Secretary to the Board

Secretary to the Board

Location

26111 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688, CA

Job Type

Full-Time Non Represented

Job Number

2026-37

Department

Administration

Division

Administration

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits

Job Description

Join our team as a Secretary to the Board!

The Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD) is seeking an experienced, relationship-oriented, and highly adaptable public sector professional to serve as Secretary to the Board, a critical role that supports effective, forward-thinking, and collaborative governance. A key member of the General Manager's Office, the Secretary to the Board serves as the primary liaison to SMWD's elected Board of Directors, oversees administrative staff, and ensures efficiencies at the highest levels of the organization. Key responsibilities include managing public meetings of the Board and associated committees, coordinating the District's records management program, serving as the District's Elections Official, and providing administrative support for board members. This role is best suited for someone highly relational, who genuinely enjoys collaborating with others and is comfortable working across the entire organization. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting elected officials in a California public sector setting, broad knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, strong organizational skills, and the sound judgment needed to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. Be a champion of effective governance to drive organizational success; apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here

SALARY & BENEFITS

This position will receive an annual salary of $132,941- $183,260 DOE/DOQ, PLUS an attractive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through WBCP by submitting a resume and compelling cover letter that includes an explanation of why youre interested in this role with SMWD and what makes you a great fit for the role.

In-person interviews will take place on September 10. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as virtual screening conversations with top candidates will occur on a rolling basis prior to the interview date.

View the WBCP Job Board: wbcpinc.com/job-board

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiter, Lauren Gerson-Greene, with any inquiries:

• lauren@wbcpinc.com
• 541-664-0376 (Direct)
• 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)

This recruitment is being conducted by WBCP on behalf of Santa Margarita Water District.

For detailed information and to apply please click here: Apply Here

Santa Margarita Water District offers a comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision and life insurance; and a variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status.

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM: As a public agency, the Santa Margarita Water District has enrolled in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for retirement benefits. The retirement formula and required employee contribution may vary based on employment status.

HEALTH INSURANCE: The District contracts with the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from PPO or HMO plans. Medical premiums for plans in an amount up to or equal to the highest HMO are paid for by the District for all full-time employees. The District shares the cost of medical insurance for dependents with the employee. Coverage is effective on the first of the month following employment with full-time status.

DENTAL INSURANCE: The District provides dental insurance for all full-time regular employees. Optional dependent dental coverage is available at the Districts rates. Coverage is effective on the first of the month following employment with full-time status.

VISION INSURANCE: The District provides each full-time employee and their eligible dependents with vision insurance through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Coverage is effective on the first of the month following employment with full-time status.

LIFE INSURANCE AND ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT: The District provides term-life insurance for all full-time employees through VOYA with Employee benefits equaling 2 1/2 times the employees annual salary to a maximum of $200,000. Adjustments are made based on the employees salary. Coverage is effective on the first of the month following employment with full-time status.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): The District provides all employees and their dependents with an EAP that provides confidential, professional assistance with a variety of services such as legal/financial concerns, ID recovery, mental health, and more.

GENERAL LEAVE ACCRUAL: General leave is a multi-purpose leave providing for vacations, personal affairs, and non-job related illness/injuries.

• First year through five-year anniversary date of continuous employment: 11.67 hours per calendar month (140 hours per year) with an accumulated maximum of 304 hours.
• Sixth through ten-year anniversary date of continuous employment: 16 hours per calendar month (192 hours per year) with an accumulated maximum of 350 hours.
• Eleventh through fifteen-year anniversary date of continuous employment: 19.33 hours per calendar month (232 hours per year) with an accumulated maximum of 350 hours.
• Sixteenth year and beyond of continuous employment: 22.67 hours per calendar month (272 hours per year) with an accumulated maximum of 380 hours.

While accrual begins from the date of hire, for the most part, general leave may not be taken until completion of the employees six-month probationary period.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Regular full and part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Districts deferred compensation program. The District shall match an employee's contribution into the deferred compensation plan up to a maximum of $2,400 per employee per year, or $100 per pay-period. The contributions occur each pay period except the third pay period in those months with three pay dates.

HOLIDAYS: The District provides 11½ holidays (92 hours) per year for full-time employees.

FLEX SPENDING ACCOUNT: Through the Districts Flexible Spending Account (FSA), employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible "out-of-pocket" (unreimbursed) medical expenses, child or dependent care.

LIFESTYLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: A benefit in which your employer sets money aside for you to use on eligible expenses related to physical, financial and emotional

well-being.

EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT: All full-time employees are eligible for reimbursement for educational training or certification training taken from any college, university, or accredited institution, up to the IRS annual limit with Department Head approval.

The aforementioned information is only a summary of the Districts benefits. Detailed information may be found in the Personnel Rules and Regulations and/or the Memorandum of Understanding between the SMWDEA and the Santa Margarita Water District.

Employer Santa Margarita Water District

Address 26111 Antonio Parkway

Rancho Santa Margarita, California, 92688

Phone (949) 459-6420

Website http://www.smwd.com