect various portions of public works construction projects; to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering work as assigned; train others in construction inspection techniques; to perform related work as required. Typical Duties: Conduct preliminary surveys in the field for a wide range of public works projects;* Perform stakeouts of construction reference lines and control points for construction projects;* Inspect workmanship and materials used in the construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, street subgrades, asphalt paving, storm and sanitary sewer construction, and public utility installations;* Perform routine field test on materials; Inspect general subdivision construction for compliance with plans, codes and regulations;* Obtain general field information relating to projects, as directed; Assist in laying out and calculating quantities and cost estimates for public works construction projects;* Prepare charts, graphs, maps, plans and other drawings of existing rights-of-way, utilities, easements, property lines and improvements using field and office notes;* Check and update as-built drawings, train other employees in construction inspection techniques;* Perform related assignments as necessary. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base software; pipe locator, pressure gauges, testing equipment, engineering calculator, motor vehicle, phone, mobile or portable radio, and density gauge. Physical Demands: Work is performed mostly in field settings. Considerable outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate testing instruments, computers and various pieces of office and field equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of : Engineering mathematics, including basic trigonometry and geometry; principles and practices of engineering surveying; construction methods and materials; local, State and Federal construction codes and regulations. Ability to : Use field surveying instruments and other engineering equipment relative to construction; read and interpret plans and specifications; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with various construction personnel, as well as persons of diverse backgrounds; understand and carry out technical instructions as they relate to field survey work and construction inspection; maintain logs and reports as required; learn to perform complex engineering drafting work to reduce, interpret and apply field notes in performance of drafting duties; train other employees. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Experience : Four years of responsible experience in public works inspection and surveying. Education : High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by relevant course work in civil engineering, architecture or other related fields. Additional Requirement : Possession of a valid California Driver License. Desired Qualifications: Experience : Experience in engineering drafting highly desirable. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-Wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Position Information NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. As such, candidates should ensure that the entered "Work Experience" and "Certifications" sections match the submitted resume. This recruitment is to fill TWO vacancies within the department. This Construction Inspector position focuses on the inspection of civil engineering infrastructure such as roads, bridges, storm drainage and sewer. The ideal candidate will have previous inspection experience and the ability to communicate with contractors and developers regarding necessary improvement standards. Job Description Definition: Under general supervision, to perform numerous types of field survey work; to inspect various portions of public works construction projects; to perform a variety of paraprofessional drafting, office and field engineering work as assigned; train others in construction inspection techniques; to perform related work as required. Typical Duties: Conduct preliminary surveys in the field for a wide range of public works projects;* Perform stakeouts of construction reference lines and control points for construction projects;* Inspect workmanship and materials used in the construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, street subgrades, asphalt paving, storm and sanitary sewer construction, and public utility installations;* Perform routine field test on materials; Inspect general subdivision construction for compliance with plans, codes and regulations;* Obtain general field information relating to projects, as directed; Assist in laying out and calculating quantities and cost estimates for public works construction projects;* Prepare charts, graphs, maps, plans and other drawings of existing rights-of-way, utilities, easements, property lines and improvements using field and office notes;* Check and update as-built drawings, train other employees in construction inspection techniques;* Perform related assignments as necessary. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base software; pipe locator, pressure gauges, testing equipment, engineering calculator, motor vehicle, phone, mobile or portable radio, and density gauge. Physical Demands: Work is performed mostly in field settings. Considerable outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate testing instruments, computers and various pieces of office and field equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of : Engineering mathematics, including basic trigonometry and geometry; principles and practices of engineering surveying; construction methods and materials; local, State and Federal construction codes and regulations. Ability to : Use field surveying instruments and other engineering equipment relative to construction; read and interpret plans and specifications; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with various construction personnel, as well as persons of diverse backgrounds; understand and carry out technical instructions as they relate to field survey work and construction inspection; maintain logs and reports as required; learn to perform complex engineering drafting work to reduce, interpret and apply field notes in performance of drafting duties; train other employees. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Experience : Four years of responsible experience in public works inspection and surveying. Education : High school graduation or equivalent supplemented by relevant course work in civil engineering, architecture or other related fields. Additional Requirement : Possession of a valid California Driver License. Desired Qualifications: Experience : Experience in engineering drafting highly desirable. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-Wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
City of Chico, CA
Chico, California, United States
Position Information NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. AS SUCH, CANDIDATES SHOULD ENSURE THAT THE ENTERED "WORK EXPERIENCE" AND "CERTIFICATIONS" SECTIONS MATCH THE SUBMITTED RESUME. This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list for the 2021 Law Enforcement Academy. Police Academy Trainees who successfully complete the Butte College Academy will subsequently roll to probationary Police Officer status: Police Officer Job Description - click here to view Police Officer Salary Table - click here to view This recruitment process will include completing a rigorous physical agility process and the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). Candidates will be advised of test dates and times once they have been scheduled. Candidates who hold a current (dated within the last year) T-score of 47, or higher, are encouraged to submit their T-score information along with their application. Valid and current T-scores will exempt candidates from the written examination. Candidates who have successfully completed the City of Chico physical agility or standardized WSTB course within the last six months may be exempted from the required agility course if requested. Please contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7905, for more information on exemptions, if needed. Trainees sponsored by the City of Chico are required to sign a three-year commitment agreement. Job Description Definition: Under supervision, to receive Police Officer basic academy training in a wide variety of law enforcement assignments; to perform non-sworn duties as required in a training, Police Department, or field setting; to perform other academy related work as required. Typical Duties: Receive training in providing general law enforcement and public service duties;* Participate in academic tasks and testing activities;* Participate in review and observation activities conducted at the academy or in the field;* Participate in physical training and testing activities;* May perform non-sworn office or field based work as needed in the Police Department or in the field;* Perform related duties as assigned. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Police car, police radio, radar gun, baton, handcuffs, Intoxilyzer, cellular phone and/or pager, first aid equipment, handgun, Taser and other weapons as required, and computer related equipment in the field and office environment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operate controls, objects, and/or tools listed above, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and with explosives, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of : Basic understanding of police responsibilities and activities. Ability to : Remember and recall facts and details; read, interpret and understand complex technical documents in English such as laws, ordinances, court decisions, general and special orders, training bulletins and texts; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate and interact effectively with a variety of people of various educational, socioeconomic and language backgrounds; perform physical tasks and training similar to the physical tasks performed by City of Chico Police Officers in the pursuit, capture and handling of those arrested, detained or assisted; work cooperatively with others. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Experience : None. Education : High school graduation or equivalent. Additional Requirements : Possession of a valid California Driver License; possess vision, hearing, strength and agility at a level necessary to perform the duties of a Police Officer. Additional State of California Requirements : Pursuant to section 1031.5 of the California Government Code: Any person employed by a governmental agency as a peace officer or a peace officer trainee must be a citizen of the United States; or be a permanent resident alien and have applied for citizenship. A person who has not obtained citizenship within three years after application for employment due to non-cooperation with the government agency processing the citizenship application, or a person who has been denied citizenship, is disqualified from being or becoming a police officer. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-Wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Position Information NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. AS SUCH, CANDIDATES SHOULD ENSURE THAT THE ENTERED "WORK EXPERIENCE" AND "CERTIFICATIONS" SECTIONS MATCH THE SUBMITTED RESUME. This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list for the 2021 Law Enforcement Academy. Police Academy Trainees who successfully complete the Butte College Academy will subsequently roll to probationary Police Officer status: Police Officer Job Description - click here to view Police Officer Salary Table - click here to view This recruitment process will include completing a rigorous physical agility process and the P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). Candidates will be advised of test dates and times once they have been scheduled. Candidates who hold a current (dated within the last year) T-score of 47, or higher, are encouraged to submit their T-score information along with their application. Valid and current T-scores will exempt candidates from the written examination. Candidates who have successfully completed the City of Chico physical agility or standardized WSTB course within the last six months may be exempted from the required agility course if requested. Please contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7905, for more information on exemptions, if needed. Trainees sponsored by the City of Chico are required to sign a three-year commitment agreement. Job Description Definition: Under supervision, to receive Police Officer basic academy training in a wide variety of law enforcement assignments; to perform non-sworn duties as required in a training, Police Department, or field setting; to perform other academy related work as required. Typical Duties: Receive training in providing general law enforcement and public service duties;* Participate in academic tasks and testing activities;* Participate in review and observation activities conducted at the academy or in the field;* Participate in physical training and testing activities;* May perform non-sworn office or field based work as needed in the Police Department or in the field;* Perform related duties as assigned. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Police car, police radio, radar gun, baton, handcuffs, Intoxilyzer, cellular phone and/or pager, first aid equipment, handgun, Taser and other weapons as required, and computer related equipment in the field and office environment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operate controls, objects, and/or tools listed above, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and taste and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and with explosives, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of : Basic understanding of police responsibilities and activities. Ability to : Remember and recall facts and details; read, interpret and understand complex technical documents in English such as laws, ordinances, court decisions, general and special orders, training bulletins and texts; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate and interact effectively with a variety of people of various educational, socioeconomic and language backgrounds; perform physical tasks and training similar to the physical tasks performed by City of Chico Police Officers in the pursuit, capture and handling of those arrested, detained or assisted; work cooperatively with others. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Experience : None. Education : High school graduation or equivalent. Additional Requirements : Possession of a valid California Driver License; possess vision, hearing, strength and agility at a level necessary to perform the duties of a Police Officer. Additional State of California Requirements : Pursuant to section 1031.5 of the California Government Code: Any person employed by a governmental agency as a peace officer or a peace officer trainee must be a citizen of the United States; or be a permanent resident alien and have applied for citizenship. A person who has not obtained citizenship within three years after application for employment due to non-cooperation with the government agency processing the citizenship application, or a person who has been denied citizenship, is disqualified from being or becoming a police officer. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-Wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
