City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm Work Location: In person at 10910 N. Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217. There is opportunity for limited remote telework. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. This is an open until filled recruitment. It will close when the position is filled or on September 30, 2024. Position Summary: Join us as PP&R Urban Forestry’s Street Tree Planting Program Supervisor. This position is funded as part of a historic investment in climate justice by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund . We seek to increase tree canopy and reduce urban heat in communities where trees are needed most : in low-income and low-canopy areas of the city, and in Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities. The Supervisor will lead the Free Street Tree Planting Program team, which manages the planting and establishment of thousands of trees annually in the public right-of-way. This position supervises 8 full-time tree planting specialists and multiple seasonal employees to plan, implement, and evaluate street tree plantings. You will hire, train, coach, and supervise your team to be proactive problem solvers and to implement the best practices of equity, public service, urban forestry, project management, GIS/database management, and contract management. The Supervisor will work closely with a leadership team to develop multi-year planting plans, manage contracts, ensure that all plantings meet quality standards, manage communication, and conduct outreach. With ambitious goals to triple annual tree planting in the right-of-way in a few years, managing growth and change while maintaining quality will be a primary focus. We are seeking a supervisor who is skilled at mentoring and developing employee and contractor skills, as many team members will be new. The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience leading projects towards equitable outcomes. What you'll get to do: Hire , train, supervise, assign work to, and guide the street tree planting team, including full-time and seasonal staff. Guide right-of-way site surveys to identify planting locations that meet planting standards. Manage contractor street tree planting and establishment, including tree procurement, planting, watering, mulching, staking, and young tree structural pruning. Develop staff, team, and program work plans and project schedules. Ensure that tree planting and establishment meets the highest industry standards in terms of best management practices, safety, and quality. Create and document practices and procedures for right-of-way site surveys, planting and establishment work, inspections, and contractor management. Apply an equity and anti-racism lens to all work to intentionally create equitable outcomes. Manage communication and outreach to diverse stakeholders, including property owners, community members, contractors, and city bureaus. Train and mentor staff on contractor management, including adherence to contract specifications, invoicing, and problem solving. Oversee tree monitoring and use findings for program improvement. Ensure team data and records are well managed using tools such as ArcGIS, TreePlotter, Excel, and Smartsheet. Lead development and expansion of tree planting programs in the right-of-way, with collaboration from staff and stakeholders. Evaluate outcomes and refine our efforts for continuous program improvement and providing quality customer service. Who you are: Equity Focused: You use an equity lens to ensure that projects deliver equitable outcomes. Collaborative Team Member: You help to foster an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace. Detail oriented: An organizer and planner who thrives on details and is uncompromising in consistency, quality, and accuracy. Flexible and Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and thrive in a collaborative and evolving team environment. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years; a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. View the Recording Here Passcode: 2@Ntwk&4 Have a question? Contact Information: TroyLynn Craft Senior Recruiter troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience managing right-of-way tree planting, including tree procurement, contractor management, industry best practices, quality control, establishment, and monitoring. Experience supervising and/or leading an urban forestry team, such as hiring, training, motivating, assigning work, and managing performance. Experience developing and implementing new programs, including creating project scopes, developing work plans, tracking progress, and evaluating outcomes . Experience working to improve equitable outcomes . A pplicants must also possess: Have a valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record . The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between July 1 - September 30, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answers to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: If you apply and are notified you meet minimum qualifications/placed on the eligible list, please do not reapply. Any applications received after being placed on the eligible list will not be reviewed and will be rejected as a duplicate application. If you apply and are notified you do not meet qualifications and the recruitment is still open, you may reapply and update your materials. Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of July 29, 2024, and every 4 weeks thereafter. An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of August 5, 2024, and every 4 weeks thereafter. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Subsequent Eligible Lists will be issued when qualified applicants are identified. Step 4: Selection (Interview): You will be contacted directly by the bureau if you are selected for an interview. Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Step 6: Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 7am-3:30pm Work Location: In person at 10910 N. Denver Ave., Portland, OR 97217. There is opportunity for limited remote telework. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. This is an open until filled recruitment. It will close when the position is filled or on September 30, 2024. Position Summary: Join us as PP&R Urban Forestry’s Street Tree Planting Program Supervisor. This position is funded as part of a historic investment in climate justice by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund . We seek to increase tree canopy and reduce urban heat in communities where trees are needed most : in low-income and low-canopy areas of the city, and in Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities. The Supervisor will lead the Free Street Tree Planting Program team, which manages the planting and establishment of thousands of trees annually in the public right-of-way. This position supervises 8 full-time tree planting specialists and multiple seasonal employees to plan, implement, and evaluate street tree plantings. You will hire, train, coach, and supervise your team to be proactive problem solvers and to implement the best practices of equity, public service, urban forestry, project management, GIS/database management, and contract management. The Supervisor will work closely with a leadership team to develop multi-year planting plans, manage contracts, ensure that all plantings meet quality standards, manage communication, and conduct outreach. With ambitious goals to triple annual tree planting in the right-of-way in a few years, managing growth and change while maintaining quality will be a primary focus. We are seeking a supervisor who is skilled at mentoring and developing employee and contractor skills, as many team members will be new. The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience leading projects towards equitable outcomes. What you'll get to do: Hire , train, supervise, assign work to, and guide the street tree planting team, including full-time and seasonal staff. Guide right-of-way site surveys to identify planting locations that meet planting standards. Manage contractor street tree planting and establishment, including tree procurement, planting, watering, mulching, staking, and young tree structural pruning. Develop staff, team, and program work plans and project schedules. Ensure that tree planting and establishment meets the highest industry standards in terms of best management practices, safety, and quality. Create and document practices and procedures for right-of-way site surveys, planting and establishment work, inspections, and contractor management. Apply an equity and anti-racism lens to all work to intentionally create equitable outcomes. Manage communication and outreach to diverse stakeholders, including property owners, community members, contractors, and city bureaus. Train and mentor staff on contractor management, including adherence to contract specifications, invoicing, and problem solving. Oversee tree monitoring and use findings for program improvement. Ensure team data and records are well managed using tools such as ArcGIS, TreePlotter, Excel, and Smartsheet. Lead development and expansion of tree planting programs in the right-of-way, with collaboration from staff and stakeholders. Evaluate outcomes and refine our efforts for continuous program improvement and providing quality customer service. Who you are: Equity Focused: You use an equity lens to ensure that projects deliver equitable outcomes. Collaborative Team Member: You help to foster an inclusive, respectful, and culturally responsive workplace. Detail oriented: An organizer and planner who thrives on details and is uncompromising in consistency, quality, and accuracy. Flexible and Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and thrive in a collaborative and evolving team environment. About Urban Forestry and Portland’s Forest: Urban Forestry 's mission is to manage and ensure Portland’s urban forest infrastructure for current and future generations. Portland’s urban forest is valued at over $6 billion and comprised of over 1.2 million park trees, 218,000 street trees and 2.9 million private property trees. The Urban Forestry team is responsible for the overall management, stewardship, and improvement of this essential infrastructure system. Urban Forestry’s work includes delivery of sustainable and equitable forest services to all Portlanders; establishing and enacting best management practices, plans, policies, and technical standards for tree care and protection and urban forest expansion; implementing, enforcing, and proposing improvements to the City’s tree regulations; providing tree maintenance services including 24/7 response to tree emergencies on City properties and public streets; tree planting and expansion of urban forest services; measurement and assessment of urban forest coverage, health, and services; offering community education and stewardship programs; and oversight and support of the City’s volunteer advisory tree board. Portland is a Tree City USA for 46 years; a Tree City of the World and the Urban Forestry program is accredited by the Urban and Community Forestry Society (formerly the Society of Municipal Arborists). About the Bureau: Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is committed to the overall Citywide vision that race will have no detrimental effect on people of color, refugee and immigrant communities in accessing our parks and natural areas, or from the benefit of our services. We recognize, understand, and encourage celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to PP&R’s ideals and values. The City of Portland, Oregon is a growing and diverse city of 650,000 residents, nearly 20% of whom speak languages other than English at home. PP&R values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. PP&R encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, PP&R encourages candidates that can fluently speak another language to include that information in their application materials. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet Opportunity Come meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! We'll be talking about the position duties and responsibilities, day to day life in the role, review the announcement, discuss how to apply, and answer questions you may have about the position. View the Recording Here Passcode: 2@Ntwk&4 Have a question? Contact Information: TroyLynn Craft Senior Recruiter troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Experience managing right-of-way tree planting, including tree procurement, contractor management, industry best practices, quality control, establishment, and monitoring. Experience supervising and/or leading an urban forestry team, such as hiring, training, motivating, assigning work, and managing performance. Experience developing and implementing new programs, including creating project scopes, developing work plans, tracking progress, and evaluating outcomes . Experience working to improve equitable outcomes . A pplicants must also possess: Have a valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record . The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between July 1 - September 30, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answers to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: If you apply and are notified you meet minimum qualifications/placed on the eligible list, please do not reapply. Any applications received after being placed on the eligible list will not be reviewed and will be rejected as a duplicate application. If you apply and are notified you do not meet qualifications and the recruitment is still open, you may reapply and update your materials. Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of July 29, 2024, and every 4 weeks thereafter. An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of August 5, 2024, and every 4 weeks thereafter. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Subsequent Eligible Lists will be issued when qualified applicants are identified. Step 4: Selection (Interview): You will be contacted directly by the bureau if you are selected for an interview. Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Step 5: Offer of Employment: Step 6: Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF LOVELAND, COLORADO
Loveland, CO, USA
Applications will only be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Please click here to apply. Please review our City Clerk brochure to learn more about this exceptional opportunity. The City of Loveland, Colorado - a vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty - is seeking a City Clerk to join the City’s Executive Leadership Team. The City seeks a seasoned professional who will exemplify Loveland’s values of accountability, integrity, transparency, and honoring the public trust, collaboration, and innovation. In line with the City of Loveland’s mission of achieving their vision through innovation, dedication, and excellent service delivery, the City Clerk will provide leadership to the City Clerk’s Office. Primary duties include being the Clerk of the City Council for public meetings, issuing licenses, maintaining custody of all public records (including the Municipal Code), and administering public elections. The City Clerk also provides support to the City Council and oversees the recruitment and training of the City’s Boards and Commissions. There is a high degree of accountability to citizens, City Council, and the staff of the City. Collaboration with Larimer County and State of Colorado officials is also necessary to excel in this role. The City Clerk serves as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team, including strategizing long-term goals and policies for the organization. The City Clerk reports directly to the City Manager. Direct reports include two Assistant Clerks and one Deputy Clerk. The Organization The City of Loveland operates under the Council-Manager form of government, with a City Manager overseeing all personnel and the day-to-day operations of the City. The City Council is a nine-member policy-making board that serves as the City’s legislative body, with eight members of Council elected by Wards serving four-year terms. The Council is led by the Mayor, who is elected by the community at large to serve two-year terms. Loveland is a full-service city, providing its residents with Parks and Recreation, Cemetery, Police, Fire through Loveland Fire Authority, Library, Planning, Code Enforcement, Permitting, Power (electric), Municipal Fiber, Water, Wastewater, Economic Development, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Municipal Court, and Cultural Services. The Northern Colorado Regional Airport is located in Loveland along Interstate 25 and is publicly owned and operated through a partnership between the City of Loveland and the City of Fort Collins. The City has a General Fund Budget of $123.6 Million and 904 FTEs. The City Clerk’s Office The mission of the City Clerk Department is to serve the Mayor and City Council, City Manager, administrative departments, and the public in a courteous, timely, and efficient manner while remaining neutral and impartial. The Department works to improve the administration of the affairs