What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant to the City Attorney position at City of Berkeley, CA?
Berkeley is seeking a well-qualified individual with strong analytical and communication skills to fill the position of Assistant to the City Attorney. This position provides highly responsible and specialized administrative and analytical and support within the City Attorney’s Office and performs related work as assigned.
If you are a self-motivated candidate with a strong professional work ethic and with a passion for public service, take the next step in your career today!
CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThe Assistant to the City Attorney is a single level classification within the City Attorney’s Office. This class performs sensitive, complex and difficult analytical work as a member of the City Attorney’s staff, including providing analytical support on issues that have significant City or community implications. Incumbents have considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, particularly when representing the City Attorney’s Office in meetings with other agencies, boards and commissions and community groups.
A TYPICAL WAY OF GAINING THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS OUTLINED ABOVE IS:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or related field and four (4) years of increasingly responsible analytical experience in a municipal government environment that included the development and administration of programs.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Specified positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be a current member of the California State Bar Association. Must be willing and able to attend evening meetings.
Note: The level and scope of the knowledges and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Class Characteristics.
Knowledge of:
1. Principles, practices and techniques of project management;
2. Principles and practices of public administration, including principles of organization, budgeting, fiscal analysis, long-range financial planning, and the functions and activities of a municipal government;
3. Pertinent local, state and federal rules, regulations and laws;
4. Modern office procedures and computer equipment;
5. Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management;
6. Methods of complex research and technical report writing.
Ability to:
1. Effectively represent the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business and professional organizations;
2. Conduct analytical, management, and operational studies, evaluating alternatives, and making sound, effective recommendations;
3. Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion;
4. Interpret and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations;
5. Evaluate programs and services from an operational and productivity standpoint;
6. Prepare clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence and other written materials;
7. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
8. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following:
- CITY OF BERKELEY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
- RESUME
- RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
All application materials will be reviewed to ensure all materials have been submitted and to verify qualifications.
- Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position and to ensure all materials have been submitted.
- Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will undergo a competitive review and assessment of their supplemental questionnaire, and education/training and experience to determine the best qualified applicants.
Only a limited number of the best qualified applicants will be invited to move forward in the process. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring department(s) will use to conduct final selection interviews. Hiring Department(s) will contact applicants directly if selected to participate in their hiring/selection process.
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background / reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency / disaster.
Exam Access Accommodation: In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Berkeley will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-981-6800 | hr@cityofberkeley.info |2180 Milvia 1st Floor, Berkeley, CA 94704. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.
Alternative Application Formats: This application material is available in alternative formats upon request. Alternative formats include audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc. Please contact the ADA Coordinator, 2180 Milvia Street, Berkeley | Phone: 1-(510)-981-6300 | TTY: 1-(510)-981-6347| ADA@cityofberkeley.info and allow 7-10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
The City of Berkeley is an EEO/ADA Employer.