City of Chico, CA
Chico, California, United States
Position Information $10,000 signing bonus for Lateral hires! For more information, please review the applicable union Side Letter at: https://chico.ca.us/sites/main/files/file-attachments/la_cpoa_signingbonus2020.pdf?1605912671 NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. AS SUCH, CANDIDATES SHOULD ENSURE THAT THE ENTERED "WORK EXPERIENCE" AND "CERTIFICATIONS" SECTIONS MATCH THE SUBMITTED RESUME. This recruitment is to fill current department vacancies. A complete application for this position requires: Completed NeoGov application, Resume attached, POST Basic Certification or higher (State of CA DOJ Basic (or higher) Certification which complies with the provisions set forth in Title 11, Division 2, of the California Code of Regulations. POST accredited police academy graduate certifications labeled "Basic" or "Basic Academy", etc. are NOT equivalent to the State of CA Basic Certificate as listed above.) Written exam assessments are waived for Lateral candidates; however, this recruitment will include completing a rigorous physical agility process. Candidates who have successfully completed the City of Chico physical agility or standardized WSTB course within the last six months may be exempted from the required agility course. Please contact Human Resources for more information on exemptions, if needed. This is a continuous recruitment, until further notice. Job Description Definition: Under supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; to perform related work as required. Typical Duties: Patrol City in radio car, on bicycle, horseback, motorcycle or on foot; answer calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws*; May conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death and other criminal incidents; make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects*; Gather and preserve evidence*; Testify and present evidence in court*; Administer first aid*; Contract and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders*; Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed*; Serve warrants and subpoenas*; While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices; Issue citations and make arrests as necessary; check buildings for physical security*; Attend and police special events and other emergency or congested situations*; Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public*; Perform related duties as assigned. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Police car, police radio, radar gun, baton, handcuffs, Intoxilyzer, cellular phone and/or pager, first aid equipment, handgun, Taser and other weapons as required, and computer related equipment in the field and office environment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, and/or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to : Physically pursue and capture wanted persons; observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places; use and care of firearms; think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately; learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; learn and use standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; understand and carry out oral and written directions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Education : High school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy certification. ADDITIONAL STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIREMENTS (• 1031.5 GOVT CODE) Be at least 18 years of age. Be a citizen of the United States; or be a permanent resident alien and have applied for citizenship. A person who has not obtained citizenship within three years after application for employment due to non-cooperation with the government agency processing the citizenship application, or a person who has been denied citizenship, is disqualified from being or becoming a police officer. Additional Requirements : Possession of a valid California Driver License. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
Dec 21, 2020
Full Time
Position Information $10,000 signing bonus for Lateral hires! For more information, please review the applicable union Side Letter at: https://chico.ca.us/sites/main/files/file-attachments/la_cpoa_signingbonus2020.pdf?1605912671 NOTICE: The City of Chico is committed to inclusion and a diverse workforce and has made candidate applications anonymous to reduce implicit bias in the hiring process. Candidate names, addresses, and other Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are auto-redacted on applications sent to the department. Due to this redaction, resumes, certificates, or any other attachment with PII will not be forwarded until after an interview schedule is determined. AS SUCH, CANDIDATES SHOULD ENSURE THAT THE ENTERED "WORK EXPERIENCE" AND "CERTIFICATIONS" SECTIONS MATCH THE SUBMITTED RESUME. This recruitment is to fill current department vacancies. A complete application for this position requires: Completed NeoGov application, Resume attached, POST Basic Certification or higher (State of CA DOJ Basic (or higher) Certification which complies with the provisions set forth in Title 11, Division 2, of the California Code of Regulations. POST accredited police academy graduate certifications labeled "Basic" or "Basic Academy", etc. are NOT equivalent to the State of CA Basic Certificate as listed above.) Written exam assessments are waived for Lateral candidates; however, this recruitment will include completing a rigorous physical agility process. Candidates who have successfully completed the City of Chico physical agility or standardized WSTB course within the last six months may be exempted from the required agility course. Please contact Human Resources for more information on exemptions, if needed. This is a continuous recruitment, until further notice. Job Description Definition: Under supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; to perform related work as required. Typical Duties: Patrol City in radio car, on bicycle, horseback, motorcycle or on foot; answer calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws*; May conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death and other criminal incidents; make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects*; Gather and preserve evidence*; Testify and present evidence in court*; Administer first aid*; Contract and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders*; Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed*; Serve warrants and subpoenas*; While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices; Issue citations and make arrests as necessary; check buildings for physical security*; Attend and police special events and other emergency or congested situations*; Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public*; Perform related duties as assigned. *Essential Function Duties recorded above are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class; such assignments shall fall under the category of "other duties, as assigned." Tools and Equipment Used: Police car, police radio, radar gun, baton, handcuffs, Intoxilyzer, cellular phone and/or pager, first aid equipment, handgun, Taser and other weapons as required, and computer related equipment in the field and office environment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, and/or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to : Physically pursue and capture wanted persons; observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places; use and care of firearms; think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately; learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; learn and use standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; understand and carry out oral and written directions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Education : High school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy certification. ADDITIONAL STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIREMENTS (• 1031.5 GOVT CODE) Be at least 18 years of age. Be a citizen of the United States; or be a permanent resident alien and have applied for citizenship. A person who has not obtained citizenship within three years after application for employment due to non-cooperation with the government agency processing the citizenship application, or a person who has been denied citizenship, is disqualified from being or becoming a police officer. Additional Requirements : Possession of a valid California Driver License. Equivalency may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan. Additional Information The City of Chico is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community. APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE, THROUGH THE NEOGOV SYSTEM. If this is the first time you are applying using the online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can build your application which can be saved and used to apply for other City of Chico employment opportunities. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the City of Chico Human Resources Office. Degree, Licenses, Certifications and/or Equivalencies: Candidates must include copies of items listed as a minimum qualification; failure to provide required certificates by the close of the recruitment will result in candidate disqualification. If this position requires a typing certificate: typing certificates must have been issued within one year and the net speed must match the minimum requirement listed in the job description. For standardization, net speed will be calculated by subtracting the number of errors from the gross WPM. Internet generated typing certifications are not accepted. Equivalency for experience and/or education listed within a job description may be established pursuant to the City-wide Classification Plan and through coordination with Human Resources. Candidates seeking an equivalency must contact Human Resources, at (530) 879-7900, for instructions on submitting an equivalency request. Being minimally qualified for a position does not guarantee a candidate progression through the full recruitment process. Travel and Recruitment Related Expenses: The City of Chico does not reimburse applicants for any travel or expenses in connection with applying for employment, unless authorized by the City Manager. Pre-Employment Processing: Applicants may be required to pass fingerprinting and a medical examination as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam, psychological exam, and a drug and alcohol screening, depending on the position. E-verify is used to determine candidate eligibility to work in the United States. The City of Chico is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City of Chico will consider individuals with disabilities based on their qualifications to perform the essential functions of the position for which they are applying and will provide reasonable accommodation in the application and/or testing process. If you require accommodation in the application and/or testing process, please notify the Human Resources Office within seven (7) days of the need for accommodation, so appropriate alternative arrangements can be made. If you have any questions, or need additional assistance regarding City of Chico employment opportunities, please contact the Human Resources Department at (530) 879-7900 or jobs@chicoca.gov . Closing Date/Time:
Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 1 of 4 Director of the Office of Management & Budget Management / Supervisory 1050 Physical Type # 1 Assistant City Manager City Manager's Office / Office of Management & Budget 144 Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under supervision of the City Manager's Office, plays of lead role in development of a High performing City government by directing preparation of the City's operational and capital improvement budgets and the monitoring and reporting of each; development, monitoring and reporting on strategic incentives; performs organizational analysis and process improvement tasks as assigned; supervises the Budget Manager and related staff in performing these tasks. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Directs the Office of Management & Budget (OMB) in development of the annual operating and capital budgets including: preparation of a budget calendar, developing policies and procedures for departments to follow in preparing budget request, reviewing departmental submittals for accuracy, collaborating with departments in development of their budget submittal, performing budget analysis, and making recommendations to the City Manager on the departmental requests as well as other organizational needs. • Prepares financial reports for the City Manager and Council detailing and describing current and projected revenues and expenditures, important trends in financial activity, and the City's overall financial position. • Oversees the City's Fee schedule including review of fees in relation to costs, development of new fees, evaluation of departmental fee requests, and reporting on the financial performance of few revenue collection versus related costs. • Reviews Council actions to ensure availability of funds and compliance with budgets or other financial plans approved by the City Council. • Oversees development and implementation of strategic initiatives on behalf of the City Manager including goals and objectives to accomplish them; prepares periodic status reports on their implementation. • Conducts organizational analysis and process improvement studies to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations. • Coordinates with the Human Resources to develop, implement and main effective position control within the City. • Coordinates with the Finance Department in accomplishment of assigned responsibilities specifically in the areas of financial reporting, TIF financial analysis and reporting, and debt issuances. • Manages OMB staff, develops priorities and assigns tasks and projects; develops staff skills and training plans and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, technical and recordkeeping issues. • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work- related issues and City information. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. • May be required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency. • Driving is an essential function of the job. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City organization, operations, policies and procedures. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 2 of 4 • Types of municipal budgets including but not limited to line-item budgets, program budgets, performance budgets, priority-based budgets, & zero-based budgets. • Preparation & presentation of annual City-wide budget and submission of documents for GFOA annual budget award. • Best Practices in municipal government budgeting. • Best Practices in municipal financial transparency. • Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, procurement, contract and grant management, risk management and employee supervision. • Principles and practices of Organizational Analysis, Design, Structure, and Theory. • Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies, rules and regulatory reporting requirements. • Legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct for municipal finance officers. • State and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing public funds and debt management. • Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures. • Business and personal computers and spreadsheet software applications (Office 365, SharePoint, PowerBi, PowerPivot). • SQL reporting. Skill in: • Working independently to perform a wide variety of accounting system management functions, using knowledge of OMB Department policies and procedures. • Analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives and developing recommendations and strategies. • Presenting and defending complex financial reports and information in public meetings. • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. • Meeting deadlines and strict time frames for processing technical documents and reports. • Maintaining interrelated financial and technical records and identifying and reconciling errors. • Understanding and applying City policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations. • Explaining City policies and procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality. • Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority and coaching to improve staff performance. • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. • Use of Microsoft Power BI for data visualization, dashboard development, & data reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field AND five years of progressively responsible professional financial management experience preferably with Texas municipal entities OR Master's Degree in any of the above fields AND three years of progressively responsible professional financial management experience preferably with Texas municipal entities. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • Training and certification on Public Funds Investment Act, • • 2256.001-.055 is required. • Preference may be given to individuals who: o Are a Certified Government Finance Officer; or o Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from Texas State Board of Public Accountancy • Additional technical certifications and training may be required. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 3 of 4 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The physical activities of this position include: o Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. o Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. o Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. o Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Finger Dexterity - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. o Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. o Feeling - Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. o Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. o Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound. o Repetitive motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. • The physical requirements of this position: o Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. • The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field vision: o The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: o Work is performed primarily in an office setting or well-lit, temperature-controlled working environment; occasional travel from site to site. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 4 of 4 Job Description Acknowledgement I verify that I have received a copy of my job description by the signature below. As an employee of the City of Waco, I understand the duties and responsibilities assigned to me. Furthermore, I understand that the duties listed above are guidelines and will change over time, as necessary. From time to time, I understand that I may be asked to perform duties and handle responsibilities that are not specifically addressed in my job description.
Dec 24, 2020
Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 1 of 4 Director of the Office of Management & Budget Management / Supervisory 1050 Physical Type # 1 Assistant City Manager City Manager's Office / Office of Management & Budget 144 Exempt PRIMARY DUTY: Under supervision of the City Manager's Office, plays of lead role in development of a High performing City government by directing preparation of the City's operational and capital improvement budgets and the monitoring and reporting of each; development, monitoring and reporting on strategic incentives; performs organizational analysis and process improvement tasks as assigned; supervises the Budget Manager and related staff in performing these tasks. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Directs the Office of Management & Budget (OMB) in development of the annual operating and capital budgets including: preparation of a budget calendar, developing policies and procedures for departments to follow in preparing budget request, reviewing departmental submittals for accuracy, collaborating with departments in development of their budget submittal, performing budget analysis, and making recommendations to the City Manager on the departmental requests as well as other organizational needs. • Prepares financial reports for the City Manager and Council detailing and describing current and projected revenues and expenditures, important trends in financial activity, and the City's overall financial position. • Oversees the City's Fee schedule including review of fees in relation to costs, development of new fees, evaluation of departmental fee requests, and reporting on the financial performance of few revenue collection versus related costs. • Reviews Council actions to ensure availability of funds and compliance with budgets or other financial plans approved by the City Council. • Oversees development and implementation of strategic initiatives on behalf of the City Manager including goals and objectives to accomplish them; prepares periodic status reports on their implementation. • Conducts organizational analysis and process improvement studies to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of City operations. • Coordinates with the Human Resources to develop, implement and main effective position control within the City. • Coordinates with the Finance Department in accomplishment of assigned responsibilities specifically in the areas of financial reporting, TIF financial analysis and reporting, and debt issuances. • Manages OMB staff, develops priorities and assigns tasks and projects; develops staff skills and training plans and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve priorities, workload, technical and recordkeeping issues. • Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work- related issues and City information. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. • May be required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency. • Driving is an essential function of the job. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Knowledge: • City organization, operations, policies and procedures. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 2 of 4 • Types of municipal budgets including but not limited to line-item budgets, program budgets, performance budgets, priority-based budgets, & zero-based budgets. • Preparation & presentation of annual City-wide budget and submission of documents for GFOA annual budget award. • Best Practices in municipal government budgeting. • Best Practices in municipal financial transparency. • Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, procurement, contract and grant management, risk management and employee supervision. • Principles and practices of Organizational Analysis, Design, Structure, and Theory. • Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) standards, recommended practices and policies, rules and regulatory reporting requirements. • Legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct for municipal finance officers. • State and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing public funds and debt management. • Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures. • Business and personal computers and spreadsheet software applications (Office 365, SharePoint, PowerBi, PowerPivot). • SQL reporting. Skill in: • Working independently to perform a wide variety of accounting system management functions, using knowledge of OMB Department policies and procedures. • Analyzing issues, evaluating alternatives and developing recommendations and strategies. • Presenting and defending complex financial reports and information in public meetings. • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. • Meeting deadlines and strict time frames for processing technical documents and reports. • Maintaining interrelated financial and technical records and identifying and reconciling errors. • Understanding and applying City policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations. • Explaining City policies and procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality. • Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority and coaching to improve staff performance. • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers. • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. • Use of Microsoft Power BI for data visualization, dashboard development, & data reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field AND five years of progressively responsible professional financial management experience preferably with Texas municipal entities OR Master's Degree in any of the above fields AND three years of progressively responsible professional financial management experience preferably with Texas municipal entities. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION: • Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License. • Training and certification on Public Funds Investment Act, • • 2256.001-.055 is required. • Preference may be given to individuals who: o Are a Certified Government Finance Officer; or o Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from Texas State Board of Public Accountancy • Additional technical certifications and training may be required. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 3 of 4 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The physical activities of this position include: o Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. o Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. o Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. o Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. o Finger Dexterity - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. o Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. o Feeling - Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. o Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. o Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound. o Repetitive motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. • The physical requirements of this position: o Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. • The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field vision: o The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. • The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: o Work is performed primarily in an office setting or well-lit, temperature-controlled working environment; occasional travel from site to site. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship. Director of the Office of Management and Budget City of Waco, TX 4 of 4 Job Description Acknowledgement I verify that I have received a copy of my job description by the signature below. As an employee of the City of Waco, I understand the duties and responsibilities assigned to me. Furthermore, I understand that the duties listed above are guidelines and will change over time, as necessary. From time to time, I understand that I may be asked to perform duties and handle responsibilities that are not specifically addressed in my job description.
