COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR - CITY OF SAN MARINO, CALIFORNIA - PECKHAM & MCKENNEY
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Community
Services Director
City of San Marino, California
Finance, Fire, Police and Parks & Public
The Community successful, highly engaged with, and
Works. San Marino primarily relies on
proud of, their City.
Situated 12 miles from the majestic
property tax revenue with roughly 66%
foothill mountains, the beautiful City of To learn more about the City
of revenue from this source. Crowell
San Marino, CA (approximate 13,000 of San Marino, please visit
Library, the City’s municipal library, is
population) is located northeast of Los www.cityofsanmarino.org.
of one of several jewels of the community
Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley.
Incorporated in 1913, San Marino The Organization as nationally recognized by the Library
Journal among the top 5.9% of libraries
is primarily a residential community The City of San Marino is a General
of its size. Maintaining public safety is
and is known for expansive properties Law city and operates under a Council/
also important in the community and as
surrounded by beautiful gardens, wide Manager form of government. The City
such, in November 2019, the community
streets, well maintained parkways Council consists of five members that
renewed its public safety parcel tax with
and top performing schools. A city of are elected at-large and typically serve
71% voter approval.
3.75 square miles, the City is home staggered, four-year terms. Mayor and
to numerous recreational and cultural Vice Mayor seats typically are one year in Since being appointed as City Manager
opportunities that complement all duration and are selected by the Council over three years ago, Dr. Marcella
interests. Residents and visitors enjoy Members. The City Council appoints the Marlowe enjoys and trusts a high
hiking in the foothill mountains, City Manager and the City Attorney. performing team of skilled and talented
exhibits at The Huntington, historical The City Treasurer is also appointed by professionals who are dedicated and
culture at the Old Mill Foundation and the City Council. empowered to move the City forward.
Lacy Park. With a focus on resident The executive team consists of positive,
The City of San Marino provides
services and community engagement, the committed, enthusiastic and high-spirited
excellent, responsive and high-quality
City of San Marino is recognized for its department directors who enjoy their
services for the community. Based on
police and fire services, library, parks and work, are committed to public service
the City’s high property values, property
community amenities, and planning and and value thoughtful conversations,
tax revenue and fiscal conservatism,
zoning that maintain the community’s high achievement and laughter. The
the community is financially stable and
high-quality residential character. The City Manager embraces an action-
secure; no employees, full or part time,
City’s appeal as a small community, its oriented approach for the executive
were laid off as a result of COVID-19.
attention to residents, and being ranked team and prioritizes respect, candor and
The 2020/21 operating budget is
as the 12th safest city in California team-building; the leadership culture is
approximately $27 million and includes
makes San Marino among the region’s based on a commitment to excellence,
131.67 authorized full-time equivalent
best places to live. San Marino residents, professionalism and fun. With a strong
employees (FTEs) within the departments
including long-time homeowners and commitment to supporting work-life
of Administration, Community
young families, are well educated, balance whenever possible, Dr. Marlowe
Development, Community Services,
maintains an open-door policy and enjoys
informal conversations. Team members
are encouraged to challenge each other
(and her) in order to achieve successful
shared victories and Dr. Marlowe is
committed to fostering a supportive
environment in which to learn, take risks
and grow. The executive team is also
expected to proactively engage with the
community and participate in community
events and programs.
The Community Services Department
is comprised of the Recreation and
Library Divisions. They have the mission
“to bring the community together,
provide enriching activities, create
lasting connections” and to offer “an
enticing space to explore curated access
to information and culture,” respectively.
The Department’s FY 2020-21 budget
includes 35.17 full-time equivalent (FTE)
positions and the operating budget is
approximately $3.5 million.
The Department is in the midst of The Position • Openness, honesty, trustworthiness
and professional ethics.
a rebirth, with a basic foundation The ideal candidate is a visionary, creative,
established for re-envisioned • Flexibility to successfully accomplish
entrepreneurial and confident leader
goals.
and manager who will introduce and
• Ability to facilitate interdepartmental
implement organizational direction; teamwork and collaboration.
cultural and intellectual programs;
• Excellent presentation, writing and
special events and “pop-up” activities; communication skills.
operational efficiencies; and staff training
• An understanding of the community
and development. The successful applicant in order to implement programs
is expected to establish and maintain tailored to San Marino.
credibility with public officials and the • Ability to create innovative
community, embrace responsiveness programming, events and services.
and customer service, be an exceptional • A work ethic that embraces challenges
communicator and tailor Department with solutions and delivers results.
