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The Assistant City Manager is an executive at-will position that serves at the pleasure of the City Manager. This position functions as the operations officer for the City Manager and also serving as an advisor to the City Manager and Executive Team, and is responsible for coordinating, planning and directing a variety of City programs and operational activities of the City. This position will be hands on, managing administrative functions, divisions and projects; including community development, infrastructure projects, planning projects, and public information functions. Some other key responsibilities of the position includes:

•  Serving as the City Manager and assuming the responsibilities of the City Manager as needed
•  Ability  to work in a challenging environment with limited staffing resources
•  As a  working executive position, functions in close partnership with the City Manager to lead the organization and  coordinate programs and activities as assigned
•  Coordinates and assists in the development of the annual operating and capital budgets
•  Plays a key role in administering the day-to-day operations of the City as an accountable and assertive executive
•  Facilitates the development and implementation of the City Council’s strategic plan along with other specific areas of City government as assigned by the City Manager

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The Senior Analyst reports to the Assistant City Clerk and the City Clerk and conducts activities unique to the Office of the City Clerk. Under direction, performs professional analytic work of considerable difficulty in general administrative matters that may involve assignments in the areas of personnel analyses, budget, fiscal and organizational analyses including general staff analyses. The position requires a detail-oriented person able to work well under pressure, meeting frequent deadlines, handling multiple assignments in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Successful applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships; superior organizational, customer service, written and oral communication skills as they must interact effectively and respond to inquiries from the general public, elected officials, and City staff from throughout the organization. Rarely, evening work may be required.

     Key Responsibilities:

     * Confers with Assistant City Clerk/City Clerk on the more difficult management/administrative problems, supervises or leads in gathering facts and data for problem resolution; valuates, prepares reports and recommendations for improved departmental operations, services systems or organizational methods.

     * Analyzes organizational structures, functions, procedures and practices; provides analyses and recommendations of various kinds and levels of services provided by department, authorized manpower and other budgeted resources.

     * Consults with administrative, supervisory and line personnel of department in determining training and educational needs; establishes and monitors in-service training programs, conducts regular safety training programs for supervisory or line personnel

     * Public Records management;

     * Managing compliance with various ethics regulations and public disclosure requirements;

     * Conducting municipal elections; conducting employee elections for the nomination of Council-appointed representatives to the Civil Service Commission and Retirement Boards; conducting elections among retirees for the nomination of Retirement Board representatives; 

     * Ability to represent the Office of the City Clerk in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Mayor and City Council offices, City departments, and the public regarding the City's legislative and administrative processes to accomplish a variety of tasks including meetings, special events and projects;

     * Effective written and oral communications skills;

     * Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, often under tight deadlines;

     * Knowledge of the City's operating policies, procedures and processes to provide exceptional administrative support and customer service to all internal and external customers.

     Competencies

     The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include:

     * Job Expertise – a full range of knowledge, skills, and abilities of the typical procedures in a City Clerk's Office, including principles and practices of municipal government administration, municipal election law, the Brown Act, Open Government procedures, the Public Records Act, the Political Reform Act, and other legal and administrative procedures relating to municipal records management; demonstrate experience in preparing agendas and minutes, and the use of Granicus or similar systems

     * Communication Skills – effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts; open and approachable manner with elected and appointed officials, the media, the public and staff at all levels.

     * Customer Service – demonstrates the ability to anticipate customer’s needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

     * Leadership – leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

     * Meeting Ethical Standards – when confronted with ethical dilemmas, acts in a way that reflects relevant law, policy and procedures, agency values, and personal values; unbiased and have a strong sense of ethics, both personally and professionally.

     * Problem Solving – approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

     * Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills; views themselves as part of the team in providing timely and quality services to the Mayor and City Council, City departments, and the general public.

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.  

     1. Have you completed a Baccalaureate Degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited college or university in business or public administration or a closely related field?

