Board Clerk

Chino Basin Water Conservation District; Montclair (CA); On-site; USD 6,505,000 - 8,534,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chino Basin Water Conservation District in California seeks a Board Clerk to perform advanced, multi-functional administrative support for the Clerk of the Board office. This full-time, non-exempt role runs 8:00 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekend events. Requirements include a bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative experience, with 2–3 years in a board/clerk setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in public administration, business, finance, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively advanced-level administrative experience, with at least 2-3 years directly related to the primary duties and essential functions specified, preferably with a Board Clerk/City Clerk's Office.
• Certification as a Municipal Clerk (CMC) by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks is highly desirable.

Skills

Administrative experience

Board Clerk/City Clerk experience

Mentoring interns

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, finance, or related field

Municipal Clerk (CMC) certification desirable

Job description

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Chino Basin Water Conservation District (District) is recognized as an innovative and effective water conservation organization. The District is dedicated to the protection of the Chino Groundwater Basin to ensure that the current and future water needs of the region are met. Its core business is two-pronged: (1) increase water supply through groundwater percolation; and (2) decrease water demand through conservation education, workforce training, and services. The District provides programs, services, and resources to audiences of all ages and backgrounds to cultivate a community-wide conservation ethic and build regional capacity for water resilience.

THE BOARD CLERK POSITION:

The Board Clerk is an advanced-level position that performs all functions necessary for the efficient operations of the Clerk of the Board office, including providing advanced and multi-functional administrative support to the department. Receives general supervision from the Administrative Services Manager/Assistant General Manager (ASM/AGM) and supports the General Manager as needed. The incumbent in this position does not routinely exercise supervision, but may serve as a lead administrative resource for the department in the absence of the ASM/AGM and may assist with mentoring junior administrative staff, interns, and consultants as assigned. This is a full-time 40 hours per week, non-exempt under FLSA standards, and hourly position that works a standard 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. work schedule Monday-Friday. This position requires occasional evenings and weekend work to assist with special events, as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in public administration, business, finance, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is accepted.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively advanced-level administrative experience, with at least 2-3 years directly related to the primary duties and essential functions specified, preferably with a Board Clerk/City Clerk's Office.
• Any recent training such as academic courses and certification programs, which are relevant to this job classification. Certification as a Municipal Clerk (CMC) by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks is highly desirable.

COMPENSATION:

The hourly range for the position Board Clerk: $47.22- $61.95 (% COLA effective January 1, 2027).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the physical skills and work environment, as described in the job description.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The District reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via email or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will results in removal from the recruitment process.