services to the community. She/ • Working with and balancing the
he must also have a strong business interests of multiple constituencies and
acumen with an eye towards generating competing demands.
revenue whenever appropriate and • Experience working among/with
programming that engages the understand how to develop and manage elected and appointed officials.
community in ways meaningful a budget. Mindful of building healthy • Being appropriately visible in the
and tailored to San Marino. The communities, it is also important that the community.
re-envisioning calls for a closer successful applicant build a network to • Good judgement and superior
relationship between Recreation and be knowledgeable of best practices and interpersonal skills.
the Library, particularly around shared industry trends. The new Director will
and overlapping programming. The work with and among the team to achieve
City is also shifting from a historic citywide programming that goes beyond
reliance on contract classes to innovative traditional recreation programming to
“pop up” programming. Instead of bring the entire San Marino community
focusing predominantly on youth together. The Community Services
programming, development of a robust Director will also participate in the future
slate of offerings for seniors is critical development of a new community center,
for San Marino’s mature community. expected to break ground in Fall 2021.
Programming will embrace new trends
in wellness, cultural and arts events The ideal candidate is a confident
and intellectual thought-provoking individual with public sector experience
discussions and lectures. Finally, building that demonstrates the skills, motivation
on cherished annual events (such as and accomplishments to succeed. The
Independence Day, Memorial Day, etc.), candidate may be a director, manager,
Community Services will take the lead or specialist. Important attributes to be
in collaborating with other departments successful in the position include:
on the development and execution of new • Experience in community relations
community-building traditions. and engagement.
Search Schedule
Any combination of education, local
government/special district experience Resume filing deadline ..................................................... June 11, 2021
and training that demonstrates Preliminary Interviews ...................................... June 14 – June 25, 2021
supervisory and programming
knowledge, skills and abilities could Recommendation of Candidates .......................................June 28, 2021
be considered qualifying. A typical Finalist Interview Process ............................................. July 8 & 9, 2021
background would be 1) a bachelor’s
degree in recreation or the arts, These dates have been confirmed, and it is recommended that you plan your
communications, public administration, calendar accordingly.
or a related field, 2) at least five years
of increasingly responsible experience
in municipal management, cultural
arts, community relations, or economic
development programing or project PEPRA. The City does not participate in
management, and 3) supervisory Social Security, but employees must be
experience of professional-level staff. enrolled in the Medicare portion.
A master’s degree is desirable.
Medical, Dental, Vision,
The Compensation Insurance Long- and Short-term
Disability Insurance, and Life
The annual salary range for the
Insurance: The City currently provides
Community Services Director is
an allowance of $1,400 per month toward
$123,792 to $156,516 (with an already-
the costs; that amount will increase to
approved 2% increase effective July 1,
$1,500 per month on July 1, 2021. The
2021), and appointment within the range
City subscribes to CalPERS for options of
will be dependent upon the qualifications
and experience of the selected candidate.
medical insurance. The Recruitment
The City also offers a competitive benefits Administrative Leave: 80 hours Process
package, as follows: annually. If you are passionate about this
Retirement: Depending on selected Vacation: 90 and up to 180 hours of opportunity, we invite you to apply, even
candidate’s prior membership with annual vacation time accrual based on if your resume is not traditional! To
CalPERS, the retirement formula will years of service. apply for this exciting career opportunity,
be 2% @ 60 (which tops out at 2.418% @ Sick Leave: 120 hours of sick leave please visit our website at:
63) or 2% @ 62; employee contribution annually with a cash-out option available. Peckham & McKenney
towards retirement benefit is the www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Holidays: 11 holidays annually.
employee portion for “classic” members or
Bereavement Leave: 3 or 5 days Resumes are acknowledged within two
50% of the normal costs of membership
(depending on location) per circumstance. business days. We are pleased to answer
(currently up to a 7% contribution
questions about this exciting opportunity
depending on prior CalPERS Work Schedule: City Hall hours are
and the recruitment process; do not
membership) for members under Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m.
hesitate to contact Tony Dahlerbruch at
to 5:00 p.m., and Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to
(310) 567-1554 or (866) 912-1919.
11:00 a.m. (Note: City Council meetings
are the second Wednesday of each month
(except August) and the last Friday of
the month at 8:30 a.m. (except August,
November and December).
Other benefits offered by the City of
San Marino include a catastrophic leave
bank, retirement health savings plan and www.peckhamandmckenney.com
voluntary deferred (457) compensation plan.
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