Assistant to the City Manager

This position might be perfect for you if:

• You approach solutions with innovation critical thinking and creativity.
• You have a talent for clearly and effectively communicating and collaborating with people from all walks of life.
• You enjoy working on complex and/or sensitive analyses studies and projects.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• You are a self-starter and take initiative with a positive and can-do attitude.
• You are continually learning and developing your skills and abilities.
• You have experience with project management fiscal analysis and cross departmental coordination.
• You are hungry humble and smart.

Youll be responsible for:

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the City Managers Office providing support and leadership for a variety of multi-departmental programs and initiatives.
• Providing complex administrative and coordination support to the City Manager and City Manager Team including logistics for annual projects and programs preparation and follow up for meetings presentations and travel.
• Overseeing the City Manager Offices budget supporting and/or leading CIP projects evaluating fiscal impacts on a variety of legislation programs and services.
• Leading the Citys legislative advocacy program researching writing administrating and reporting on a variety of opportunities for grants and awards.
• Conducting complex and sensitive administrative operational and management analyses studies and researchprojects using appropriate research and statistical techniques.
• Representing the City in relations with the community advisory committees local state and federal agencies and professional organizations.
• Participating as a member of the Citys leadership team.

For more information on this position please visit the job description here.

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:

Potential First Interview: Thursday December 11 2025

**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**

Please note the eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies within the organization.

Education and/or Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelors degree in public or business administration or other related field and six years of progressively responsible local government experience including two years of supervisory experience or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities. A Masters degree in public or business administration or additional professional coursework training and certification are desirable.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of management theory; functions and services of City government and the roles of the City Council and City Commissions ;supervisory and management skills; ability to coach and improve the performance and skills of other employees and manage personnel challenges; public and staff relations; methods of research program analysis and report preparation; writing methods and techniques; project management practices; budgeting practices; media relations; customer service techniques. Ability to plan direct and coordinate City-wide projects; establish and maintain effective relationships with staff management community groups the City Council and other public officials; organize projects and assignments; conduct research and write and present reports; analyze and solve administrative operational and organizational problems; interpret and apply laws regulations ordinances and policies ;communicate effectively both orally and in writing; operate computer hardware and utilize word processing spreadsheet and graphics presentation software applications; work independently.

Licenses Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Class C California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Citys Vehicle Insurance Policy. Ability to work extended hours.

APPLICATION PROCESS
This recruitment closes at 6:00pm on Thursday December 4 2025 or until 200 applications have been received.

Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will remain candidates until a final offer is accepted by the candidate who most closely meets the requirements of the City. The City may conclude that none of the candidates even those who meet the minimum qualifications are appropriate for the position.

Successful candidate will be required to:

• Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
• Degree Verification; and
• Provide proof of a valid California drivers license and be insurable; and
• Pass a pre-employment medical exam; and
• Complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America.