City of Westminster, CA
Westminster, California, United States
Description Please click link below to review the job announcement: City of Westminster - Human Resources and Risk Management Director Official Job Announcement DEFINITION Under administrative and general policy direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Human Resources and Risk Management Department, including human resources administration, risk management, safety management and training, property claims management, workers' compensation and employee relations; directs and administers comprehensive human resources programs and activities of the City, which include recruitment and selection, employee benefits administration, job analysis and classification, compensation, labor negotiations, employee training and development, and general human resources administration; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives administrative and general policy direction from the City Manager. The work provides for a wide variety of independent decision-making, within legal and general policy and regulatory guidelines. Exercises general direction and supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of management and supervision. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a Department Director classification that oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the Human Resources Department, including short- and long-term planning and development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the department with those of other departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering City goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Assumes full management responsibility for all Human Resources and Risk Management Department programs, services, and activities, including recruitment and selection, employee benefits administration, job analysis and classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, labor negotiations, employee training and development, and general human resources administration, as well as risk management, occupational safety, worker's compensation, liability insurance. Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within City policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; directs and coordinates the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures. Represents the City as chief negotiator and directs staff in negotiations during meet-and-confer sessions with various employee organizations; develops bargaining strategies; communicates with and suggests direction to the City Manager and City Council during the meet and confer process; administers the provisions of existing employee agreements; represents the City in matters of concern to unions and associations representing City employees. Provides assistance to management, supervisors, and staff in the interpretation of personnel policies and procedures and processing of employee grievances; serves as hearing officer for the second level of the grievance procedure. Oversees the distribution of worker's compensation benefits, settlements, and administration; attends court hearings for the City in matters of worker's compensation and liability property damages; directs accident investigations and field safety inspections with regards to compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), OSHA, and City safety regulations, standards, and policies. Develops, implements, and conducts risk management training and education of staff; ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, regulations, and standards as they are updated or changed. Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; coordinates with legal counsel to determine City needs and requirements for contractual services; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award. Represents the department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces; participates in community events and workshops. Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Oversees and participates in developing, receiving, reviewing, and processing information for a variety of departmental, State mandated, and statistical reports and records, including Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) logs, annual self-insured worker's compensation reports, auto and/or employee accident reports, property damage reports, claims analysis, worker's compensation claims expenses, medical auditing summary, and other related reports. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources and other services as they relate to the area of assignment. Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files. Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required. Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the City Manager; makes presentations to the City Council and a variety of boards and commissions. Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. Serves in the emergency operation center. Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision. Principles and practices of budget administration. Public agency contract administration and City-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs; principles and practices of municipal government administration. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures. Principles, practices, and techniques of human resources in a public agency setting, including recruitment, selection, equal employment opportunity, and employee orientation; job analysis and classification; compensation and benefit analysis and administration; risk management, worker's compensation, and occupational safety; and employee and labor relations, including the interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Technical, legal, financial, and public relations problems associated with the management of human resources programs. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Principles and procedures of technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations. Record keeping principles and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. Ability to: Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned program areas. Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the department and the City. Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility. Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff and train staff in work procedures. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Effectively administer a variety of human resources programs and administrative activities. Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources management, public or business administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of management and/or administrative experience in human resources, employee and labor relations, and risk management administration. A Master's degree in business or public administration or a related field is preferred. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Associate in Risk Management certificate is desirable. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a SHRM or IPMA-HR certification is desirable. Supplemental Information Applicants must submit a fully completed online application and attach a resume of two (2) pages in length or less in PDF format for consideration. Closing Date/Time:
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Description Please click link below to review the job announcement: City of Westminster - Human Resources and Risk Management Director Official Job Announcement DEFINITION Under administrative and general policy direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Human Resources and Risk Management Department, including human resources administration, risk management, safety management and training, property claims management, workers' compensation and employee relations; directs and administers comprehensive human resources programs and activities of the City, which include recruitment and selection, employee benefits administration, job analysis and classification, compensation, labor negotiations, employee training and development, and general human resources administration; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives administrative and general policy direction from the City Manager. The work provides for a wide variety of independent decision-making, within legal and general policy and regulatory guidelines. Exercises general direction and supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of management and supervision. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a Department Director classification that oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the Human Resources Department, including short- and long-term planning and development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the department with those of other departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering City goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Assumes full management responsibility for all Human Resources and Risk Management Department programs, services, and activities, including recruitment and selection, employee benefits administration, job analysis and classification, compensation, employee and labor relations, labor negotiations, employee training and development, and general human resources administration, as well as risk management, occupational safety, worker's compensation, liability insurance. Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within City policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; directs and coordinates the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures. Represents the City as chief negotiator and directs staff in negotiations during meet-and-confer sessions with various employee organizations; develops bargaining strategies; communicates with and suggests direction to the City Manager and City Council during the meet and confer process; administers the provisions of existing employee agreements; represents the City in matters of concern to unions and associations representing City employees. Provides assistance to management, supervisors, and staff in the interpretation of personnel policies and procedures and processing of employee grievances; serves as hearing officer for the second level of the grievance procedure. Oversees the distribution of worker's compensation benefits, settlements, and administration; attends court hearings for the City in matters of worker's compensation and liability property damages; directs accident investigations and field safety inspections with regards to compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), OSHA, and City safety regulations, standards, and policies. Develops, implements, and conducts risk management training and education of staff; ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, regulations, and standards as they are updated or changed. Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; coordinates with legal counsel to determine City needs and requirements for contractual services; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award. Represents the department to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces; participates in community events and workshops. Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Oversees and participates in developing, receiving, reviewing, and processing information for a variety of departmental, State mandated, and statistical reports and records, including Occupational Safety Health Act (OSHA) logs, annual self-insured worker's compensation reports, auto and/or employee accident reports, property damage reports, claims analysis, worker's compensation claims expenses, medical auditing summary, and other related reports. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources and other services as they relate to the area of assignment. Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files. Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect City or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required. Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the City Manager; makes presentations to the City Council and a variety of boards and commissions. Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. Serves in the emergency operation center. Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision. Principles and practices of budget administration. Public agency contract administration and City-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs; principles and practices of municipal government administration. Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures. Principles, practices, and techniques of human resources in a public agency setting, including recruitment, selection, equal employment opportunity, and employee orientation; job analysis and classification; compensation and benefit analysis and administration; risk management, worker's compensation, and occupational safety; and employee and labor relations, including the interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Technical, legal, financial, and public relations problems associated with the management of human resources programs. Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, contract negotiations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures. Principles and procedures of technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations. Record keeping principles and procedures. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. Ability to: Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned program areas. Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the department and the City. Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility. Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff and train staff in work procedures. Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. Effectively administer a variety of human resources programs and administrative activities. Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the City and the department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports. Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems. Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources management, public or business administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of management and/or administrative experience in human resources, employee and labor relations, and risk management administration. A Master's degree in business or public administration or a related field is preferred. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Associate in Risk Management certificate is desirable. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a SHRM or IPMA-HR certification is desirable. Supplemental Information Applicants must submit a fully completed online application and attach a resume of two (2) pages in length or less in PDF format for consideration. Closing Date/Time:
