Director of Government Services
Job in
Aliso Viejo, Orange County, California, 92656, USA
Listing for:
City of Aliso Viejo
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
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Government
Government Affairs
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Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly
USD
125000.00
150000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The City of Aliso Viejo is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional with outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills to join our team as our next Director of Government Services. The Director of Government Services will play a crucial role in overseeing the operation of the Government Services Department, including City Clerk functions, public information, and records management.
This position reports directly to the City Manager.
General Purpose
Under general direction, plans, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of the City Clerk’s Office, serving the City Council, City Manager, and the general public; coordinates legislative, elections, and records administration functions and works with other departments, officials, and the general public; oversees and manages programs and activities of the public information function within the City Manager’s Office; coordinates media and community relations activities to ensure publicity and outreach for City programs, services and events;
and performs related duties as assigned.
Essential Functions
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Provides leadership for City Clerk functions; directs the organization, preparation, printing, assembly and distribution of City Council agendas and related materials. Attends City Council meetings and directs the recording and maintaining of the minutes of the proceedings. Oversees the publication, filing and indexing of all City Council proceedings; the indexing, retrieval and retention of all official City documents; and maintenance of legislative history.
Supervises the maintenance and update of the City Municipal Code and Zoning Code.Directs the public information program for the City; directs the preparation of press releases, publicity, announcements, articles, letters and position papers on City programs, policies and actions, as well as community events and activities. Ensures dissemination of positive and accurate information to the public; serves the community through outreach efforts, including social media, digital content, and search engine optimization; engages and interacts with the media.Plans, coordinates and directs all municipal election activities to ensure compliance with local, State, Federal laws and standards. Serves as the filing officer for requirements of the Political Reform Act, monitors changes in law, and administers campaign disclosure laws.Reviews, signs and ensures the proper dissemination of public and legal notices in accordance with State open meeting laws; notarizes documents for the City, staff, and public and maintains related files, or manages such activities.Manages and participates in the development and administration of the City Clerk’s Office and Public Information budget, including proposed budget adjustments.Executes and certifies official City documents; maintains custody of City Seal; administers and files oaths and affirmations; takes affidavits and depositions pertaining to City affairs.Coordinates City Clerk’s Office activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the City Council prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence.Administers required filings such as Conflict of Interest Statements and Financial and Campaign Disclosure Statements.Administers the City’s Records Management and Archives programs (Laser Fiche), including the City’s annual Free the Files Day and the community annual document shredding/destruction/identity theft/e-waste event; coordinates and responds to public records requests including requests for copies of blueprints/building plans.Answers public inquiries on a variety of issues such as business licenses, other departmental matters, and general information about the City or elections and records management procedures; resolves complaints and directs questions to appropriate departments.Prepares staff reports and…
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