City Council PSE 14 (Community Liaison) Apply
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The Position
Recruitment may close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately
The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.
Job Opening at the Office of City Councilmember Dan Kalb!
District 1 Oakland City Councilmember, Dan Kalb, is seeking to fill the Community Liaison position in his office with someone who has demonstrated a strong public interest orientation. The Councilmember represents North Oakland neighborhoods and runs a very active, effective and fast-paced office with a team of three staff members.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Respond to and troubleshoot constituent email and phone inquiries, concerns, and requests;
- Research, develop, draft, and advocate for local legislation;
- Communicate and work alongside staff in other City departments to resolve constituent concerns, and in order to develop legislation;
- Attend City Council meetings and prepare the Councilmembers meeting materials;
- Recruitment of interns and direct supervision or delegation of supervision of interns;
- Staff Councilmember on one or more Council committees;
- Coordinate and assist with community relations, outreach, media relations and communications;
- Assist with writing newsletter articles, and maintain Councilmember website;
- Organize and manage District One specific events (including some on evenings and weekends);
- Attend various monthly community meetings and represent the Councilmember in selected North Oakland neighborhoods (sometimes on evenings and weekends);
- Fulfill other office administration and outreach responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Requirements for Application
Qualifications/Skills include: Excellent writing and people skills, fast learning ability, meticulous attention to detail, and work schedule flexibility are musts. Experience with government-related customer service, legislation, government budgets, community relations, advocacy and communications, event organizing, as well as ability to stay well-organized and composed, juggle multiple responsibilities and get things done in a fast paced and ever-changing environment are essential. Candidates should have a passion for helping people and improving Oakland communities. Bachelors Degree is required. Preference for Oakland resident.
Supplemental Information
This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Thank you for your interest in
How to Apply
Councilmember Kalb always seeks an office whose staff reflect the diversity of Oakland. Applications accepted until filled. The position is full-time (includes some evening and occasional weekend hours), salaried with excellent benefits.
Please send your up-to-date resum, letter of interest, and a brief writing sample to Keara ODoherty, Chief of Staff, kodoherty@oaklandca.gov with Community Liaison Position in the subject line. No calls please.
Agency
City of Oakland
Address
150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza - 2nd Floor
Oakland, California, 94612
Phone
(510) 238-3112
Website
http://www.oaklandca.gov/
The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*:
- CalPERS Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Medical Waiver Plan Cash-In-Lieu
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits
- Group & Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
- Pension Benefits
- Deferred Compensation
- Specific benefits may vary depending on the assigned specific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