Summary/Class Characteristics The City of Petaluma is currently recruiting for one part time temporary (approximately 20 hours per week or less) Assistant City Attorney. Qualified candidates interested in pursuing this opportunity are encouraged to apply. Summary Under the general direction and supervision of the City Attorney, act as legal advisor to the City Council, City Manager, City department directors and other employees, and members of other City bodies; represents the City in litigation and other legal proceedings, including legal and regulatory matters involving other governmental and/or private parties; and assists in the performance of the duties and functions of the City Attorney in accordance with the City Charter, California State law, the City's Municipal Code, and other applicable law. Class Characteristics General direction and supervision is provided by the City Attorney. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of management, professional, technical, and support services personnel. The Assistant City Attorney is an advanced journey-level class required to perform extremely sensitive and complex legal work and to function with a high degree of independence and accountability. The incumbent is expected to be capable of performing the full range of duties common to the position of Assistant City Attorney and to have, develop and maintain subject matter expertise as needed to fulfill the City's legal requirements and perform tasks assigned to the Assistant City Attorney. The Assistant City Attorney assists in the performance of any and all of the responsibilities of the City Attorney, as assigned, including, when directed and/or authorized, acting on behalf of the City Attorney in the City Attorney's absence. Duties The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands. Duties: The Assistant City Attorney is responsible for performing and supervising the performance of the following types of representative duties, in addition to others that may be prescribed by the City Attorney or required from time to time: Help the City Attorney plan, organize, coordinate, and direct all City legal activities, including those of City Attorney Department employees, outside legal service providers, investigators and experts retained by the City. Act as legal advisor, and render legal opinions and recommendations to the City Council, City Manager, City department directors and other employees, and members of other City bodies, as assigned. On a relief basis as assigned represent the City Attorney on the City's executive team lead by the City Manager and consisting of the Assistant City Manager, all department directors and assigned City managers. Help the City Attorney participate in the development and implementation of City goals, objectives, policies, initiatives and other priorities, and formulate and identify innovative legal solutions and strategies to accomplish City goals objectives, policies and initiatives. Attend City Council meetings and meetings of other City bodies, and represent the City in meetings of other government and private entities, as assigned. As assigned help the City Attorney provide legal advice regarding and prepare and issue statements to members of news media and others concerning City activities, operations and issues. Prepare and/or review and make recommendations on ordinances, resolutions, rules, policies, pleadings, agreements and other legal documents, as assigned. Review and make recommendations on agendas and agenda items of the City Council and other City bodies regarding accomplishment of City objectives and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, as assigned. Prepare and/or review and make recommendations on City agreements and assist in agreement negotiations on behalf of the City and provide and maintain agreement tools as appropriate to assist the City Attorney in supervising the drawing of all City contracts, as assigned. Advise and represent the City in labor and employment related matters including labor negotiations, disciplinary proceedings, and grievances, as assigned. Represent the City in lawsuits and administrative hearings and appear before courts and administrative and other bodies to represent the City's interests, as assigned. Enforce City Charter and Municipal Code violations through prosecution of civil, criminal and administrative cases, seek abatement of public nuisances, recover the cost of City litigation and damage to City property; assist in acquiring and condemning property for public purposes, as assigned. Review and provide legal analysis and advice regarding defense and resolution of claims and lawsuits against the City, as assigned. Review and provide recommendations on bond and financing papers, insurance policies and other documents affecting the City, including recommendations upon the validity and sufficiency of such documents, as assigned. Perform legal research and preparation of analysis, opinions, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents, as assigned. Help the City Attorney coordinate legal activities with other City departments and divisions, and with outside agencies and private parties, as assigned. In case of emergency serve as Emergency Operations Center staff on a relief basis for the City Attorney as assigned and participate in and support emergency operations planning and training activity as assigned. Provide legal training to City legislative body members and staff, as assigned. Track, analyze and make recommendations on new legislative and case law developments affecting City programs, policies, objectives and interests, as assigned. Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information, as assigned. Help the City Attorney prepare and administer the City Attorney Department budget. Represent the City at community events and at professional gatherings, as assigned. Help the City Attorney select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Serve as the City Attorney on a relief basis, as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of : Organization, duties, powers, limitations and authority of City government and a City Attorney. Legal principles and practices, including civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative law and procedure. Statutes, ordinances and regulations affecting City operations. Laws and practices related to redevelopment and community development. Court decisions relating to municipal corporations. Judicial procedure and rules of evidence. Methods of legal research. Established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to municipal activities. Education and Experience : Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Experience: Three years of experience performing duties comparable to those of an assistant city attorney in the office of a city attorney, county counsel, special district counsel, or private law firm providing legal services to local government clients. Certifications/Licenses : Membership in the State Bar of California and admittance to practice before all State and Northern Federal Districts Courts in California is required. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license. Special Note : This classification is exempt from civil service as specified in the City Municipal Code and serves at the will of the City Manager on the recommendation and advice of the City Attorney. Physical Demands and Working Environment Employee is regularly required to sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk to observe department activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend meetings. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze legal principles; observe performance and evaluate staff; explain and interpret legal requirements, policies and procedures; interact with the City Council, City management and the public. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Dec 21, 2020
Part Time
Summary/Class Characteristics The City of Petaluma is currently recruiting for one part time temporary (approximately 20 hours per week or less) Assistant City Attorney. Qualified candidates interested in pursuing this opportunity are encouraged to apply. Summary Under the general direction and supervision of the City Attorney, act as legal advisor to the City Council, City Manager, City department directors and other employees, and members of other City bodies; represents the City in litigation and other legal proceedings, including legal and regulatory matters involving other governmental and/or private parties; and assists in the performance of the duties and functions of the City Attorney in accordance with the City Charter, California State law, the City's Municipal Code, and other applicable law. Class Characteristics General direction and supervision is provided by the City Attorney. Responsibilities include the direct and indirect supervision of management, professional, technical, and support services personnel. The Assistant City Attorney is an advanced journey-level class required to perform extremely sensitive and complex legal work and to function with a high degree of independence and accountability. The incumbent is expected to be capable of performing the full range of duties common to the position of Assistant City Attorney and to have, develop and maintain subject matter expertise as needed to fulfill the City's legal requirements and perform tasks assigned to the Assistant City Attorney. The Assistant City Attorney assists in the performance of any and all of the responsibilities of the City Attorney, as assigned, including, when directed and/or authorized, acting on behalf of the City Attorney in the City Attorney's absence. Duties The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands. Duties: The Assistant City Attorney is responsible for performing and supervising the performance of the following types of representative duties, in addition to others that may be prescribed by the City Attorney or required from time to time: Help the City Attorney plan, organize, coordinate, and direct all City legal activities, including those of City Attorney Department employees, outside legal service providers, investigators and experts retained by the City. Act as legal advisor, and render legal opinions and recommendations to the City Council, City Manager, City department directors and other employees, and members of other City bodies, as assigned. On a relief basis as assigned represent the City Attorney on the City's executive team lead by the City Manager and consisting of the Assistant City Manager, all department directors and assigned City managers. Help the City Attorney participate in the development and implementation of City goals, objectives, policies, initiatives and other priorities, and formulate and identify innovative legal solutions and strategies to accomplish City goals objectives, policies and initiatives. Attend City Council meetings and meetings of other City bodies, and represent the City in meetings of other government and private entities, as assigned. As assigned help the City Attorney provide legal advice regarding and prepare and issue statements to members of news media and others concerning City activities, operations and issues. Prepare and/or review and make recommendations on