Deputy City Clerk I (U)

Salary : $72,964.32 - $87,164.88 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA 92401, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-10650-10
Department: Office of the City Clerk
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: 11/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

About the Position:The Deputy City Clerk I (U) is an entry-level classification in the Deputy City Clerk series and plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the City Clerk's Office. Under general supervision, this position performs responsible administrative and clerical duties that ensure the efficient, accurate, and lawful conduct of City Council meetings, elections, and official City records.
This role provides hands-on involvement with City Council agendas and minutes, municipal code maintenance, conflict of interest filings, and public records, while also assisting with City elections and Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) requirements. The Deputy City Clerk I regularly interacts with City officials, staff, candidates, commissions, and the public, providing information and guidance on City Clerk functions and Council-approved actions.

This position is in the City's unclassified service and is at-will. The employee may be terminated at any time, with or without cause, and without the right of appeal.
What You'll Be Doing Here

The Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented with a strong administrative background and a demonstrated interest in municipal governance and public service. They are dependable, discreet, and comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information while working under strict deadlines. This individual has excellent written communication skills, takes pride in producing accurate and polished work, and understands the importance of transparency and compliance in public meetings, elections, and records management. They work well both independently and as part of a team, provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders, and are eager to grow professionally within the City Clerk's Office and the broader organization.

A Day in the Life:
A typical day for a Deputy City Clerk I may begin with reviewing and proofreading City Council agenda materials, preparing correspondence, or responding to public and staff inquiries regarding Council actions or City records. Throughout the day, the Deputy City Clerk I may assist with maintaining official records, updating commission and committee rosters, tracking term expirations, and ensuring compliance with the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and FPPC requirements. During election cycles, the role includes supporting candidate filing processes, reviewing election documents, and providing guidance to candidates and the public. The position regularly supports meetings by preparing minutes, maintaining calendars, and coordinating with departments, while also serving as a key support resource within the City Clerk's Office to ensure City operations run smoothly and efficiently.
For more information on this position, please click here: Deputy City Clerk I (U)

What You Need to Qualify

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, G.E.D. AND four (4) years of highly responsible administrative experience involving the development and maintenance of detailed and complex records and legal documents, the meeting of critical deadlines and the interpretation of laws, regulations, and other legal requirements; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and completion of Certified Municipal Clerk courses is highly desirable

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid California driver's license is required.
Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures, and requirements governing the actions of an elected City Council and the general functions of a municipal government.
• Organization, functions, procedures, and rules of the Council and Council Committees.
• Municipal Code provisions related to the operations of the City Clerk's function and matters which come before the Council and its Committees.
• Rules and procedures governing the notice and conduct of public hearings.
• The Brown Act and the Public Records Act.
• Election procedures and Fair Political Practices Commission rules and requirements.
• Standard office administrative practices and procedures.
• Principles and practices of standard business communication.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Principles and practices of effective customer service.
• Standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Skill in:

• Operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on work assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Proofreading materials
• Attending Council and commission meetings and preparing minutes.
• Analyzing and interpreting administrative policies and procedures, regulations, legal documents and contracts.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Meeting critical deadlines while maintaining sufficient flexibility to meet other office needs.
• Preparing clear, concise, and accurate documents.
• Exercising tact and diplomacy in interpersonal dealings which are difficult, highly sensitive, and confidential.
• Demonstrating the highest levels of customer service to internal and external customers.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Providing customer service.

Recruitment Timeline

This recruitment will close on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:59pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications review: Week of Tuesday, November 10, 2026

1st Interview: Week of November 16, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)

2nd Interview: Week of November 23, 2026, or agreed upon date by both HR recruiter & Dept (TENTATIVE)
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**

How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the City's official website at www.sbcity.org. This recruitment will remain open until Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.

Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.

Successful candidates shall be required to:

• Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
• Degree verification
• Pass a pre-employment medical exam, which includes a Drug screen.
• Starting salary based on education and/or experience and internal equity.

Additional information is available at
The City offers an attractive Management/Confidential Group benefit package, which includes:
01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education:

• Less than High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Less than 2 years of
• 2+ years of college
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher

02

How many years of highly responsible administrative experience do you have involving complex records, legal documents, or regulatory requirements?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 6 years
• 6 years or more

03

Please describe your administrative experience related to municipal governance, records management, elections, or legislative support. All experience described must be clearly reflected in your application work history. Experience not listed in your application may not be considered.
04

Have you completed any Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) courses or obtained the CMC designation?

• I currently hold the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation.
• I have completed all required CMC coursework but have not obtained the designation.
• I have completed some CMC coursework.
• I have not completed any CMC coursework.

Required Question