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The Deputy City Manager of Development Services, aside from managing and directing the Engineering, Community Development, Building and Safety, and Public Works Departments; also represents the City in relations with the community, advisory committees, local, state, and federal agencies, and professional organizations; acts as the liaison for departments working with local and state agencies on administrative matters. Below is a list of essential functions of the position; however, it is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as deemed necessary by the City:

• Participate in developing, planning, and implementing goals and objectives for the City; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate administrative personnel; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee service delivery methods to ensure the efficient delivery of quality Development Services; develop and implement service delivery improvements to maximize available City resources.
• Assist with economic development efforts of the City to encourage and retain investment, jobs, and economic opportunity.
• Provide highly responsible administrative staff assistance to the City Manager; conduct specific and comprehensive analysis of a wide range of municipal policies involving organization, procedures, development, and services.
• Conduct research and develop recommendations on City-wide work methods, operating policy and procedures, programs, services, and other development related issues; observe program operations; analyze findings and implications; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence.
• Represent the City Manager at meetings by making presentations to explain program or project status; answer questions or arrange for compilation of data to assist in decision-making process.
• Participate in the development and administration of the City budget; direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement mid-year adjustments.
• Serve as Acting City Manager as required.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a municipal government, including three (3) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration or a related field.

The Deputy City Clerk shall be responsible for and perform all functions necessary for the efficient operation and maintenance of Records Management and the full services of the Department of the City Clerk, except for those mandatory duties performed by the elected City Clerk as stated in FMC section 2-292 and 2-293; to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Council and the City Manager. This position receives administrative supervision from a Deputy City Manager. Below is a list of essential functions of the position; however, it is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as deemed necessary by the City:

• Develop, plan, and implement the goals and objectives of the Department of the City Clerk, and to recommend and administer policies and procedures affecting the activities of the Department of the City Clerk.
• Supervise and coordinate city elections, aid the public with county and school elections, train election staff, and order and maintain election supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate activities of the Department of the City Clerk with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations, provide staff assistance to the city council and city manager, and prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the work plan of the Department of the City Clerk; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; prepare and maintain a procedures manual for the department; and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Supervise and participate in the development and administration of the elected officials, boards and commissions, and other departmental budgets; direct the forecast for additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; and implement mid-year adjustments.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Serve as Filing Officer for city appeals as designated by various sections of the Fontana Municipal Code.
• Prepare and update the city’s conflict of interest code and serve as Filing Officer for the Fair Political Practices Commission.
• Receive and open sealed bids and formally release bid bonds.
• Receive, process, and maintain claims, summonses and complaints; and notify claimants of any action on claims received.
• Plan and direct the maintenance, updating and filing of official municipal documents and records, including maintaining an active continuing program for the economical and efficient management of these documents and records; direct the publication, filing, indexing and safekeeping of all proceedings of the city council; supervise codification of ordinances; and supervise the preparation of city council and commission minutes and other documents.
• Supervise the publication of legal advertising.
• Assist the public and city staff by providing information and research assistance.
• Certify documents and record affidavits with the county recorder.
• Provide information and organize material in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Direct the retention and destruction of official records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary by the city manager or the city council to support the daily operations of the city.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Four (4) years of experience performing responsible and complex administrative office work in a City Clerk’s office including two years of supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION: Training equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration or a related field. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver’s license. Certification as a Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) is required.

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ABOUT THE POSITION The City of Lincoln is seeking qualified Part-time Reserve Police Officers - Level I, II, and III trained Police Officers. Successful candidates may be assigned to patrol duties in accordance with POST requirements. Upon completion of the Lincoln Police Department Police Training Officer Program, Reserve Officers will be assigned law enforcement duties on as needed basis. The types of duties assigned will be dependent upon their level of training and experience. This position receives no compensation nor does it include benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS Twenty-one years of age; education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; 30 college units (in addition to those earned at the academy) desirable; completion of POST Level I, II, or III Police Officer Training Modules, or POST Basic Academy; possess a valid CA driver's license; and must be available to work at least 16 hours duty time and four hours training time per month.

Additionally: Level I - Regular Basic Course, (664 hours), Field Training Program, (400 hours) and Continuous Professional Training, (24 hours every 2 years)

Level II – Police Officer Training Program Modules I and II, (333 hours) and Continuous Professional Training, (24 hours every 2 years)

Level III – Police Officer Training Program Module III, (144 hours)

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility to work in both an office setting and field work; lift and carry weight of 50 pounds or less; strength and stamina to perform law enforcement duties, including making arrests; chasing suspects: vision to meet department standards; hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person or over communication equipment; analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law in field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain the law to the public.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCESS All applicants must complete a City of Lincoln employment application. POST Certificates must be attached to the City Application. The applicant has the responsibility to explain his/ her qualifications fully and clearly. Applications will be screened based on qualifications, and those applicants that best meet the needs of the City will be invited to participate in the City’s selection process. Offers of voluntary employment are conditional subject to successful completion of a CVSA, thorough background investigation, and a pre-employment medical and psychological exam. Applications must be submitted to the City of Lincoln Human Resources Department. All applicants will be notified by mail following application review.