of the City Clerk’s Office consistent with applicable laws and through sound management practices to provide easier access to local government and fulfill our responsibility to the residents of Loveland. The City Clerk’s Office maintains the City of Loveland’s official records. The Clerk’s Office is responsible for a number of functions including: City Council meetings and agendas Municipal elections in collaboration with Larimer County and the State of Colorado Liquor Licensing, in connection with the State of Colorado Pawn Broker, Tree Trimmer, Games of Skill, and Mobile Vendor Licenses City of Loveland Municipal Code Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests Coordination with Board/Commission Liaisons along with the City Manager on the operation of 25+ Boards and Commissions City document management, record retrieval, and retention compliance The City Clerk’s Office has a General Fund Budget of $912,623 and five FTEs. The positions include the City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, three Assistant City Clerks and one temporary administrative position. Experience and Education Minimum requirements include three years of experience as a City Clerk or an Assistant/Deputy City Clerk, two years of supervisory/management experience, and municipal government experience. Must possess Certified Municipal Clerk designation or obtain it within six months of hire date. Preferred qualifications include a public administration background, extensive elections experience, and an understanding of municipal budgets. In addition, demonstrated experience working with public records, licensing, automated agenda and public meeting management, and boards and commissions is also preferred. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced City Clerk with a passion for public service. The next City Clerk has exemplary communication skills and fosters a commitment to service excellence. As a skilled local government practitioner, this person will be an effective listener and communicator, at ease speaking with varied audiences, building consensus, and achieving strategic objectives. As a leader, they will have unquestionable integrity and demonstrate the highest standards of professional conduct and character. This person demonstrates fairness, consistency, and good humor and handles difficult situations with poise. The ideal candidate will be technologically savvy and able to bring new solutions into the organization to increase efficiency. The individual should enjoy working in a complex organization and being a problem-solving member of the Executive Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who can balance conflicting interests and priorities. They can be responsive to elected officials yet also be decisive and provide clear professional recommendations. The successful candidate will be collaborative and enjoy mentoring staff members and supporting their continued professional development. This person will be approachable, trustworthy, caring, and personally invested in the community. The Community As the heart of northern Colorado, located just over 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. The education and income levels in Loveland are above national averages, with over 35% of residents reporting bachelor’s degrees or higher. The community has received many awards and recognition for its quality of life. Northern Colorado is equal to Denver in its net migration of millennials and boomers to the area. The community is located approximately 60 minutes north of downtown Denver on the I-25 Corridor and 25 minutes south of Fort Collins, two of Colorado’s largest cities. Nicknamed “The Sweetheart City,” Loveland is world-famous for its Valentine Remailing Program. On Valentine’s Day, for the past 73 years, the Loveland Chamber of Commerce and local Post Office have teamed together to re-mail thousands of Valentines from across the globe, each adorned with a unique stamp and poem designed by local artists. Since the 1970s, Loveland has been a mecca for artists. Loveland’s affection for art is evident everywhere. With one percent of its revenue devoted to art throughout the community, you will find sculptures, galleries, and public art. John Villani’s fourth edition of “The 100 Best Art Towns in America” even ranked Loveland in the number two spot. With more than 200 sculptures, three annual art shows, two of North America’s largest foundries, and two sculpture parks, it is easy to understand why Loveland is a destination arts community. Loveland is quickly growing into one of the major retail and financial centers of northern Colorado. Attractions within the community include a retail lifestyle center with more than 70 specialty shops and restaurants, the Budweiser Events Center, and other nearby retail and hotel complexes. Historic downtown Loveland also has an eclectic selection of boutiques, shops, and galleries and can boast about its newest $80 Million development called the Foundry, which added a hotel, first-run boutique movie theatre, and housing. Loveland offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities enjoyable in every season. In Loveland, parks and recreation facilities include dozens of sports fields, an outdoor swimming pool, 27 playgrounds, 35 parks, and more than 5,000 acres of open space and natural areas. Additionally, the community enjoys award-winning golf courses, numerous hiking and biking trails, and twelve different lakes, rivers, and outdoor swimming areas. With an average of 300 days of sunshine annually and low humidity, Loveland experiences pleasant weather year-round. Something is always happening in the community, from concerts, art and sculpture shows, theater productions, and professional hockey games to community