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City of Belmont is hiring for the position of Administrative Services Director to lead our Human Resources and Information Technology teams. 

If you have strong skills in empowering people, advancing innovation and supporting staff - Team Belmont, we invite you to apply for this great opportunity!

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:

First Review of Applications: November 17, 2025

First Round Interviews (Virtual): December 1, 2025

City Manager Interview: December 4, 2025

*Dates may be subject to change    

The Position

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Administrative Services Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the City’s Human Resources and Information Technology Divisions.

The Director plays a critical role in shaping Belmont’s organizational future—championing initiatives that build workforce capability, strengthen digital infrastructure, and advance a culture of collaboration, learning, and innovation.

To ensure continued excellence, the City is implementing a strategic, holistic approach to organizational development grounded in four key pillars:

• Culture
• Capability
• Leadership
• Engagement

These pillars guide Belmont’s efforts to strengthen workforce resilience, develop future leaders, and maintain its tradition of service excellence.

The Team

The Administrative Services Department has 8 FTE's - (1) Administrative Services Director, (2) IT Business System Analysts, (1) GIS Coordinator, (1) IT Manager, (1) Principal Management Analyst (HR Manager), (1) HR Management Analyst II and (1) Administrative Assistant.

For more information about the opportunity, please review the attached brochure for this position!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for the position of Administrative Assistant. We have 2 current vacancies: One (1) in the Human Resources Department and One (1) in the Public Works Department (Engineering Division). The employment list generated from this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in other departments.

The Administrative Assistant performs a variety of confidential, responsible, and complex administrative, secretarial, and clerical duties for an assigned department and department head, coordinates and participates in office functions in support of the department's goals and objectives, provides information and assistance to employees and the public regarding departmental policies and procedures, provides work direction, review and training to office support staff as assigned, and performs a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility. The Administrative Assistant receives direction from higher level management staff and may exercise technical and functional supervision over lower-level clerical staff.   

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Provide responsible and highly complex administrative support to an assigned department and department head; recommend improvements in workflow, procedures and use of equipment and forms.
• Screen office and telephone callers; provide front counter assistance including information to the general public regarding assigned area of responsibility; respond to and resolve complaints and requests for information on regulations, procedures, systems and precedents.
• Research, compile, analyze and summarize a variety of informational materials; assist in the design and production of technical information, facilitates processing of contracts and develops handouts.
• Assists in the maintenance of website content and links for department website pages.
• Type, word process and proofread a wide variety of reports, letters, memoranda and statistical charts; type from notes and media recording, verbal instruction or prior materials; independently compose correspondence, letters, memoranda, resolutions and staff reports as assigned.
• Provide support in the preparation and administration of the assigned department budget; monitor expenditures including reviewing and processing purchase requisitions and purchase orders; recommend modifications or adjustments as appropriate.
• Attend a variety of meetings; prepare and compile agenda packets; take and prepare minutes; disseminate information as appropriate.
• Maintain a calendar of activities, meetings and various events for the assigned department; coordinate activities with other City departments, the public and outside agencies.
• Organize meetings by notifying participants, making room arrangements and preparing required information and materials.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public and other departments; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• As assigned, receive applications, facility reservations, registrations and fees for assigned department functions.
• As assigned, serve as administrative recorder to various committees, commissions and boards; take and transcribe minutes and record information.
• As assigned, coordinate all phases of the pre-employment hiring process for applicants.

Final Filing Date: Monday, November 3, 2025

Interviews: TBD

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Analyst position has a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to: Pre-Employment Process, Training and Development, Employee Wellness and Events.

DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Director of Human Resources, performs professional, confidential and journey level work in in support of human resources functions and programs including recruitment and selection, training and development, employee health, welfare and safety, classification and compensation, labor and employee relations, and employee recognition and communication; may supervise clerical staff and undertake related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of Human Resources program areas such as recruitment and selection, training and development, employee health, welfare and safety, classification and compensation, performance management, event coordination and employee communication. Plans, conducts and administers recruitment selection processes, responds to and maintains frequent, sensitive and critical contacts with public and private agencies, other departments, professionals and officials. Answers inquiries by phone or mail; investigates and resolves complaints or provides information; explains departmental or City procedures; exercises judgment in giving information and proper disposition of problems; prepares variety of written documents and reports including job specifications, job and training announcements, examinations, correspondence and reports. Researches and recommends Human Resources policy, assists in preparation of and response to employment practices surveys and drafts correspondence to employees and the public as necessary. Assists with preparation, presentation and administration of departmental budget. Completes pre-employment screening process, including background check and livescan. Administers employee benefits programs including, health and retirement benefits, and responds to employee inquiries regarding health and welfare benefits, forms and records including oversight of federally required continuation eligibility. Conducts new employee benefits orientations. Maintains Affirmative Action statistics for City workforce including rosters and training summaries, applicant-flow data, and preparation of the EEO-4 report and other statistical reports as necessary. 

Facilitates training and workshops for employees; serves as City’s liaison with the County Training Consortium; conducts new employee onboarding program. Serves as an ex-officio member of and a resource to the City's Safety & Wellness Committee; works with City departments to prevent accidents by assisting them in developing their own safety programs, and encouraging compliance with safety suggestions and recommendations. Coordinates citywide employee events, such as the Walkathon, Service Awards event and monthly wellness sessions, and represents department on citywide committees. Oversees Department of Transportation (D.O.T) drug testing scheduling and tracking, bilingual testing and exit interviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  Human Resources principles and procedures; practices and protocols of research, analysis and interpretation of data; appropriate grammar, spelling, and style in written and oral communication; basic business math and effective, professional interpersonal skills.

Ability to: Communicates effectively both orally and in writing; speaks to and direct large groups; interact positively and cooperate with other employees at all levels, deals courteously and effectively with the public, works as a team member, functions under demanding time pressure, responds in a positive manner to supervision, attends work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis. Understands and apply instructions, rules, regulations and policies including the City’s Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service; analyzes, processes and schedules detailed work accurately; learns, understands and communicates employee benefit parameters and regulations, learn and uses all Microsoft Office Suite applications, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), applicant tracking system and other City software programs. Transcribes proceedings at meetings of commissions, boards or special committees; exercises good judgment in matters of a confidential nature; works independently in absence of supervision. Organizes work and meet on-going deadlines accurately and efficiently. Uses initiative, creativity and good judgement in carrying out assignments. Prepares effective written documents and prepares and deliver appropriate oral presentations for varied audiences. Uses word-processing, spreadsheet and desktop publishing programs on a personal computer, creating finished documents.

Experience: Three years of experience in Human Resources administration. Supervision experience is desirable.

Education: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Public Administration or Policy, or Organizational Development with major coursework or concentration in Human Resources-related subjects.

Licenses or Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.