Special Assistant to the Director or Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in business communication, communications or a field related to a function of municipal government. Bachelor’s degree preferred; and
• Five (5) years of full-time progressively responsible administrative and analytical experience performing organizational and operational analysis work in a government or business capacity, including experience as a supervisor. Two (2) years of recent supervisory experience preferred.
• Equivalency: May substitute a combination of equivalent education and experience. The city assesses 1 year of full-time experience as equivalent to one year of education.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain a satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain an appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within the required time frame.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete Online Application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. 
3. Online Assessment – The assessment will measure the candidate’s knowledge and proficiency in attention to detail, proofreading, grammar, and written communication. (weighted 20%, Passing Score 70%).
4. Oral Board Interview - (Weighted 80%, Passing Score 70%).
5. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete. 
6. Selection/Offers  

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:
Lucero Gonzalez | Talent Acquisition Partner
gonzalezpachecol@cityofnorthlasvegas.com