ordinances, resolutions, rules, policies, pleadings, agreements and other legal documents, as assigned. Review and make recommendations on agendas and agenda items of the City Council and other City bodies regarding accomplishment of City objectives and compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, as assigned. Prepare and/or review and make recommendations on City agreements and assist in agreement negotiations on behalf of the City and provide and maintain agreement tools as appropriate to assist the City Attorney in supervising the drawing of all City contracts, as assigned. Advise and represent the City in labor and employment related matters including labor negotiations, disciplinary proceedings, and grievances, as assigned. Represent the City in lawsuits and administrative hearings and appear before courts and administrative and other bodies to represent the City's interests, as assigned. Enforce City Charter and Municipal Code violations through prosecution of civil, criminal and administrative cases, seek abatement of public nuisances, recover the cost of City litigation and damage to City property; assist in acquiring and condemning property for public purposes, as assigned. Review and provide legal analysis and advice regarding defense and resolution of claims and lawsuits against the City, as assigned. Review and provide recommendations on bond and financing papers, insurance policies and other documents affecting the City, including recommendations upon the validity and sufficiency of such documents, as assigned. Perform legal research and preparation of analysis, opinions, pleadings, correspondence and other legal documents, as assigned. Help the City Attorney coordinate legal activities with other City departments and divisions, and with outside agencies and private parties, as assigned. In case of emergency serve as Emergency Operations Center staff on a relief basis for the City Attorney as assigned and participate in and support emergency operations planning and training activity as assigned. Provide legal training to City legislative body members and staff, as assigned. Track, analyze and make recommendations on new legislative and case law developments affecting City programs, policies, objectives and interests, as assigned. Respond to citizen complaints and requests for information, as assigned. Help the City Attorney prepare and administer the City Attorney Department budget. Represent the City at community events and at professional gatherings, as assigned. Help the City Attorney select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Serve as the City Attorney on a relief basis, as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of : Organization, duties, powers, limitations and authority of City government and a City Attorney. Legal principles and practices, including civil, criminal, constitutional and administrative law and procedure. Statutes, ordinances and regulations affecting City operations. Laws and practices related to redevelopment and community development. Court decisions relating to municipal corporations. Judicial procedure and rules of evidence. Methods of legal research. Established precedents and sources of legal reference applicable to municipal activities. Education and Experience : Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Equivalent to a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Experience: Three years of experience performing duties comparable to those of an assistant city attorney in the office of a city attorney, county counsel, special district counsel, or private law firm providing legal services to local government clients. Certifications/Licenses : Membership in the State Bar of California and admittance to practice before all State and Northern Federal Districts Courts in California is required. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license. Special Note : This classification is exempt from civil service as specified in the City Municipal Code and serves at the will of the City Manager on the recommendation and advice of the City Attorney. Physical Demands and Working Environment Employee is regularly required to sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk to observe department activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend meetings. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze legal principles; observe performance and evaluate staff; explain and interpret legal requirements, policies and procedures; interact with the City Council, City management and the public. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS
North Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
JOB SUMMARY: Plans, manages, directs, supervises, oversees, and implements all staff, services, operations, and programs of the Human Resources Department, including, but not limited to: recruitment and selection, employment process, employee benefits, classification, compensation, insurance, safety, labor relations, employee records, affirmative action, diversity, discrimination training and investigations, worker's compensation and employee training. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following) Plans long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure and overall direction for the department. Monitors, reviews and communicates the implementation phases of the department's strategic plans to ensure that long-range goals and objectives are met. Plans and implements short-term or annual goals, objectives and strategies for the department to ensure efficient organization and completion of work. Plans, allocates and monitors time, people, equipment and other resources for the department to ensure efficient organization and completion of work. Reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems. Acts as a formal supervisor, exercising direct supervision, including monitoring and formally evaluating employee performance, employee selection, coaching and discipline. Creates, updates, and implements City employment policies, under the direction and supervision of the City Manager. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; approves the forecast of funds for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approves expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as necessary. Negotiates and administers City labor agreements; conducts wage and benefit comparisons; develops strategy; provides information as may be required. Researches, responds, and tracks grievances, conducts grievance hearings; participates in arbitration. Develops, communicates and monitors policies, procedures and standards for the department and the City; recommends improvements when necessary. Conducts staff meetings to review progress, accomplishments, budgets, strategies and plans for the department. Ensures that the City operates under a fair personnel system by overseeing the activities of recruitment, examination and selection. Manages all aspects of the City's employee benefit programs; assures that the programs remain cost-effective while meeting the needs of the employee population and City management. Manages all aspects of the City's classification and compensation system; administers the City's merit increase programs, keep statistics, recommend changes and estimates costs. Establishes and monitors personnel and staff policies and procedures. Develops and recommends operating budget for the department annually; monitors and administers approved budget; supervises the development of the City-wide personnel services budget. Represents the City at various functions, such as making speeches at civic and business associations, meeting with influential persons within the community, developers, officials, citizens and representatives of the press, to establish goodwill and resolve/respond to issues. Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications. Monitors current, newly adopted and proposed legislation; suggests changes in legislation; lobbies for legislation and represents the City as an expert witness as requested. Acts as City's ADA Compliance Director and Secretary to the Civil Service Board. Acts as P.E.R.S. and Nevada Equal Rights Commission liaison. Directs and oversees diversity operations, including, but not limited to, discrimination training and investigations. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive employee inquiries and complaints. Provides highly responsible and complex administrative support regarding personnel related issues to the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and coordinates duties with other City departments, elected and appointed officials, boards and commissions, employees, unions, outside agencies, and the public Safeguards and protects confidential information. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Training and Experience: Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in human resources, industrial relations, public administration, business administration, personnel management, or closely related field and extensive professional knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources and facilities administration and operations. Ten years of progressively complex and responsible human resources administration experience at the managerial level. Three years' experience at the Director level preferred. Previous related public sector experience preferred. Graduate degree and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred. Note: An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver's license within required time-frame. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: A very high level of analytical skills necessary in order to develop and implement department mission, goals and procedures; determine needs for capital expenditures, personnel and operating budgets; and prepare special reports or analyses for jurisdiction or outside agencies. An advanced level of interpersonal skills necessary in order to provide effective leadership to subordinate personnel as well as to develop cooperative working relationships with employees, senior management, elected officials, unions, and vendors supplying goods or services to the jurisdiction. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Knowledge of labor contracts, principles, and laws as applied to public entities. Researching, compiling and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials. Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up assignments with a minimum of direction. Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and persuasively communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols. Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff. Selecting and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Significant ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail in reviewing, preparing and presenting budgets, reading and writing reports or representing department at in-house or outside public meetings. Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to interpret, apply, explain, and enforce collective bargaining agreements. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions with abstract and/or concrete variables. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additional Information People Group: Department Directors Compensation Grade: DD-55 Minimum Salary: 105873.64 Maximum Salary: 163573.91 Pay Basis: YEARLY
Dec 21, 2020