     2. Do you have at least four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in general management/administrative, analytic work in the area of budget, fiscal, and/or organizational methods analyses including general staff analytical work? If so, please describe your experience, including where you obtained your experience and the duration in which you performed these duties.

     3. Do you have experience with records and document management?  If so, please describe, including any experience analyzing, categorizing and condensing information in the preparation of documents, records, and Public Records Act responses.  Please include specifics about any paper filing systems and/or electronic content/document management (ECMS/EDMS) systems used (LaserFiche, FileNet, Questys, Sire, Legistar, etc.).  If No, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties.

     4. Do you have experience providing staff support (preparing agendas, minutes, reports, etc.) to a legislative body (City Council or governing board), committee, board, or commission?  If so, please describe and include specific information regarding the number of board members, meeting frequency, agenda management and/or streaming media systems used, and any process improvements and/or technology applications you implemented.  If No, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties.

     5. Do you have experience leading large, complex projects? If so, please describe one of these projects. Who did you coordinate with and lead in this project? What were the specific goals and outcomes?

     6.Do you have experience in working effectively in a team environment, including working with employees at all levels of the organization?  If so, please describe a specific example of a successful team experience, your role and responsibilities, and the techniques you used to develop and maintain excellent working relationships, which resulted in the timely and effective delivery of a product, service, or completion of a project.  If No, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties.

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact charu.thiyagarajan@sanjoseca.gov.

Yuba County is currently recruiting for the position of Media and Community Relations Specialist in the County Administrator’s Office. Under direction, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of activities in support of the County’s social media relations and promotional efforts, including writing and editing material for publication and event conceptualization and development; plan, develop, implement a variety of social media campaigns; learn and apply emerging technologies in the media and communications field; perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to Communications Coordinator. This class is distinguished from Communications Coordinator in that the latter has overall responsibility for the planning and implementation of a countywide marketing and communications plan.

Example Of Duties:

-Perform a variety of marketing, public outreach and community relations activities, events, and public awareness programs for the dissemination of information regarding County operations, policies, and procedures
 

-Create, research, edit, and contribute content and materials including posts, tweets, pitch letters, backgrounders, customer communications, fact sheets, brochures, feature articles, press releases, and other materials.
 

-Maintain steady and positive presence in the media through releases, contact, and responsiveness to inquiries/requests.

-Monitor social media management standards, policies and rules of engagement
 

-Manage social public relations activities to reach target audiences with engaging messaging coordinating with other online brand content. 
 

 -Create analytics report and leverage analytical data to provide insight, make recommendations to improve account performance, and adjust strategy as needed

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy City Clerk.  Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on December 18, 2019.

The City Clerk’s Office is a division of the Administrative Services Department, which also includes the divisions of Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology. The City Clerk’s Office employs four dedicated, professionals consisting of the City Clerk, Assistant City Clerk, Deputy City Clerk, and Senior Clerk.

Under general direction, the Deputy City Clerk performs a full range of professional and technical work in support of the City Clerk’s Office and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination, preparation, and publication of City Council agenda packets and associated follow-up;
• Review of advisory body agendas and minutes for compliance with the Brown Act;
• Processing public hearing notices and public records act requests;
• Updating and implementing the city-wide records retention schedule;
• Planning, managing, and coordinating the City’s centralized records management program; and
• Assisting in the administration of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code; coordinating municipal elections; monitoring compliance with the State and local campaign finance and conflict laws; and other special projects.

DEFINITION

The Public Information Officer position works as a valued member of the City Manager’s office. The Public Information Officer shall be experienced in public information dissemination, strong oral and written communications, website management, social media methods, graphic design and photography/video. This full-time, regular professional-level position requires an independent, organized, energetic, experienced, innovative and creative individual to develop and manage a variety of materials, activities and public relations strategies to enhance the City’s communication with Los Altos residents, businesses and customers.

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.

