City Clerk - Hollister, California
The City of Hollister is nestled in San Benito County, 47 miles South of San Jose, along Highway 156 near the San Luis Reservoir. Historically an agricultural community established by ranchers and farmers, Hollister has a population of more than 40,000 residents and has developed into an anchor community for the surrounding area, drawing residents, businesses, and tourists to its beautiful weather, charming downtown, abundant recreational opportunities, diverse work force, friendly people, and rural roots. Hollister Hills offers over 6,800 acres of scenic and varied terrain for off-highway vehicles as well as dedicated hiking, bicycling, & equestrian trails. Only miles away from Pinnacles National Park, and with back country roads for bikers, the City is an ideal location for nature-lovers. Hollister is home to the widely popular Independence Day Motorcycle Rally, which began in 1947 and is believed to be the event that gave rise to the “American Biker”. For more information on this charming city, please visit the City of Hollister’s website at www.hollister.ca.gov
The ideal candidate is versed at the various City Clerk roles and functions, including agenda development, elections process, the Public Records Act, and is familiar with working in a General Law city. The City seeks candidates with a commitment to high-touch customer service to serve and respond to residents, elected officials, businesses, and City staff. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the City Clerk will manage and coordinate the duties of the City Clerk’s office and will work collaboratively with the City Attorney’s office and City departments in facilitating the Council’s vision, while upholding the duties and role of the Clerk’s Office with confidence and independence. The next City Clerk will have experience working with elected officials, appointed commissioners, and will serve as an ambassador of the City to the community, ensuring that the public has access to timely information, while being impartial, unbiased, even-handed, and apolitical. Strong interpersonal skills, a calm demeanor under pressure, and a customer service orientation are critical to the role of the City Clerk.
The annual salary range is $137,000 to $147,000. Placement within this range is dependent upon qualifications.
Filing Deadline: August 18, 2022
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.
