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The City of Half Moon Bay has an exciting opportunity for the position of City Clerk!

 APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026. 

ABOUT THE CITY

The City of Half Moon Bay is a Bay Area coastal community of approximately 12,500 residents and is located 25 miles south of San Francisco. The City is governed by a five-member elected City Council and utilizes the council-manager form of government. The City Council appoints a City Manager who is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and provides leadership for the City’s programs. The City currently employs 45 full-time employees in the following departments:  City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Community Development, and Public Works. The City contracts Public Safety with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Department.

The city and surrounding Coastside are a thriving agricultural, fishing, tourism, and recreational destination. There is a rich culture of diverse traditions and multi-generational families who have lived in Half Moon Bay for well over 100 years. In any given neighborhood, you will find farmers, high-tech entrepreneurs, and artists living amongst each other as one community.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City Clerk plans, organizes, and directs all functions and responsibilities of the City Clerk's office as specified by the City Manager and as required by law. This is a Non-Represented Confidential Position. The incumbent reports directly to the City Manager.*

Important and Essential Duties

The City Clerk performs the following duties which may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates and prepares agenda for City Council and designated commission meetings. Reviews agenda items for compliance with legal requirements.
• Organizes completed staff reports. Reproduces and distributes agenda packages to appropriate individuals and organizations.
• Ensures the City Council meeting room is in proper order for all Council meetings.
• Attends City Council and designated commission meetings, acts as recording secretary and prepares minutes promptly following the meetings.
• Prepares "action" letters and appointments for follow-up activity resulting from City Council meetings.
• Establishes and maintains a reminder or follow-up system to ensure continued items are placed on the appropriate City Council agenda.
• Maintains a comprehensive general index of the official meeting minutes and files of all city records, including City Council actions for follow-up and/or filing, maintenance and storage.
• Administers oaths of office to elected and/or appointed officials.
• Takes and certifies affidavits and dispositions pertaining to city affairs.
• Prepares proper attestation for adopted ordinances and resolutions.
• Posts and distributes completed documents in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains the Municipal Code and establishes supplemental procedures in order to update and republish the Code as required.
• Coordinates, plans, and conducts regular and special consolidated municipal elections in coordination with the County of San Mateo Elections division. Oversees campaign and Fair Political Practices Commission related filings according to established procedures and State law for elected officials and designated employees.
• Coordinates and/or performs all clerical functions for the City Council.
• Certifies action taken by the City Council regarding conveying or receiving property. Files documents, as required, with the County Recorder.
• Manages the citywide records management program, according to the Council-adopted Retention Schedules.
• Serves as custodian of the official City Seal and archives.
• Maintains custody of official records including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, deeds, minutes, and certifies copies as required.
• Attests, publishes, indexes and files ordinances and resolutions.
• Oversees the publication of legal notices, bid notices, postings, and other mailings.
• Coordinates the appointments to city boards, commissions, and committees.
• Prepares, administers, and monitors assigned budget.
• Updates City Council-related web pages on City website, as needed.
• Trains, evaluates, supervises and disciplines staff assigned to the City Clerk function.**

*The City is currently conducting an Organizational Study. The City Clerk’s office reports directly to the City Manager; however, this reporting structure may change based on the results of the study.

**Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind of the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

This position offers a rare opportunity for a City Manager who thrives in moments of transition— someone ready to build momentum, strengthen operations, and partner with the City Council and community to shape the next chapter of Willits’ future.

For more information about this exciting job opportunity, please view the job brochure below: 
Link to brochure

Application Process: To be considered for this opportunity, candidates should apply by submitting a comprehensive resume and compelling cover letter via email to the

City of Willits Human Resources Department at: jobs@cityofwillits.org

Additional information can be found on the City of Willits website: https://www.cityofwillits.org/ This is a confidential selection process. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Confidential inquiries are welcome to: Bob Richardson, Interim City Manager, brichardson@cityofwillits.org, 707-459- 7120.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Human Resources at jobs@cityofwillits.org

Human Resources Director (Full Time)

The City of Marysville seeks qualified candidates for the excellent career opportunity!

Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Human Resource Director will conduct, lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including employee relations, recruitment and selection of staff, administering pay, compensation and classifications, benefits, and leave, and enforcing City policies, procedures, and practices. This position can be assigned special projects by the City Manager.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Examples of Work are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Provides continuous leadership in carrying out the program mission, as amended from time to time, including:

· Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the City’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.

· Provides support and guidance to HR Technician, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, discipline, and terminations.

· Develops and administers City personnel rules, regulations, policies, and Memoranda of Understanding and consults with department heads and the City Manager relative to employee relations, policy development and personnel issues.

· Directs and coordinates the City’s Workers Compensation, Risk Management and Safety programs, including coordination and liaison with the City’s insurance carrier on insurance claims.

· Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

· Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.

· Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.

· Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

· Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

· Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

· Maintains records and prepares daily reports related to work performed.

· Perform related job duties and responsibilities as required.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

The City of Foster City is seeking energetic, self-motivated, and organized candidates for the Deputy City Clerk position in the Communications/City Clerk Department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking variety and challenges in a fast-paced environment while providing quality service to the community with a dynamic team. 

This management level position assists the Communications Director/City Clerk in City Council agenda management, the administration of municipal elections and FPPC reporting, organizing responses to Public Records Act requests, executing post City Council meeting follow up, including processing of Council actions and agreements, coordinating the City-wide records management program, and budget operations. The Deputy City Clerk may also provide general support to the Communications Division with public engagement/outreach efforts. 

Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way would be:

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by course work in public administration or a closely related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible clerical experience in a municipal organization of which at least two years have involved providing administrative office support services at the division or departmental level in a public agency.

To review the full job announcement click on the "Foster City Deputy City Clerk Flyer" below.

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Based upon a review of employment applications received, a limited number of the qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process.

The process will consist of an Oral Panel Interview (weighted 80%) and a written exercise (weighted 20%). An eligibility list will be established from those who pass the examination process with a score of 70% or higher. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this list. The list will remain in effect for at least one year unless exhausted sooner. 

The department will invite the most qualified candidates from the eligibility list to a final department interview. The Communications/City Clerk department will make the hiring decision.

Expected Dates for Examinations (subject to change):
Oral Panel Interview: Week of May 18 (exact date TBD)
Department Interview: May 2026 (exact date TBD)

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the selection process. The City of Foster City reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. 

Application Filing Period: Closes at 5:00pm on the date stated in the job announcement; however, it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN OUR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AS A SENIOR PLANNER

Starting Rate of Pay at $39.96 per hour, paid bi-weekly. 26 pay periods per year

$6,926 - $8,420 per month,  $ 83,116 - $101,046 per year

EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE

https://www.ceres.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8155/City-of-Ceres-2026-Benefit-Guide-

https://content.stancera.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/T6-SUMMARY.pdf

SENIOR PLANNER

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional planning responsibilities and tasks associated with the coordination and implementation of complex planning projects; performs a variety of duties relating to the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of technical land use, environmental, zoning, and other City planning data.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level in the professional planning class series. The position is characterized by the level of technical expertise and skill and independent oversight of out of the ordinary, high profile, complex and atypical projects, while functioning as the project coordinator, working with and leading interdisciplinary teams. The Senior Planner is distinguished from the Associate Planner by the complexity and technical expertise required to work on assigned projects.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Coordinate, lead, and perform professional level work in the fields of current and advanced planning, zoning administration, design review, and economic development activities.
2. Prepare, edit, and review complex reports on a wide range of planning issues; make presentations to the City Council, Planning Commission, standing and ad hoc committees, developers, community groups, and outside agencies.
3. Review and approve or deny plan checks for building projects.
4. Supervise and participate in the review of complex development proposals for conformance to City standards; resolve disputes between the City and developers or property owners.
5. Review and edit letters sent by the Planning Division regarding various City actions.
6. Review and respond to referrals from other agencies regarding outside projects that may affect the City.
7. Conduct field visits and site assessments.
8. Take phone calls and inquiries from the public and other agencies; provide assistance to walk in customers at the counter.
9. Participate in the development and implementation of the City’s planning policies.
10. Assist in the training of assigned staff.
11. Undertake special projects as assigned.
12. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of municipal planning; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
13. Attend a variety of meetings, including Planning Commission meetings and predevelopment meetings; provide support to advisory bodies.
14. Perform related duties as required.

