Title: City Manager

Reports To: Mayor and Commission

The City Manager of the City of District Heights serves at the pleasure of the Mayor and Commission to effect and maintain efficiency of departments all which report to the Mayor and Commission; does related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND TASKS

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating all municipal activities; serves as the City Manager of the City and is responsible for the proper administration of all affairs of the city. The City Manager reports directly to Mayor and Commission.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Plans, organizes, and defines the organization of City Administration to ensure a coordinated and efficient effort to meet the goals and objectives established by the Mayor and Commission.
• Plans, develops, and implements administrative policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Coordinates the administration of all City Departments.
• Directs all personnel matters in accordance with the Personnel Policies of the City, while working closely with the Human Resources Manager.
• Manages and Tracks the City’s Inventory.
• