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Assistant City Manager
$52k-64k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Weeks Ago
The City of Bakersfield is Hiring an Assistant City Manager Near Bakersfield, CA
Description SALARY $83.03 - $100.94 / Hour
$14,392.39 - $17,495.57 / Month
Please note: An additional salary increase of 5% will be effective 7/1/24 FILING DEADLINE: Continuous.
The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on June 27, 2024.
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, performs complex work in assisting the City Manager in the general operation and management of the City government. Plans, organizes, integrates, directs, and coordinates activities; plays a central role in developing and providing direction to staff related to implementation of City policy, City Council strategic goals and priority programs of the City; provides assistance to the City Manager with work of great complexity and sensitivity. Acts as an executive and is assigned responsibility for departments and specific functional areas; provides policy guidance and fosters cooperative working relationships with civic groups, inter- governmental agencies, and City staff; acts as the City Manager on a delegated basis.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and directs the work and results of specified functional areas and units; Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned functions; Coordinates complex projects between departments on behalf of the City Manager; Directs the selection, supervision, and performance evaluation of personnel; Provides administrative oversight in one or more of the assigned program areas, annual budget preparation, labor negotiations with bargaining units.
Minimum QualificationsClick here for full job description.
RequirementsApplications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire and resume that they meet the below requirements:
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
(Tentative) The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Full Summary Of Benefits By Bargaining Unit
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14 years of service: 20 days per year.
Vacation - Fire Safety Shift Personnel Only1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16 years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
$14,392.39 - $17,495.57 / Month
Please note: An additional salary increase of 5% will be effective 7/1/24 FILING DEADLINE: Continuous.
The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on June 27, 2024.
Under administrative direction of the City Manager, performs complex work in assisting the City Manager in the general operation and management of the City government. Plans, organizes, integrates, directs, and coordinates activities; plays a central role in developing and providing direction to staff related to implementation of City policy, City Council strategic goals and priority programs of the City; provides assistance to the City Manager with work of great complexity and sensitivity. Acts as an executive and is assigned responsibility for departments and specific functional areas; provides policy guidance and fosters cooperative working relationships with civic groups, inter- governmental agencies, and City staff; acts as the City Manager on a delegated basis.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and directs the work and results of specified functional areas and units; Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned functions; Coordinates complex projects between departments on behalf of the City Manager; Directs the selection, supervision, and performance evaluation of personnel; Provides administrative oversight in one or more of the assigned program areas, annual budget preparation, labor negotiations with bargaining units.
Minimum QualificationsClick here for full job description.
RequirementsApplications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire and resume that they meet the below requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration or related field; AND
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible governmental management providing familiarity with a wide range of municipal services; including supervisory, experience in areas and functions which will have provided the requisite program; and organizational process knowledge base; OR
- An equivalent combination of training, certification and experience may be substituted for the above requirements;
- Master’s degree in Business or Public Administration preferred
- Possession of a valid Class “C” driver's license
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
(Tentative) The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Full Summary Of Benefits By Bargaining Unit
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14 years of service: 20 days per year.
Vacation - Fire Safety Shift Personnel Only1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16 years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$52k-64k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
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