The City of Dixon is excited to announce the recruitment for a Public Works Director. The Public Works Director will play a critical leadership role during a period of elevated development activity and organizational transition. This position requires a hands-on leader who can maintain momentum on existing initiatives while advancing new priorities across Public Works, Engineering, and land development functions.

This is an exempt, "at-will" senior management position directly responsible to the City Manager.  Salary is negotiated within salary range depending on qualifications.

Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase of the evaluation process which may include interviews, written exercises, or simulated work problems, after a contingent offer is made Ratification by City Council.

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. This process may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Employment Processing: Those selected are subject to pre-employment drug testing, DOJ Clearance (Fingerprinting), credit check and reference checks. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.  Please submit document as one (1) PDF.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

Procurement and Administrative Services Manager
(Salary Range 45: $155,715- $189,267 per year)
This is an exempt, at-will position.
Please see website for benefits information.

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) is seeking an exceptional, process-orientated professional to serve as the Procurement and Administrative Services Manager. This is a fast-paced agency that seeks to meet the mission through a high level of accountability and transparency.

AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with procurement and contract administration experience in the government sector as well as a wide range of analytical and management skills, who can develop and implement policies and procedures for a variety of projects and programs within assigned departments, including budget administration, management analysis, technical support, and program evaluation. The successful candidate will also be team-oriented with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to move activities and projects forward. The position is expected to supervise 1 -3 staff members over time.

This position will report to the Director or Assistant Director of Administration and Services.

To be considered for this career opportunity, you must submit:

1. Housing Authority Employment Application
2. Resume (three pages maximum, include months/years of employment), and
3. Responses to the supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and supplemental questions must be in pdf format and uploaded into the employment application form.

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and applications received by March 26, at 5:00 pm PST will be included in the first review. AHA reserves the right to interview candidates before the deadline.

Director of Administration and Services (Salary Range 56: $203,582- $247,451 per year)

Applicants will also be considered for: Assistant Director of Administration and Services*
(Salary Range 46: $159,503 – $193,893)

AHA intends to hire one of the two roles. This is an exempt, at-will position.

The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) is seeking an exceptional, process-orientated professional to serve as the Director of Administration and Services. This is a fast-paced agency that seeks to meet the mission through a high level of accountability and transparency.

AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities relevant to the job responsibilities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, housing policy and programs, Housing Authority functions and activities, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. The successful candidate will also be team-oriented with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to move activities and projects forward.

Due to the diverse and public facing nature of the responsibilities in this department, candidates must have excellent planning, tracking and project management skills and be customer-oriented in their approach. Significant relevant supervisory experience is required. The department is currently budgeted for 10 staff.

The Director level position will report to Executive Director or other Director. The Director of Administration and Services provides assistance to the Executive Director and the Authority in a variety of regulatory, analytical, and supervisory capacities.

*Note: Candidates may also be considered at the Assistant Director of Administration and Services level, depending on experience and qualification. Only candidates with significant, relevant experience and supervision experience will be considered for the Director of Administration and Services level.

To be considered for this career opportunity, you must submit:

1. Housing Authority Employment Application
2. Resume (three pages maximum, include months/years of employment), and
3. Responses to the supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and supplemental questions must be in pdf format and uploaded into the employment application form.

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and those received by March 26, at 5:00 pm PST will be included in the first review. AHA reserves the right to interview candidates before the deadline.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

AHA is seeking an exceptional, team-oriented candidate to fulfill the role of Assistant Director of Property Operations. Join AHA and have the opportunity to contribute to the management of a wide array of administrative functions for a high-performing housing authority dedicated to providing affordable housing in the most impacted region of the nation.

The position currently open is the Assistant Director of Property Operations and will report to the Director of Property Operations. AHA is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in overseeing policies and programs to prevent homelessness and maintaining stable housing, especially among special needs populations. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, housing policy and programs, Housing Authority functions and activities, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. The successful candidate will also be team-oriented with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to move activities and projects forward. AHA reserves the right to use applications received from this advertisement to fill Assistant Director positions in other departments for up to one year.

To be considered for this career opportunity, you must submit:

1. Housing Authority Employment Application
2. Resume (three pages maximum, include months/years of employment), and
3. Responses to the supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. Applications received by March 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm will be included in the first review. AHA reserves the right to interview candidates before the deadline.