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Town of Andover

Building Commissioner

Andover, MA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

... District Commission, and Central Street Historic District Commission, and provide technical ... Commissioner or be eligible for conditional appointment in accordance with 780 CMR 110.R7. A ...

Town of Andover, NA

Building Commissioner

Andover, MA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

... District Commission, and Central Street Historic District Commission, and provide technical ... Commissioner or be eligible for conditional appointment in accordance with 780 CMR 110.R7. * A ...

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District Commissioners are government officials responsible for overseeing the administration and governance of a specific district within a country. They act as the chief representatives of the central or regional government at the district level, implementing policies, coordinating public services, and ensuring law and order. District Commissioners often supervise local government staff, manage resources, and serve as a key link between the government and the local community. Their duties can vary depending on the country and its administrative structure.

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To thrive as a District Commissioner, you need strong leadership, public administration expertise, and a solid educational background, often in fields such as political science, law, or public management. Familiarity with government procedures, policy implementation tools, and sometimes specialized training or certification in public administration is essential. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and community engagement skills help build trust and effectively address local concerns. These skills are vital for managing district affairs, ensuring effective governance, and fostering positive relationships between government and the community.

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District Commissioners often juggle a wide range of administrative responsibilities, such as policy implementation, budget management, and coordination with various governmental departments. At the same time, they are expected to actively engage with community leaders, address local issues, and foster public trust. Striking the right balance can be challenging, especially when urgent administrative tasks compete with the need to attend public meetings or resolve constituent concerns. Successful District Commissioners typically prioritize time management, delegate effectively, and maintain open lines of communication with both their teams and the community.

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CredentialsTypically requires relevant government or administrative certificationsRequires similar administrative qualifications, often with specialized training
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple departments within a district, often in government officesHandles administrative tasks at the district level, often in local government offices
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The District Commissioner and District Officer roles both involve district-level administration within government sectors. While they share similar credentials and work environments, the District Commissioner typically has broader oversight responsibilities, including strategic planning and inter-department coordination, whereas the District Officer focuses more on day-to-day administrative tasks. Both positions are essential for effective district governance and often work closely together.

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Personnel Commissioner

Ventura Unified School District

Ventura, CA • On-site

$50/hr

Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Salary: $50.00 Monthly
Location : Education Service Center Ventura, CA
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number: 27-0000-01
Division: Human Resources
Department: Human Resources Classified (PC)
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
THE NEED
THE POSITION
Board-Appointed Member of the VUSD Personnel Commission
The Ventura Unified School District Board of Education invites qualified community members to apply for appointment as the Board's representative on the District's Personnel Commission.
About the Personnel Commission
The Personnel Commission is an independent, three-member body responsible for overseeing the District's Merit System for classified employees. Commissioners serve staggered three-year terms, with the term of one member expiring each year.
The Commission consists of:
  • One member appointed by the District's Board of Education;
  • One member nominated by the District's classified employees through VESPA and appointed by the Board of Education; and
  • One member jointly appointed by the other two commissioners.

Role of the Personnel Commission
The Personnel Commission:
  • Establishes and administers rules governing the classified service to promote the selection, employment, advancement, and retention of employees based on merit and fitness;
  • Serves as an impartial body, free from bias or influence by any special-interest group, and helps ensure that matters affecting classified employees are handled fairly, consistently, and justly; and
  • Conducts appeal hearings concerning disciplinary actions taken against permanent classified employees.

Term of Appointment
The Board-appointed Commissioner will serve a three-year term: December 1, 2026, through December 1, 2029
COMPENSATION & HEALTH BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
The Personnel Commissioner will receive compensation of $50 per meeting attended and will be eligible to participate in the District's health and welfare benefits program under the same terms and conditions applicable to eligible District employees.
THE CANDIDATE
PERSONNEL COMMISSIONER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for appointment, an applicant must:
  • Be a registered voter;
  • Reside within the boundaries of the Ventura Unified School District;
  • Be a known adherent to the principles of the Merit System (e.g. Demonstrate, through prior public or private service, support for employment, continued employment, promotional opportunities, and related personnel decisions based on merit and fitness).

