Operations Support Specialist

Operations Support Specialist

The current vacancy is in the Development Services department.

Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to difficult administrative and operational support to various City services and programs, which may include customer service, utilization of specialized computer software, record keeping, and filing; contributes to continuous service improvement efforts; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties: Prepares correspondence, reports, charts, forms, and specialized documents related to the functions of the organizational unit to which assigned from drafts, or brief instructions, using a variety of computer software programs or preformatted documents; obtains information from customers to coordinate City services with staff; explains service requirements, fee structures, and other administrative rules to communicate services.

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, supplemental questionnaire and resume that they meet the below requirements:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; AND
• One (1) year of recent experience in an administrative or related capacity; OR
• Equivalent combination of training, certification and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
• Possession of a valid California class "C" driver's licenses
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Full job description linked above.

Oral Appraisal Interview: June 25th, 2026 (Tentative) The method of examination may include one or more of the following: written exam; oral exam; evaluation of education, training, experience, or other qualifications as shown by the application; or by other information submitted, or by the record; questionnaires submitted to references; or any other appropriate measure of fitness. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. POSTMARKS will not be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Police Trainee Unit
• Supervisory & Management Unit

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.