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DEPUTY CITY CLERK

Location

Cathedral City, CA

Job Type

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE

Job Number

26-02

Department

City Administration

Opening Date

01/12/2026

Closing Date

1/26/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON-REP

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Description

TAKE YOUR CAREER TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN PUBLIC SERVICE. JOIN THE CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY TEAM!

The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a 3% salary increase effective July 2026.

This position offers an excellent work-life balance with a 4/10 schedule, providing three-day weekends every week. Depending on departmental needs, the flex day will be either Monday or Friday, giving you extra time to rest and recharge. The City of Cathedral City is a great place to work, offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; deferred compensation; a cafeteria-style benefits plan; wellness reimbursement; generous paid time off; and more.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

MONDAY, JANUARY 26 AT 5:00 PM

THE POSITION

Under direct supervision of the City Clerk, performs complex administrative and technical duties in support of the City Clerk’s Office, City Manager, and City Council, including maintaining official City records and documents, assisting with municipal election activities, and the preparation of the City Council and other public meeting agendas, packets and minutes, assist with the maintenance and dissemination of official records, full fill the duties and responsibilities of the City Clerk in his or her absence; and performs other duties as required.

Important Position Information:

+ May require flexible scheduling or work extended hours to attend Council meetings

+ Work may involve travel to offsite meeting locations

+ Incumbents may be required to work varying shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and overtime to attend meetings outside of regular business hours

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions in this classification typically perform a range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

+ Provides direct and confidential support to the City Manager, City Clerk, City Council members, and commissions.

+ Maintains and processes official City documents, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, minutes, and legal records; ensures proper indexing, retention, and accessibility.

+ Prepares, posts, and distributes City Council agendas, minutes, and supporting materials; attends meetings as required.

+ Supports municipal election activities, including candidate filings, campaign statements, and coordination with County election officials.

+ Administers the City's records management program; oversees document imaging, retention schedules, and destruction processes.

+ Processes Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) filings, including Form 700s and campaign disclosure statements.

+ Responds to public records requests; researches and provides information to staff and public.

+ Maintains the City's Municipal Code and coordinates updates with codification service.

+ Certifies official City documents and administers oaths.

+ Serves as a backup to the City Clerk in their absence.

+ Performs related administrative support duties as assigned.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Any combination of training and experience that provides the above listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way would be:

Traditional Path:

+ Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field

+ Two years of administrative experience supporting a public body

+ Required: Ability to obtain Notary Public license

+ Desired: Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC)

Experience Path:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public agency

+ Two years of direct experience with agenda preparation, records maintenance, and meeting support

+ Required: Ability to obtain a Notary Public license

+ Desired: Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC)

Other Requirements

Valid California Driver’s License.

To view the full job description, click here. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cathedralcityca/classspecs/newprint/972065)

Based on the information provided in the application documents, qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application final filing deadline.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at [email protected].

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must submit official/unofficial transcripts verifying completed courses and degree information upon request.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The City of Cathedral City is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

A resume and a completed City of Cathedral City application are required. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of City application.

The City does not participate in the Social Security system except for a mandatory Medicare

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

The City provides an outstanding benefits plan that includes:

- Bilingual pay

- CalPERS Health Insurance plus other Benefits

- CalPERS Retirement

- Certification and Education Incentives

- Deferred Compensation

- Educational Reimbursement

- Employee Assistance Program

- Holidays

- Life Insurance | Long Term Disability

- Sick Leave

- Vacation Accrual

- Wellness

Benefit description per bargaining unit are available for review on the City's website www.joincathedralcity.org

AFSCME– General Unit

CCPFA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=455) – Cathedral City Professional Firefighters Association

CCFMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=4636) – Cathedral City Fire Management Association

CCPOA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=457) – Cathedral City Police Officer Association

CCPMA (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5416) – Cathedral City Police Management Association

Non-Represented Employees (http://www.cathedralcity.gov/home/showdocument?id=5199)

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, and reference to resume or application may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

+ YES

+ NO

02

Please indicate the highest level of education completed. Note - if selected for panel interviews, a copy of your degree/transcripts must be submitted prior to the interviews.

+ Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field

+ Bachelor's degree in another field

+ Some college

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Other

03

Do you have any of the following certifications? Check all that apply.

+ Masters Municipal Clerk (MMC)

+ Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC)

+ Public Notary

+ No certificates

04

Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible experience in a City Clerk's Office or similar government setting that you possess.

+ Five (5) years or more

+ Three (3) to Four (4) years

+ Two (2) to three (3) years

+ Less than two (2) years

+ No experience

05

Explain how your previous work experience, training, and/or education have prepared you for the position of Deputy City Clerk. If you have no experience, please indicate "N/A". Note, experience must also be listed on your application.

06

This position may require non-traditional work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays for meetings and special project deadlines. Please specify your availability.

+ I acknowledge this position may require non-traditional work hours. Yes, I am available.

+ I acknowledge this position may require non-traditional work hours. No, I am not available.

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Employer

City of Cathedral City

Address

68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero

Cathedral City, California, 92234

Website

http://www.joincathedralcity.org

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