Who Is Not Eligible to Serve?
The following individuals are not eligible for appointment or continued service on the Personnel Commission:
  • A current member of the governing board of any school district;
  • A current member of a county board of education; or
  • A current VUSD employee.

**Individuals currently serving in one of these capacities may apply, provided they will no longer hold the disqualifying position or status when the appointment begins on December 1, 2026.
Desirable Qualifications of a Personnel Commissioner
  • Familiarity with the merit system, its concepts and philosophy.
  • Experience with the educational system in school districts, including knowledge of the Ventura Unified School District.
  • Experience in Human Resources, Employment Services or Personnel Activities.
  • Ability to work effectively with members of the public, employees, administrators, Board members, other Commissioners and employee organization groups.
  • Leadership experience.
  • Some knowledge of labor relations and recent legislative developments in this area in the State of California.
  • The time to actively engage in Personnel Commission activities including attending meetings of the Personnel Commissioners and conferences dealing with the merit system and responsibilities of the Personnel Commission.
  • Ability to remain neutral in support of the Merit System, and not an advocate for the group that appointed you.
  • Volunteer or paid experience associated with working with community groups and organizations including public agencies.
  • Have the professional integrity to adhere to the Merit System laws and rules in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Personnel Commissioner.
  • Will conduct the business of the Personnel Commission publicly in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Open Meeting Act.
  • Have the ability to understand and analyze complex technical information relating to recruitment, selection, discipline, classification, salary administration, rules and regulations.

THE DETAILS
Application Requirements:
  1. Submit a complete online application, including relevant work and service history.
  2. Attach a one- to two-page Statement of Interest describing your qualifications, relevant experience, interest in serving, and commitment to the principles of the Merit System.

Process and Timeline
As part of the selection process, applicants will be invited to attend an open-session public meeting of the Board of Education ion on a date/time provided with advance notice. During the meeting, candidates will have an opportunity to discuss their interest in serving on the Commission and share their qualifications for the role.
HEALTH & WELFARE
Plan choices include:
  • Anthem CDHP PPO 90 with optional health savings account (HSA)
  • Kaiser Permanente CDHP DHMO with optional health savings account (HSA)
  • Anthem PPO Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente HMO Medical
  • Cash-in-Lieu option: Full-time employees (40 hours per week) who can prove they are covered by group medical coverage, may opt out of benefits to participate in Cash in Lieu at any time of the year (up to $5,000 per year, paid out in increments of $500 per month (September - June)

, or you may contact Jodie Argueta in our Risk Management Department at: or 805-641-5000, ext. 1242.
HOLIDAYS
16 paid holidays per year
VACATION
22 days per year
ILLNESS LEAVE
The district provides for 12 days of illness leave per year, with unlimited accumulation for unused days.
RETIREMENT
Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Social Security
01
Do you reside within the district boundaries for the Ventura Unified School District?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not sure

02
Are you a registered voter in the state of California?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Are you a current active employee of the Ventura Unified School District?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Yes, I plan to resign/retire before the appointment

04
Do you currently serve on the Board of Education for VUSD and/or VCOE?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Yes, but my term will expire before Personnel Commission appointment term will commence.

05
This position requires that you are known as an adherent to the principle of the Merit System, which is defined by California Education Code as a person who by the nature of his or her prior public or private service has given evidence that he or she supports the concept of employment, continuance in employment, in-service promotionalopportunities, and other related matters on the basis of merit and fitness.Please provide a brief statement as to your views regarding the Merit System as it relates to the role and responsibilities as a Personnel Commissioner.
06
List relevant experience or familiarity with human resources, employment services or personnel activities that would assist you in serving as a Personnel Commissioner.(This may include public or private sector experience.)
Required Question

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