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City of Santa Barbara $54,311.92 - $66,015.56 Annually Santa Barbara, CA Full-time Classified 2025-121-1492-WF-EU Waterfront 08/20/2025 9/10/2025 at 5:30 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana Description
About Us At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission. Waterfront Department Our mission is to provide the community with a quality Waterfront for recreation and commercial use, along with mooring and landside services for boating. Approximately 252 acres of tidelands and submerged lands is managed by the Department. The area encompasses the Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Different from most City departments, Waterfront is an Enterprise Fund and operates from revenues generated from the lands we manage. Tenant rents, boat fees, parking fees, and other sources are put back into improvements and services, such as, preventative maintenance, capital improvements, parking services, staffing, public safety, slip and visitor boat services, special events, public education and more. Employee Benefits & Pay Earn an attractive compensation package including competitive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, retirement, paid time off, flexible work policies, commuter support, training and educational reimbursement. The Position Under general supervision performs a variety of general clerical duties, according to departmental assignment. Incumbents perform routine tasks independently, and more difficult assignments while under supervision; may perform any combination of clerical duties. Duties may include: prepare and proofread letters, memos, and reports from rough draft or marginal notes; apply standard procedures to prepare bills, cash deposits, treasury receipts, permits, licenses, purchase orders, and other forms; verify discrepancies; file, answer phones, take messages, and assist the public and employees in a courteous manner; operate personal computer, answer a variety of questions regarding department/division procedures; and perform other work as required. The list established by this recruitment may be utilized by various departments as vacancies occur. The current vacancy is in the Waterfront Department. The work schedule is Thursday-Monday and may require working selected holidays and special events. Employment Standards
Knowledge of: Office practices and procedures including standard office filing systems, record keeping practices, reference sources, and telephone etiquette; basic mathematics; accounting principles and practices; grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and spelling; computer programs including Windows and Microsoft Office. Skill in: Operating a personal computer; calculator, cash register, copying machine, and fax machine. Ability to: Learn, select, explain, and apply ordinances, codes, policies, and procedures to specific circumstances; answer questions and tactfully present rules, regulations, and procedural information; apply established priorities and procedures to collect and calculate fees, penalties, bills, permits, and licenses; process applications and bills; review documents for errors in format, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; answer phone and assist the public and employees in a courteous manner. License Requirements: Applicant may be required to possess a valid California driver license at time of appointment. Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting boxes of files, stooping, standing, walking or sitting for prolonged periods of time, dependent on assignment. Selection Process
It is important that your application include all relevant education and experience you possess that qualifies you for this position. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The selection process may consist of a written exam, a computer skills test and typing exam. Additional Information
City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be received by Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Hourly employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments. Salary Range
The salary range consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. Step increases, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews. Benefits
The following benefits may vary and are subject to collective bargaining: Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc. The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions. A standard 9/80 schedule is observed, with most offices closed every other Friday. Flexwork / Telecommuting is available. Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period. Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service. Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year). Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year. Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year. Paid holiday time is awarded at the employee's applicable schedule, i.e., 9/80, 4/10, etc. Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security. PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes employee 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary. Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Cafeteria 125 Plan: Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage or who select employee only coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month. Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ($50,000 each) are provided. Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household. Long-term Disability Insurance is provided. State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary. Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program. Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform. Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.
City of Santa Barbara $54,311.92 - $66,015.56 Annually Santa Barbara, CA Full-time Classified 2025-121-1492-WF-EU Waterfront 08/20/2025 9/10/2025 at 5:30 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana Description
About Us At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission. Waterfront Department Our mission is to provide the community with a quality Waterfront for recreation and commercial use, along with mooring and landside services for boating. Approximately 252 acres of tidelands and submerged lands is managed by the Department. The area encompasses the Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Different from most City departments, Waterfront is an Enterprise Fund and operates from revenues generated from the lands we manage. Tenant rents, boat fees, parking fees, and other sources are put back into improvements and services, such as, preventative maintenance, capital improvements, parking services, staffing, public safety, slip and visitor boat services, special events, public education and more. Employee Benefits & Pay Earn an attractive compensation package including competitive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, retirement, paid time off, flexible work policies, commuter support, training and educational reimbursement. The Position Under general supervision performs a variety of general clerical duties, according to departmental assignment. Incumbents perform routine tasks independently, and more difficult assignments while under supervision; may perform any combination of clerical duties. Duties may include: prepare and proofread letters, memos, and reports from rough draft or marginal notes; apply standard procedures to prepare bills, cash deposits, treasury receipts, permits, licenses, purchase orders, and other forms; verify discrepancies; file, answer phones, take messages, and assist the public and employees in a courteous manner; operate personal computer, answer a variety of questions regarding department/division procedures; and perform other work as required. The list established by this recruitment may be utilized by various departments as vacancies occur. The current vacancy is in the Waterfront Department. The work schedule is Thursday-Monday and may require working selected holidays and special events. Employment Standards
Knowledge of: Office practices and procedures including standard office filing systems, record keeping practices, reference sources, and telephone etiquette; basic mathematics; accounting principles and practices; grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and spelling; computer programs including Windows and Microsoft Office. Skill in: Operating a personal computer; calculator, cash register, copying machine, and fax machine. Ability to: Learn, select, explain, and apply ordinances, codes, policies, and procedures to specific circumstances; answer questions and tactfully present rules, regulations, and procedural information; apply established priorities and procedures to collect and calculate fees, penalties, bills, permits, and licenses; process applications and bills; review documents for errors in format, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; answer phone and assist the public and employees in a courteous manner. License Requirements: Applicant may be required to possess a valid California driver license at time of appointment. Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting boxes of files, stooping, standing, walking or sitting for prolonged periods of time, dependent on assignment. Selection Process
It is important that your application include all relevant education and experience you possess that qualifies you for this position. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The selection process may consist of a written exam, a computer skills test and typing exam. Additional Information
City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be received by Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Disaster Services Assignments
As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Hourly employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments. Salary Range
The salary range consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. Step increases, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews. Benefits
The following benefits may vary and are subject to collective bargaining: Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc. The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions. A standard 9/80 schedule is observed, with most offices closed every other Friday. Flexwork / Telecommuting is available. Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period. Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service. Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year). Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year. Holidays: 12 holidays are observed / year. Paid holiday time is awarded at the employee's applicable schedule, i.e., 9/80, 4/10, etc. Retirement: The City does not participate in Social Security. PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; City contributes employee 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary. Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Cafeteria 125 Plan: Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage or who select employee only coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month. Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment ($50,000 each) are provided. Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household. Long-term Disability Insurance is provided. State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary. Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program. Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform. Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.