1. Develop and manage the City’s Public Information and Communications Strategies
2. Serve as spokesperson with the media for the City
3. Builds and maintains positive relations with media, Council, City staff, residents and other agencies
4. Manages team of communications representatives from various City departments and works with City departments in the development of programmatic and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project updates of interest to residents through press releases, website updates and other appropriate communication methods
5. Develop and monitor the City’s website content to ensure information is relevant and timely
6. Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the City.  Work with leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities
7. Responds to major incidents as requested; provides public information to new media and coordinates information flow and dissemination
8. Develop, write, design and produce informational, educational and outreach materials and activities
9. Utilize and coordinate approved social media methods to communicate with residents and customers, including staying current on social media methods and making recommendations for continuous improvements
10. Identify and cultivate strategic alliances with governmental and non-governmental organizations
11. Stays current on new trends and innovations in the field of communications, multimedia technologies and social media.  Utilizes new technologies and media platforms to effectively implement City’s communications plan
12. Perform research and/or data gathering activities and prepare the City’s Annual Report
13. Coordinate and/or assist with preparation and coordination of various periodic and annual City reports and publications
14. Provide technical guidance to City departments regarding working with the media and effective marketing strategies
15. Photograph still and video images of City programs, events and projects, as needed
16. Attend public meetings, as needed
17. Serve on City-wide committees and ad hoc project assignments
18. Executes citizen surveys as needed
19. Perform other duties, as assigned

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Excellent command of English language including spelling, grammar and punctuation; modern office methods, procedures, organizational skills and equipment including automation hardware and software; Computer skills including applications such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop; Internet skills including use of social media; Internet website development and management methods

ABILITY TO:

Work independently and efficiently; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; demonstrate tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential, controversial and sensitive nature; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, elected and appointed officials, residents, interests groups, legislators, and the public; communicate technical information including complex rules, regulations, legislation, and laws in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; develop and implement city policies and procedures, translating strategy into integrated implementation; organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines; photograph action-oriented images of programs and projects; work a flexible schedule, as needed; demonstrate organizational leadership and work effectively as a team member.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 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:

• Five years professional communications experience; experience with City Government experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major emphasis in public administration, journalism, mass media communications, marketing, public relations or a related field
• Valid California driver’s license

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. This position should demonstrate a high level of customer service standards with the community, customers, and departments. The ideal candidate is comfortable with change and can multi-task; is familiar with governmental organizational structure and public service oriented, has a willingness and capacity to learn and be innovative. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, or typewriter keyboard, and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. 

This position is open until filled with a first review date of December 9, 2019.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Public Information Manager position in the Account Management, Marketing, and Public Affairs Division. This advanced communications position reports directly to the Deputy Director and will manage an existing Marketing and Public Affairs team.

     The Public Information Manager will serve as a spokesperson for the Community Energy Department, managing internal and external communications. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in writing, community relations, marketing campaigns, and project management. Complex energy issues, such as PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program, need to be clearly communicated to the public. This position will utilize strong industry experience to develop specialized marketing materials, webpages, and other public relations policies and procedures.

     As the City continues to explore owning and operating electrical distribution infrastructure, the Public Information Manager will organize and lead the department’s community outreach and engagement efforts. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

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          + Writing and editing press releases for media outlet distribution;

          + Drafting speeches and talking points;

          + Arranging interviews for the department;

          + Assisting with logistical arrangements for press conferences, meetings, and/or speaking engagements;

          + Responding to requests for information from media outlets;

          + Maintaining and upholding the department’s public relations;

          + Supporting the department’s legislative policy campaigns;

          + Managing the department’s communications materials;

          + Develop and manage campaign budgets;

          + Coordinating with the City’s Emergency Operations Center when needed; and

          + Other projects and assignments as requested

      This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

     Salary Information

     The current salary range for Public Information Manager is: $116,923.45 - $143,110.06

     The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

     In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Public Information Manager classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

     Competencies:

     The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

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          +  Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

          +  Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

          +  Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

          +  Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.

          +  Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.

          +  Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

          +  Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.

          +  Political Skills - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.

