Local Government Jobs Board

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The Jobs Board offers local governments a low-cost opportunity to announce job opportunities to 21,000 public administrators throughout the state. Postings are made on the Job Board and highlighted in the daily e-mail.


San Mateo County- Seeks to hire a Chief Investment Officer for the Division of the Retirement Association. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and receiving general direction from the SamCERA Retirement Board, the candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a continuous plan of investment practices and formulating investment philosophy and strategies for the retirement association. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or related field, certification as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and ten (10) years of full-time professional experience leading investment staff. Annual salary up to $183,601 (3/8). 

City of Irvine- Seeks a proactive, action oriented and result driven individual to serve as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for the Orange County Great Park. The PIO will be the Great Park’s primary media contact, write and edit press releases and facilitate media relations for Great Park events, programs and development. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, with excellent public relations skills, solid and cooperative media relationships and knowledge of the evolving digital and social media fields. Requires a Bachelor’s degree with six (6) years professional journalism, marketing or public relations experience, or any equivalent combination. Candidates with experience working in large, complex and high profile organizations will be considered favorably (Apply immediately).

City of Irvine- Seeks a seasoned and talented individual to serve as the new Engineering Manager. The Manager will be responsible for planning, managing and overseeing Traffic Engineering, Development Engineering and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project Management. The ideal candidate will have impressive business and negotiations skills with experience in managing capital, public works and traffic signal timing projects. A Bachelor’s degree; and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in a broad range of public works programs in a public or private agency is required. MA/MS and California Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Traffic Engineer (T.E.) are highly desirable (Apply immediately).

City of Irvine- The Human Resources Administrator will have responsibility for planning, organizing and directly participating in the operations of major human resources functions with city-wide impact, which may include recruitment, organizational development/training, policy formation and interpretation, labor/employee relations, performance appraisal/pay for performance, leave and benefits administration, and classification/compensation programs. A Bachelor’s degree in Personnel Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, or related field and six (6) years of progressively responsible municipal personnel management experience is required. Master’s degree preferred. Applications will be evaluated as received and the recruitment may be closed at any time.

City of Irvine- Seeks a seasoned and professional Risk Management Administrator who will be responsible for analyzing and controlling the City’s risk exposures and limiting losses to its human, financial, and physical assets; developing appropriate risk financing techniques and insurance strategies; overseeing claims and assisting in minimizing litigation; and developing appropriate risk management policies. This position reports to The Human Resources Manager, supervises the work of two full-time employees and oversees $6.7 million in the City’s self-insurance fund. Requires a relevant BS/BA with six (6) years of progressively responsible personnel/risk management experience or an equivalent combination. ARM certification is preferred. This is a continuous recruitment and interested applicants should apply immediately.

City of Bell- The City Manager will team with the new City Council and lead the organization and community into the future. Opportunities abound to select a new team of professional department heads to assist in contemporizing the organization, provide quality government services, and improve civic pride. The City Manager will also focus on economic development, General Plan development, and the disposition and use of City property. Join in the renewal of the City of Bell – what better opportunity to contribute your proven experience and commitment to local government (3/5).

Siskiyou County- Is seeking to hire the position of County Administrative Officer (CAO). The Board appoints this position, as well as other non-elected Department Heads. The mission of the CAO is to provide leadership and guidance to the County organization in implementing Board policy while improving the effective operation and fiscal integrity of the County. A Bachelor’s Degree in public/business administration or a related fields and seven (7) years of increasingly responsible management experience in a public administration position is required. Salary will be negotiated by the Board of Supervisors (3/16).

City of Oakland- is recruiting to fill one Treasury Analyst II vacancy in the Finance and Management Agency. Under direction, incumbents resolve moderately difficult treasury (banking) and auditing problems; assist with the development and maintenance of treasury (banking) systems; prepare financial statements and reports; interface with departmental representatives; train and provide lead direction to assigned staff; and perform related duties as assigned. A Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and one (1) year of professional experience is required. Annual salary $61,849-75,940 (2/22).

City of San Diego- The Internal Auditor of the San Diego City Employees’ Retirement System reports directly to the Board of Administration through the Audit Committee. The Internal Auditor is authorized by the Board to engage in independent audit programs, risk assessments and to coordinate audit efforts with external auditors. A Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of service in internal auditing for a governmental entity or publicly held or private company is required. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience (2/17).

Solano County Transit Authority- Established in December 2010, SolTrans is located in Vallejo. It was created to consolidate transit services that formerly operated in Benicia and Vallejo. The Executive Director is the leadership staff position at SolTrans responsible for managing, budgeting, and planning the public transit system. The ideal candidate will have at least five (5) years experience in public transportation and be able to successfully lead a department. Annual salary $126,000-$150,000 (3/9).

Inyo County- Seeks a hands on leader to serve as a full-line assistant to the County Administrator. The Deputy County Administrator, or Senior Deputy County Administrator will have a Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a government agency, including two (2) years of management experience. The candidate possessing the strongest skills listed by Inyo County will be invited to explore this opportunity. Annual salary $76,444-$113,052 (Open until filled).

City of San Rafael- Seeks to hire a Library Director to serve the increasingly diverse residents of the city. This position is part of the executive management team. The incumbent administers and manages all aspects of service, including collection development, technical services, coordination of services for children and teens, branch library operations and information technology. A Master’s in Library Science and seven (7) years of experience in the field is require. Annual salary $105,048-$127,692 (3/2).

City of Lompoc- Seeks applicants for Accounting Supervisor. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a closely related field AND varied progressive professional-level accounting experience and training (emphasis in municipal accounting, financial analysis and financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable, and/or accounts receivable). Supervisory experience or training is highly desirable. Information systems technology experience or training, as it applies to accounting, is desirable. Annual salary $63,840-$77,604 (2/29).

City of Duarte- Seeks a Public Works Manager to oversee the Public Works Division of the Community Development Department. The ideal candidate will be a team player that is detail oriented and will approach the job with confidence and creative thinking. The position requires a manager that has strong communication skills, is innovative and has the ability to build relationships with the co-workers, Commissions and the public. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, public administration or a related field is required along with six (6) years of responsible experience. Annual salary $91,584-$108,936 (3/13).

Building Industry Association of Southern California Inc.- BIASC has an immediate opening for a senior level Vice President of Government Affairs. The position is responsible for the strategic direction, coordination, and implementation of the government affairs function and works closely within the regional association to provide policy and political coordination with local chapters, and in house legal counsel. A Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in legislative affairs, lobbying, or involvement in a PAC is required. Master’s preferred. This is a salaried position. Submit electronic applications to Nicole Brackett at nbrackett@biasc.org, or call (949) 553-9500 (Open until filled).

City of San Fernando- The new Police Chief will be dedicated to a standard of excellence in promoting and maintaining a safe and peaceful community. A Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years supervisory experience in an organized police functions at time of appointment Possession of a P.O.S.T. management certificate and completion of the FBI National Academy is desirable. Current annual salary $144,000 (Open until filled).

City of Rancho Cucamonga- Seeks to hire a Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services with an established track-record of strategic thinking in municipal government. Competitive candidates will be effective leaders, dedicated to excellence, and possess strong communication skills. A Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of increasingly responsible senior level experience is required. A Master’s degree is desirable. Monthly salary $9,522-$13,500 (Open until filled).