Job Description
City of Belmont is hiring for the position of Administrative Services Director to lead our Human Resources and Information Technology teams.
If you have strong skills in empowering people, advancing innovation and supporting staff – Team Belmont, we invite you to apply for this great opportunity!
Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Administrative Services Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of the City’s Human Resources and Information Technology Divisions.
The Director plays a critical role in shaping Belmont’s organizational future—championing initiatives that build workforce capability, strengthen digital infrastructure, and advance a culture of collaboration, learning, and innovation.
To ensure continued excellence, the City is implementing a strategic, holistic approach to organizational development grounded in four key pillars:
- Culture
- Capability
- Leadership
- Engagement
These pillars guide Belmont’s efforts to strengthen workforce resilience, develop future leaders, and maintain its tradition of service excellence.
Job Requirements
The ideal candidate will be an inspiring, forward-thinking, and people-centered leader who understands how human and technological systems together create organizational excellence.
Belmont is seeking a Director who:
- Blends strategic vision with hands-on leadership, and thrives in a dynamic, small-city environment.
- Has deep experience in human capital management, organizational development, and information technology modernization.
- Excels in building teams, developing talent, and fostering engagement and accountability.
- Is a creative problem solver who embraces innovation while maintaining focus on operational excellence.
- Demonstrates a genuine passion for public service, equity, and continuous improvement.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible management experience, including at least three (3) in a senior leadership role overseeing HR, IT, or administrative services.
Public sector experience preferred; blended public/private experience valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the Human Resources and Information Technology Divisions in alignment with City values and strategic goals.
- Champion a holistic workforce strategy focused on development, engagement, coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.
- Oversee major IT modernization initiatives, including the ERP replacement, website redesign, document management system upgrade, asset management implementation, and VOIP transition.
- Partner with the City Manager and department heads on strategic initiatives, labor relations, organizational design, and service improvement.
- Manage department budget, contracts, and technology investments with transparency and fiscal responsibility.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and change agent, fostering a collaborative and future-ready organization and can provide wise counsel to calm situations, deescalate issues and effectively mediate conflict.
- Manage Employee Relations representing the City on matters with labor unions, negotiations and labor contracts; and investigates and resolves grievances.
- Be responsible for the effectiveness and well-being of “Team Belmont” including personnel policies, staffing, strategic initiatives and insuring that the digital technology is responsive, secure and effective.
How to Apply
Apply via CalOpps: https://www.calopps.org/belmont/job-20678340
For confidential inquiries, contact:
Ann Ritzma, [email protected]