celebrations. Loveland is served by the Thompson School District, a leader in Colorado for K-12 education. There are many higher education institutions near Loveland, including the University of Colorado Boulder, the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado State University in Fort Collins, and several community colleges. Loveland was the first Hewlett Packard location outside of California and continues to provide a nice balance of high tech and manufacturing firms. The innovation factor is high, with patents ranking annually in the top 50 cities in the U.S. Quick Facts Population: 82,460 (2023) Median Household Income: $73,907 (2022) Median Home Value: $524,800 (2023) Median Age: 39 years All demographic information was sourced from the City’s Annual Data and Projections Report . Compensation The full salary range for the position is $108,350 - $157,109, and the expected hiring range is $108,350 - $132,700, determined by qualifications, with an excellent benefits package including an employee wellness center. Residency is not required. How to Apply Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled, with a first review of applications beginning September 9, 2024. Questions Please direct questions to Catherine Tuck Parrish at ctuckparrish@raftelis.com and Alexa Worrell at aworrell@raftelis.com . DOWNLOAD RECRUITMENT BROCHURE Posted: Monday, July 29, 2024 Job # 96
Applications will only be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Please click here to apply. Please review our City Clerk brochure to learn more about this exceptional opportunity. The City of Loveland, Colorado - a vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty - is seeking a City Clerk to join the City’s Executive Leadership Team. The City seeks a seasoned professional who will exemplify Loveland’s values of accountability, integrity, transparency, and honoring the public trust, collaboration, and innovation. In line with the City of Loveland’s mission of achieving their vision through innovation, dedication, and excellent service delivery, the City Clerk will provide leadership to the City Clerk’s Office. Primary duties include being the Clerk of the City Council for public meetings, issuing licenses, maintaining custody of all public records (including the Municipal Code), and administering public elections. The City Clerk also provides support to the City Council and oversees the recruitment and training of the City’s Boards and Commissions. There is a high degree of accountability to citizens, City Council, and the staff of the City. Collaboration with Larimer County and State of Colorado officials is also necessary to excel in this role. The City Clerk serves as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team, including strategizing long-term goals and policies for the organization. The City Clerk reports directly to the City Manager. Direct reports include two Assistant Clerks and one Deputy Clerk. The Organization The City of Loveland operates under the Council-Manager form of government, with a City Manager overseeing all personnel and the day-to-day operations of the City. The City Council is a nine-member policy-making board that serves as the City’s legislative body, with eight members of Council elected by Wards serving four-year terms. The Council is led by the Mayor, who is elected by the community at large to serve two-year terms. Loveland is a full-service city, providing its residents with Parks and Recreation, Cemetery, Police, Fire through Loveland Fire Authority, Library, Planning, Code Enforcement, Permitting, Power (electric), Municipal Fiber, Water, Wastewater, Economic Development, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Municipal Court, and Cultural Services. The Northern Colorado Regional Airport is located in Loveland along Interstate 25 and is publicly owned and operated through a partnership between the City of Loveland and the City of Fort Collins. The City has a General Fund Budget of $123.6 Million and 904 FTEs. The City Clerk’s Office The mission of the City Clerk Department is to serve the Mayor and City Council, City Manager, administrative departments, and the public in a courteous, timely, and efficient manner while remaining neutral and impartial. The Department works to improve the administration of the affairs of the City Clerk’s Office consistent with applicable laws and through sound management practices to provide easier access to local government and fulfill our responsibility to the residents of Loveland. The City Clerk’s Office maintains the City of Loveland’s official records. The Clerk’s Office is responsible for a number of functions including: City Council meetings and agendas Municipal elections in collaboration with Larimer County and the State of Colorado Liquor Licensing, in connection with the State of Colorado Pawn Broker, Tree Trimmer, Games of Skill, and Mobile Vendor Licenses City of Loveland Municipal Code Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requests Coordination with Board/Commission Liaisons along with the City Manager on the operation of 25+ Boards and Commissions City document management, record retrieval, and retention compliance The City Clerk’s Office has a General Fund Budget of $912,623 and five FTEs. The positions include the City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, three Assistant City Clerks and one temporary administrative position. Experience and Education Minimum requirements include three years of experience as a City Clerk or an Assistant/Deputy City Clerk, two years of supervisory/management experience, and municipal government experience. Must possess Certified Municipal Clerk designation or obtain it within six months of hire date. Preferred qualifications include a public administration background, extensive elections experience, and an understanding of municipal budgets. In addition, demonstrated experience working with public records, licensing, automated agenda and public meeting management, and boards and commissions is also preferred. