Compensation and Benefits

The City of Selma offers a competitive compensation and benefits program. The salary range for this
position is $135,000 to $164,094, depending on qualifications. The benefits include:


Retirement: The City is a member of the California Public Employees ’ Retirement System.
Employees hired on or prior to December 31, 2012 currently contribute 8% of the “employee’s
share” for the 2.7% @ 55 Retirement Plan (integrated with Social Security). Employees hired on or
after January 1, 2013 who are considered a new member of CalPERS per PEPRA regulations, will
contribute 50% of the “total cost” for the 2% @ 62 Retirement Plan (integrated with Social Security).
Participation is mandatory.

Social Security: Employer/Employees pay into the Social Security system through payroll
deduction.

Deferred Compensation Plan: The Deputy City Manager may voluntarily participate in a tax -
deferred retirement plan, which allows employees to defer a part of their wages and at the same
time, lower their state and federal income taxes. City contributions may be provided for the Deputy
City Manager up to $2,100.

Holidays: The City normally observes twelve (12) holidays a year and employees receive an
additional floating holiday for their birthday each year.

Vacation: Vacation is accumulated at the rate of one day for each month worked. Beginning with The City of Selma
the sixth year of service, additional vacation is accumulated for longevity up to a maximum of 24
days a year. invites your interest for the position of

Administrative Leave: The Deputy City Manager receives 40 hours of administrative leave per fiscal
year.

Sick Leave: Sick leave is accumulated at the rate of one workday a month.
Group Insurance: The Deputy City Manager may participate in health, dental, vision and group life

insurance programs. The City pays approximately 90% of these premiums for the employee and Deputy City Manager of
eligible dependents.

Stipends: A cell phone stipend and car allowance are provided for the Deputy City Manager.

Administrative Services
The Process
To apply for this exceptional career

opportunity, please submit your cover letter,
resume, and contact information including

email addresses for five work-related

references (who will not be called until mutual

interest is established and you have approved

the contact) to:

Christina Arias

Human Resources Manager

City of Selma

1710 Tucker Street

Selma, CA 93662

E-mail: ChristinaA@cityofselma.com

(559) 891-2200 x3100

This position will remain open until filled, with the first review of applications by City staff occurring

March 25, 2022. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the HR department.

The Community The Position and Ideal Candidate Profile
Selma is a rapidly growing community of almost
25,000 residents, located in the central San Within this the setting, the City Manager is responsible for administering all city functions and operations.

Joaquin Valley. Selma is widely known for its Organizationally, all City departments and operations are organized under two functional divisions of the City

small town charm as well as its big city Manager’s Office. These divisions include the Administrative Services Division and the Development Division.

development. Team Selma, an economic Each division is headed by a Deputy City Manager responsible for planning, directing, and managing City

development partnership comprised of public functions and operations through the respective department heads or unit managers/staff. In addition,

and private entities, spreads the welcome mat incumbents of the Deputy City Manager classifications are considered exempt employees and serve at the will

for potential business owners and developers and pleasure of the City Manager.

with phenomenal results. Selma’s location, at the The Administrative Services Division includes the following departmental or functional operations:
crossroads of State Routes 99 and 43, makes it a
regional hub for southeast Fresno County as well Finance/Treasurer

as neighboring Tulare and Kings Counties. Selma Human Resources/Benefits Administration

is within convenient traveling distance to Labor Relations

California’s two largest market areas, Los Angeles and San Francisco. It is neighbored by recreational areas Risk Management

of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and California’s Coastal Region. Selma has industrial space available for Information Technology

most any type of business, and industrial land is readily available for development. Purchasing

Contract Management
Both new and long-time residents are discovering and rediscovering the joys of living in this delightful
community. Selma provides an ideal location for shopping in its beautiful downtown and other shopping In addition to the administrative duties and responsibilities listed above, the incumbent of the Deputy City
centers. Countless events offered through the City, the Chamber of Commerce, schools, churches and other Manager – Administrative Services classification is responsible for assisting the City Manager ensure the efficient
community groups make Selma a great place to live, work and play. The Raisin Festival and a car show are and effective operation of the city functions assigned to the Administrative Services Division. The incumbent
held annually. The Selma Arts Center designed by renowned architect, Arthur Dyson, is a performing and provides expert advice and assistance to the City Manager, department heads, and senior managers within the
visual arts center serving as the focal point and destination for Downtown Selma. Selma is a progressive, scope of their operational assignments and with respect to the administrative operations of the City.
growing community that strives to retain small town qualities and lifestyle. Selma ’s quaint Central Business Furthermore, the incumbent may be designated as Acting City Manager when the City Manager is out of state or
District has continued to thrive and the City’s five other shopping areas provide a complete shopping otherwise unavailable to administer the operations of the City. Therefore, due to the sensitive nature of this
experience for the wide range of ethnic and cultural backgrounds that make Selma an All -American city. classification and its relationship to the City Manager, the incumbent is expected to develop and maintain a close
professional working relationship with and demonstrate active loyalty to the City Manager.
Top quality educational facilities abound in or near Selma. Selma has eleven schools, with an enrollment of

about 6,000 (including High School, Middle School, Elementary, and Alternative Schools). Selma also has
several private school facilities, from pre-school to sixth grade levels. California State University at Fresno, Minimum Qualifications

Fresno Pacific College, Reedley Community College, Fresno City College, and several vocational schools are Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree that is acceptable with the United States’ accredited college or
nearby. university system in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or
a closely related discipline.
Selma is home to several major health care facilities including Adventist Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente

Possession of a master’s degree that is acceptable within the United States’ accredited college or
Medical Clinic, Central Valley Family Health, Selma Convalescent Home, and Eye -Q Vision Center.

university system, in any of the disciplines listed above, or a closely related discipline, may
substitute for one (1) of the five (5) years of the required work experience.
City Government

Experience: Minimum five (5) years of full-time, paid governmental work experience in a managerial or higher-

level capacity involving management of one or more of the following functions/programs: human
The City of Selma is a General Law city, operating with a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council

resources, public sector labor relations, benefits administration,
is comprised of four council member districts and a mayor elected at-large. Council members are elected to

purchasing and contract management, information technology, and
alternating four-year terms with elections held in even-numbered years. The mayor is elected every two years.

budget planning and development.
City government operates under the direction of the City Manager, who oversees city operations through seven
departments including the City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Police, Fire, Public Works, Community

Development, Finance/Treasurer, and Recreation/Community Services. The City Manager and the City Attorney A full job description and application details can be found at:
are appointed by the City Council. The City Manager appoints and directs all department heads.

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