Deputy City Clerk

Cathedral, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN PUBLIC SERVICE. JOIN THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY TEAM!

The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on the position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate addition to performance-based merit increases this position is scheduled to receive a 3% salary increase effective July 2026.

This position offers an excellent work-life balance with a 4/10 schedule providing three-day weekends every week. Depending on departmental needs the flex day will be either Monday or Friday giving you extra time to rest and recharge. The City of Cathedral City is a great place to work offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid medical dental and vision coverage; deferred compensation; a cafeteria-style benefits plan; wellness reimbursement; generous paid time off; and more.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

MONDAY JANUARY 26 AT 5:00 PM

THE POSITION

Under direct supervision of the City Clerk performs complex administrative and technical duties in support of the City Clerks Office City Manager and City Council including maintaining official City records and documents assisting with municipal election activities and the preparation of the City Council and other public meeting agendas packets and minutes assist with the maintenance and dissemination of official records full fill the duties and responsibilities of the City Clerk in his or her absence; and performs other duties as required.

Important Position Information:

May require flexible scheduling or work extended hours to attend Council meetings
Work may involve travel to offsite meeting locations
Incumbents may be required to work varying shifts including evenings weekends and holidays and overtime to attend meetings outside of regular business hours

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions in this classification typically perform a range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Provides direct and confidential support to the City Manager City Clerk City Council members and commissions.
Maintains and processes official City documents including ordinances resolutions contracts minutes and legal records; ensures proper indexing retention and accessibility.
Prepares posts and distributes City Council agendas minutes and supporting materials; attends meetings as required.
Supports municipal election activities including candidate filings campaign statements and coordination with County election officials.
Administers the Citys records management program; oversees document imaging retention schedules and destruction processes.
Processes Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) filings including Form 700s and campaign disclosure statements.
Responds to public records requests; researches and provides information to staff and public.
Maintains the Citys Municipal Code and coordinates updates with codification service.
Certifies official City documents and administers oaths.
Serves as a backup to the City Clerk in their absence.

Performs related administrative support duties as assigned.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Any combination of training and experience that provides the above listed knowledge skills andabilities may be qualifying. A typical way would be:

Traditional Path:

Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration or related field
Two years of administrative experience supporting a public body
Required: Ability to obtain Notary Public license
Desired: Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC)

Experience Path:

High school diploma or equivalent
Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public agency
Two years of direct experience with agenda preparation records maintenance and meeting support
Required: Ability to obtain a Notary Public license
Desired: Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC)

Other Requirements

Valid California Drivers License.

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Based on the information provided in the application documents qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received the selection process may consist of an initial application screening a supplemental questionnaire assessment an oral board exam or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicants ability to advance in the process; as such responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts certificates DD-214 if applicable ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application final filing deadline.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must submit official/unofficial transcripts verifying completed courses and degree information upon request.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The City of Cathedral City is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed in writing at the time when the employment application is submitted.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
A resume and a completed City of Cathedral City application are required. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of City application.

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