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an experienced City Clerk with a passion for public service. The next City Clerk has exemplary communication skills and fosters a commitment to service excellence. As a skilled local government practitioner, this person will be an effective listener and communicator, at ease speaking with varied audiences, building consensus, and achieving strategic objectives. As a leader, they will have unquestionable integrity and demonstrate the highest standards of professional conduct and character. This person demonstrates fairness, consistency, and good humor and handles difficult situations with poise. The ideal candidate will be technologically savvy and able to bring new solutions into the organization to increase efficiency. The individual should enjoy working in a complex organization and being a problem-solving member of the Executive Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who can balance conflicting interests and priorities. They can be responsive to elected officials yet also be decisive and provide clear professional recommendations. The successful candidate will be collaborative and enjoy mentoring staff members and supporting their continued professional development. This person will be approachable, trustworthy, caring, and personally invested in the community. The Community As the heart of northern Colorado, located just over 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. The education and income levels in Loveland are above national averages, with over 35% of residents reporting bachelor’s degrees or higher. The community has received many awards and recognition for its quality of life. Northern Colorado is equal to Denver in its net migration of millennials and boomers to the area. The community is located approximately 60 minutes north of downtown Denver on the I-25 Corridor and 25 minutes south of Fort Collins, two of Colorado’s largest cities. Nicknamed “The Sweetheart City,” Loveland is world-famous for its Valentine Remailing Program. On Valentine’s Day, for the past 73 years, the Loveland Chamber of Commerce and local Post Office have teamed together to re-mail thousands of Valentines from across the globe, each adorned with a unique stamp and poem designed by local artists. Since the 1970s, Loveland has been a mecca for artists. Loveland’s affection for art is evident everywhere. With one percent of its revenue devoted to art throughout the community, you will find sculptures, galleries, and public art. John Villani’s fourth edition of “The 100 Best Art Towns in America” even ranked Loveland in the number two spot. With more than 200 sculptures, three annual art shows, two of North America’s largest foundries, and two sculpture parks, it is easy to understand why Loveland is a destination arts community. Loveland is quickly growing into one of the major retail and financial centers of northern Colorado. Attractions within the community include a retail lifestyle center with more than 70 specialty shops and restaurants, the Budweiser Events Center, and other nearby retail and hotel complexes. Historic downtown Loveland also has an eclectic selection of boutiques, shops, and galleries and can boast about its newest $80 Million development called the Foundry, which added a hotel, first-run boutique movie theatre, and housing. Loveland offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities enjoyable in every season. In Loveland, parks and recreation facilities include dozens of sports fields, an outdoor swimming pool, 27 playgrounds, 35 parks, and more than 5,000 acres of open space and natural areas. Additionally, the community enjoys award-winning golf courses, numerous hiking and biking trails, and twelve different lakes, rivers, and outdoor swimming areas. With an average of 300 days of sunshine annually and low humidity, Loveland experiences pleasant weather year-round. Something is always happening in the community, from concerts, art and sculpture shows, theater productions, and professional hockey games to community celebrations. Loveland is served by the Thompson School District, a leader in Colorado for K-12 education. There are many higher education institutions near Loveland, including the University of Colorado Boulder, the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado State University in Fort Collins, and several community colleges. Loveland was the first Hewlett Packard location outside of California and continues to provide a nice balance of high tech and manufacturing firms. The innovation factor is high, with patents ranking annually in the top 50 cities in the U.S. Quick Facts Population: 82,460 (2023) Median Household Income: $73,907 (2022) Median Home Value: $524,800 (2023) Median Age: 39 years All demographic information was sourced from the City’s Annual Data and Projections Report . Compensation The full salary range for the position is $108,350 - $157,109, and the expected hiring range is $108,350 - $132,700, determined by qualifications, with an excellent benefits package including an employee wellness center. Residency is not required. How to Apply Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. The position will be open until filled, with a first review of applications beginning September 9, 2024. Questions Please direct questions to Catherine Tuck Parrish at ctuckparrish@raftelis.com and Alexa Worrell at aworrell@raftelis.com . DOWNLOAD RECRUITMENT BROCHURE Posted: Monday, July 29, 2024 Job # 96