          +  Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

          +  Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action

          +  Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

     Selection Process:

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience based on the application, cover letter and resume, and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for applicable text response.  

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         1. Do you have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, mass media communications, public relations, advertising, marketing or a closely related field?

         2. Please specify your degree, field of study, and the college or university where you obtained your degree. You may also include any additional degrees or applicable certifications that you have achieved.

         3. Do you have six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations or public information experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience?

         4. How have you obtained six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations or public information experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

         5. Describe a situation in which you embraced a new system, process, technology, or idea at work that was a major departure from the old way of doing things.

         6. Describe the most complex “analytical” project you have worked on that required you to evaluate various types of data sets and make a recommendation about a course of action.

         7. Please describe your approach to managing team and project performance in a creative environment.  

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact michelle.saechao@sanjoseca.gov

About the City Manager’s Office

The City Manager’s Office provides strategic leadership that supports the Mayor and City Council and motivates the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community's needs. The City Manager’s Office of Communications directs and implements the City’s communications strategy to inform and engage the public. The Office is focused on: communicating the City Manager’s priorities; conducting effective public education and outreach; ensuring government openness and transparency; increasing awareness of City programs/initiatives; and improving employee engagement.

 About the Position
The City Manager’s Office of Communications is recruiting for an Assistant to the City Manager position. This Assistant to the City Manager will act as a Deputy Public Information Manager and report to the Director of Communications. The Deputy Public Information Manager manages a portfolio of City departments and serves as a media contact and/or spokesperson, as well as a Deputy Emergency Public Information Officer.
 
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills are essential for this position. An ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in marketing and public relations techniques, technologies and platforms, including digital/social media and visual storytelling. The Deputy Public Information Manager also will advise senior-level managers and elected officials about communications, news media, and community implications and alternatives for decisions, policies and programs. Previous local government and/or public relations/advertising agency experience preferred.
  

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the City Manager’s Director of Communications.

About the Position

The City Manager’s Office is recruiting for an Assistant to the City Manager position to serve as the City’s Capital Budget Coordinator.  This is an unclassified, salaried position, which means that the position is not part of the Civil Service system.  This management position is not represented by a bargaining unit.  This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Deputy Budget Director.

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the following:

• Manages the capital budget process, including, but not limited to, budget development, revenue and expenditure tracking and monitoring, financial status reporting, and capital revenue forecasting for approximately 50 funds at a combined annual budget of approximately $1.3 billion.
• Coordinates capital budget activities across all City departments, develops annual capital budget training manuals/instructions and leads city-wide trainings.
• Working collaboratively with City departments, solves capital budget issues and oversees capital funds management for inclusion in various budget documents such as the Annual Report, Mid-Year Budget Review, City Manager’s Budget Request and Five-Year Forecast, Proposed and Adopted Capital Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program.
• Administers the Hyperion capital budgeting software system for the production of various Capital Program budget documents.
• Leads the update and administration of the organization's Hyperion capital budgeting software system; researches and understands reporting requirements and ensures that systems are modified to meet these requirements; establishes best practices for system use, and ensures that these practices are used throughout the organization; and trains departmental staff as needed.
• Coordinates memorandum review activities and provides staff support for budget/fiscal implications for all City Council memoranda.
• Monitors economic-sensitive information affecting City capital funds.
• Serves as a liaison for capital budget issues for various workgroups/committees.
• Effectively supervises and motivates a team of Budget Office staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments. 
• Ensures alignment of the Capital Program with City Council priorities, policies, and budget principles and City Manager directives and budget guidelines.
• Authors, reviews, and edits budget documents, reports, memoranda and briefing materials.
• Studies City organizations, operations and services to make recommendations to improve quality and effectiveness of service delivery. 
• Completes high-level special projects.
• Resolves and facilitates major issues which are confidential, controversial or of major significance to the organization.
• Represents the Budget Office or City Manager’s Office as assigned at public events including community groups, City Council sessions, Committee meetings, and Planning Commission budget review. 

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this recruitment.