City of San Rafael

Job class specification

Job title: Community Services Division Director

Summary

The Community Services Division Director will assist the Assistant City Manager to manage, direct, supervise, and coordinate the activities of the Community Services Division (Division) of the City Manager’s Department; serve as a specialist, liaison, and advocate for Community Services Division programs, with regular contact and interactions with City executive and mid-management positions, other public agencies, community organizations, regulatory and governmental agencies, and members of the public; prepare reports and conduct presentations to City Council, Boards, Commissions, and community groups; work cross-departmentally throughout the City and with community partners on homelessness related projects and service that support community well-being for vulnerable populations ;support development and management of department budget; and perform other related duties.

Essential duties and responsibilities

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.

• Assist in developing division goals and objectives; assist in the development of and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize and direct activities of the Community Services Division.
• Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of the Division’s work plans; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Prepare the Division’s budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administer the approved budget.
• Recommend the recruitment and hire of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the department, implement discipline procedures.
• Represent the department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
• Lead the development of temporary, interim, or other related shelter programs or projects.
• Coordinate and integrate Division operations, including street outreach, encampment management and resolutions, and other related issues with other