JOB SUMMARY: Plans, manages, directs, supervises, oversees, and implements all staff, services, operations, and programs of the Human Resources Department, including, but not limited to: recruitment and selection, employment process, employee benefits, classification, compensation, insurance, safety, labor relations, employee records, affirmative action, diversity, discrimination training and investigations, worker's compensation and employee training. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following) Plans long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure and overall direction for the department. Monitors, reviews and communicates the implementation phases of the department's strategic plans to ensure that long-range goals and objectives are met. Plans and implements short-term or annual goals, objectives and strategies for the department to ensure efficient organization and completion of work. Plans, allocates and monitors time, people, equipment and other resources for the department to ensure efficient organization and completion of work. Reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems. Acts as a formal supervisor, exercising direct supervision, including monitoring and formally evaluating employee performance, employee selection, coaching and discipline. Creates, updates, and implements City employment policies, under the direction and supervision of the City Manager. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; approves the forecast of funds for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approves expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as necessary. Negotiates and administers City labor agreements; conducts wage and benefit comparisons; develops strategy; provides information as may be required. Researches, responds, and tracks grievances, conducts grievance hearings; participates in arbitration. Develops, communicates and monitors policies, procedures and standards for the department and the City; recommends improvements when necessary. Conducts staff meetings to review progress, accomplishments, budgets, strategies and plans for the department. Ensures that the City operates under a fair personnel system by overseeing the activities of recruitment, examination and selection. Manages all aspects of the City's employee benefit programs; assures that the programs remain cost-effective while meeting the needs of the employee population and City management. Manages all aspects of the City's classification and compensation system; administers the City's merit increase programs, keep statistics, recommend changes and estimates costs. Establishes and monitors personnel and staff policies and procedures. Develops and recommends operating budget for the department annually; monitors and administers approved budget; supervises the development of the City-wide personnel services budget. Represents the City at various functions, such as making speeches at civic and business associations, meeting with influential persons within the community, developers, officials, citizens and representatives of the press, to establish goodwill and resolve/respond to issues. Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, skills and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications. Monitors current, newly adopted and proposed legislation; suggests changes in legislation; lobbies for legislation and represents the City as an expert witness as requested. Acts as City's ADA Compliance Director and Secretary to the Civil Service Board. Acts as P.E.R.S. and Nevada Equal Rights Commission liaison. Directs and oversees diversity operations, including, but not limited to, discrimination training and investigations. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive employee inquiries and complaints. Provides highly responsible and complex administrative support regarding personnel related issues to the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and coordinates duties with other City departments, elected and appointed officials, boards and commissions, employees, unions, outside agencies, and the public Safeguards and protects confidential information. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Training and Experience: Completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in human resources, industrial relations, public administration, business administration, personnel management, or closely related field and extensive professional knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources and facilities administration and operations. Ten years of progressively complex and responsible human resources administration experience at the managerial level. Three years' experience at the Director level preferred. Previous related public sector experience preferred. Graduate degree and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred. Note: An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver's license within required time-frame. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: A very high level of analytical skills necessary in order to develop and implement department mission, goals and procedures; determine needs for capital expenditures, personnel and operating budgets; and prepare special reports or analyses for jurisdiction or outside agencies. An advanced level of interpersonal skills necessary in order to provide effective leadership to subordinate personnel as well as to develop cooperative working relationships with employees, senior management, elected officials, unions, and vendors supplying goods or services to the jurisdiction. Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Knowledge of labor contracts, principles, and laws as applied to public entities. Researching, compiling and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials. Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up assignments with a minimum of direction. Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and persuasively communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols. Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff. Selecting and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Significant ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail in reviewing, preparing and presenting budgets, reading and writing reports or representing department at in-house or outside public meetings. Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to interpret, apply, explain, and enforce collective bargaining agreements. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions with abstract and/or concrete variables. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additional Information People Group: Department Directors Compensation Grade: DD-55 Minimum Salary: 105873.64 Maximum Salary: 163573.91 Pay Basis: YEARLY
CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS
North Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
JOB SUMMARY: Scales the reach, reputation, outcomes and engagement of the City; conceptualizes and implements various marketing and media strategies and programs; helps plan, coordinate and implement the City's communications programs, activities and projects; performs complex and sensitive work as a City spokesperson, media liaison and information provider, including in such forms as news releases, news conferences, social media, and print, broadcast and digital platforms and publications; provides expertise in the areas of marketing, public relations and communication strategies to the City Council, City Manager and City departments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following) Develops and implements strategic marketing and media objectives, including constituent engagement, to further the City's mission and goals. Researches, plans and implements marketing and public relations strategies and tactics to better position the City's brand and/or promote City events, programs and services. Identifies target demographics, best timing to run campaigns, and ideal mediums for each effort. Ensures that efforts drive engagement with target audiences; finds opportunities to improve engagement through strong marketing, media and public relations content. Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of the City's marketing, media, communications and engagement efforts; recommends and implements best practices and strategies for improvement; advises on ways to maximize opportunities identified. Performs media services for the City including media relations, public relations, speech writing, advertising and marketing in support of the City Council, City Manager and all City departments. Plans, strategizes and creates written and visual informational materials such as media releases, graphics, flyers, brochures, digital collateral, newsletters, reports, articles and other materials for various audiences; conducts background research to write articles; writes and edits copy; recommends the selection of vendors; establishes timelines, budgets and schedules; coordinates production and distribution of materials. Assists in the facilitation of thorough, accurate coverage; prepares concise, factual briefing papers for distribution to media, department heads, senior staff, Mayor and Council, elected officials, or other appropriate parties. Represents the City at business, civic, industry and governmental meetings; develops and conducts presentations for appearances before community groups. Maintains effective relationships with members of the media and staff of other government entities, such as other cities, the county, the state, the federal government and regional districts. Assists in the coordination, development, implementation and management of a Citywide external and internal communication plan to promote the public's awareness of City services, successes and accomplishments. Assists in managing the City's website and social media platforms by providing regular updates and ideas for posts and campaigns. Implements strategies to grow audience, reach and influence. Organizes and assists with special events and public presentations. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public relations, marketing, communications or a closely related field. AND Minimum of three years of recent professional work experience in public relations, marketing, communications, media or a related field. Equivalency: A combination of education, training and experience that produces the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position. Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written, is preferred . Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver's license within 30 days or per state law. SKILLS: Knowledge of the print, broadcast and digital media landscapes, and experience with key media metrics and measurement. Ability to wear multiple hats to successfully execute tactical planning, strategic execution, and cross-functional relationship management. Develop and maintain effective media, intergovernmental and community relations. Design, execute and manage successful marketing and public relations programs, strategies, campaigns and analyses. Develop, create and edit effective written, educational and informational materials, graphics and other collateral. Supervise and review special projects and the work of others. Market using core social channels such as LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Research, speech writing, and report preparation. Budget preparation and administration. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Additional Information People Group: Appointed Compensation Grade: ACE-20 Minimum Salary: 59469.72 Maximum Salary: 90541.46 Pay Basis: YEARLY
Jan 21, 2021
JOB SUMMARY: Scales the reach, reputation, outcomes and engagement of the City; conceptualizes and implements various marketing and media strategies and programs; helps plan, coordinate and implement the City's communications programs, activities and projects; performs complex and sensitive work as a City spokesperson, media liaison and information provider, including in such forms as news releases, news conferences, social media, and print, broadcast and digital platforms and publications; provides expertise in the areas of marketing, public relations and communication strategies to the City Council, City Manager and City departments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following) Develops and implements strategic marketing and media objectives, including constituent engagement, to further the City's mission and goals. Researches, plans and implements marketing and public relations strategies and tactics to better position the City's brand and/or promote City events, programs and services. Identifies target demographics, best timing to run campaigns, and ideal mediums for each effort. Ensures that efforts drive engagement with target audiences; finds opportunities to improve engagement through strong marketing, media and public relations content. Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of the City's marketing, media, communications and engagement efforts; recommends and implements best practices and strategies for improvement; advises on ways to maximize opportunities identified. Performs media services for the City including media relations, public relations, speech writing, advertising and marketing in support of the City Council, City Manager and all City departments. Plans, strategizes and creates written and visual informational materials such as media releases, graphics, flyers, brochures, digital collateral, newsletters, reports, articles and other materials for various audiences; conducts background research to write articles; writes and edits copy; recommends the selection of vendors; establishes timelines, budgets and schedules; coordinates production and distribution of materials. Assists in the facilitation of thorough, accurate coverage; prepares concise, factual briefing papers for distribution to media, department heads, senior staff, Mayor and Council, elected officials, or other appropriate parties. Represents the City at business, civic, industry and governmental meetings; develops and conducts presentations for appearances before community groups. Maintains effective relationships with members of the media and staff of other government entities, such as other cities, the county, the state, the federal government and regional districts. Assists in the coordination, development, implementation and management of a Citywide external and internal communication plan to promote the public's awareness of City services, successes and accomplishments. Assists in managing the City's website and social media platforms by providing regular updates and ideas for posts and campaigns. Implements strategies to grow audience, reach and influence. Organizes and assists with special events and public presentations. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public relations, marketing, communications or a closely related field. AND Minimum of three years of recent professional work experience in public relations, marketing, communications, media or a related field. Equivalency: A combination of education, training and experience that produces the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position. Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written, is preferred . Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver's license within 30 days or per state law. SKILLS: Knowledge of the print, broadcast and digital media landscapes, and experience with key media metrics and measurement. Ability to wear multiple hats to successfully execute tactical planning, strategic execution, and cross-functional relationship management. Develop and maintain effective media, intergovernmental and community relations. Design, execute and manage successful marketing and public relations programs, strategies, campaigns and analyses. Develop, create and edit effective written, educational and informational materials, graphics and other collateral. Supervise and review special projects and the work of others. Market using core social channels such as LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Research, speech writing, and report preparation. Budget preparation and administration. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Additional Information People Group: Appointed Compensation Grade: ACE-20 Minimum Salary: 59469.72 Maximum Salary: 90541.46 Pay Basis: YEARLY
City of Galveston, TX
Galveston, Texas, United States
Job Description Responsible for the management and operations of key functions within the Accounting Division, including preparation of financial reports, accounting for all City funds, processing of accounts receivable and accounts payable, and other financial matters. Manage and direct the work of the Accounting Division as assigned to complete the presentation of materials for review by the external auditors a well as preparation of financial statements and note disclosures in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Assist the City Controller and Assistant City Manager of Finance with special projects, as requested. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) adopted by GASB, Governmental Finance Officers Association governmental accounting and financial reporting requirements, Internal Revenue Code and City policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications: A degree in accounting or related field with emphasis on accounting and auditing. CPA designation is desirable. Five years’ experience in professional accounting with preference given to governmental accounting and/or auditing experience. Minimum of five years of supervisory experience within a finance management environment. Closing Date/Time: March 31, 2021 at 11:59 PM CST
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Job Description Responsible for the management and operations of key functions within the Accounting Division, including preparation of financial reports, accounting for all City funds, processing of accounts receivable and accounts payable, and other financial matters. Manage and direct the work of the Accounting Division as assigned to complete the presentation of materials for review by the external auditors a well as preparation of financial statements and note disclosures in the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Assist the City Controller and Assistant City Manager of Finance with special projects, as requested. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) adopted by GASB, Governmental Finance Officers Association governmental accounting and financial reporting requirements, Internal Revenue Code and City policies and procedures. Minimum Qualifications: A degree in accounting or related field with emphasis on accounting and auditing. CPA designation is desirable. Five years’ experience in professional accounting with preference given to governmental accounting and/or auditing experience. Minimum of five years of supervisory experience within a finance management environment. Closing Date/Time: March 31, 2021 at 11:59 PM CST
City of Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA, United States
DESCRIPTION The recruitment for the Finance Director/CFO position is now open! The City seeks an experienced and collaborative municipal finance professional with the demonstrated ability to manage a large, complex financial portfolio. This strategic leader will have experience providing responsive support, accurate information, and advice to policymakers in challenging and uncertain financial times. He/she will be an excellent communicator and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working closely with staff, City department heads, and managers developing creative solutions to problem-solving matters. Knowledgeable in best practices, this finance professional will have broad experience streamlining processes and procedures and leading creative budget reduction strategies with a focus on community priorities. A Collegial and Collaborative Leader The individual selected will be an approachable leader known for their collaborative spirit, strong relationships, and being accessible to colleagues. The successful candidate will be joining a team of talented professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment dedicated to service. Serving as a role model, he/she will exhibit the highest ethical standards, impressive technical skills along with the ability to develop strong relationships critical to delivering results. This hands-on, inclusive Director will value diverse opinions and perspectives and welcome staff and community input to ensure the best possible solutions. Under the City Manager's leadership, the City's executive leadership has developed a strong, collegial working relationship among departments that focuses on teamwork in pursuit of City objectives that often require interdepartmental collaboration. The ideal candidate will be comfortable being a team leader or team support as necessary to achieve the City Manager's strategic goals and project objectives. An Open-minded and Talented Problem Solver This strategic, solutions-oriented department head will work collaboratively with other executive team members and policymakers to develop creative approaches needed to address complicated citywide issues. He/she will exhibit a positive, can-do attitude with the ability to support and lead staff handling a large, complex workload. With the implementation of Tyler's Munis® ERP software underway, the Director will be adept at managing change and transforming work processes. This strategic leader will have the technical skills needed to plan, organize and anticipate emerging financial trends and issues and apply creative solutions to streamline processes and ensure the City remains in a solid financial position and is able to provide critical community services. Effective Communicator With extensive interactions with the community, elected and appointed officials, and city staff, the ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator with effective presentation skills and a good sense of humor. This flexible and adaptable leader will be able to communicate complex financial information in an understandable manner tailored to the audience he/she is presenting to. Working with a highly engaged and diverse community, the individual selected will exhibit a calm and confident demeanor and have the demonstrated ability to effectively work with the community including neighborhood groups and community-based organizations. This individual will also have strong written communication skills, reviewing citywide communications with a financial lens and composing important communication documents such as the CAFR and Budget. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Minimum Requirements Ideal candidates will offer at least six years of progressively responsible financial experience supervising professional staff and managing complex financial operations with broad experience involving budgeting, financial analysis, and accounting in a public sector agency. A Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, accounting, or other relevant discipline is required. A Master's degree and/or CPA will be considered favorably. The recruitment closes on Monday, February 15, 2021. Click here to see the complete flyer. Visit the following link to apply: https://www.tbcrecruiting.com/Recruitments/Details/520 Closing Date/Time: 2/15/2021 11:30 PM Pacific
Jan 11, 2021
Full Time
DESCRIPTION The recruitment for the Finance Director/CFO position is now open! The City seeks an experienced and collaborative municipal finance professional with the demonstrated ability to manage a large, complex financial portfolio. This strategic leader will have experience providing responsive support, accurate information, and advice to policymakers in challenging and uncertain financial times. He/she will be an excellent communicator and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working closely with staff, City department heads, and managers developing creative solutions to problem-solving matters. Knowledgeable in best practices, this finance professional will have broad experience streamlining processes and procedures and leading creative budget reduction strategies with a focus on community priorities. A Collegial and Collaborative Leader The individual selected will be an approachable leader known for their collaborative spirit, strong relationships, and being accessible to colleagues. The successful candidate will be joining a team of talented professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment dedicated to service. Serving as a role model, he/she will exhibit the highest ethical standards, impressive technical skills along with the ability to develop strong relationships critical to delivering results. This hands-on, inclusive Director will value diverse opinions and perspectives and welcome staff and community input to ensure the best possible solutions. Under the City Manager's leadership, the City's executive leadership has developed a strong, collegial working relationship among departments that focuses on teamwork in pursuit of City objectives that often require interdepartmental collaboration. The ideal candidate will be comfortable being a team leader or team support as necessary to achieve the City Manager's strategic goals and project objectives. An Open-minded and Talented Problem Solver This strategic, solutions-oriented department head will work collaboratively with other executive team members and policymakers to develop creative approaches needed to address complicated citywide issues. He/she will exhibit a positive, can-do attitude with the ability to support and lead staff handling a large, complex workload. With the implementation of Tyler's Munis® ERP software underway, the Director will be adept at managing change and transforming work processes. This strategic leader will have the technical skills needed to plan, organize and anticipate emerging financial trends and issues and apply creative solutions to streamline processes and ensure the City remains in a solid financial position and is able to provide critical community services. Effective Communicator With extensive interactions with the community, elected and appointed officials, and city staff, the ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator with effective presentation skills and a good sense of humor. This flexible and adaptable leader will be able to communicate complex financial information in an understandable manner tailored to the audience he/she is presenting to. Working with a highly engaged and diverse community, the individual selected will exhibit a calm and confident demeanor and have the demonstrated ability to effectively work with the community including neighborhood groups and community-based organizations. This individual will also have strong written communication skills, reviewing citywide communications with a financial lens and composing important communication documents such as the CAFR and Budget. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Minimum Requirements Ideal candidates will offer at least six years of progressively responsible financial experience supervising professional staff and managing complex financial operations with broad experience involving budgeting, financial analysis, and accounting in a public sector agency. A Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, accounting, or other relevant discipline is required. A Master's degree and/or CPA will be considered favorably. The recruitment closes on Monday, February 15, 2021. Click here to see the complete flyer. Visit the following link to apply: https://www.tbcrecruiting.com/Recruitments/Details/520 Closing Date/Time: 2/15/2021 11:30 PM Pacific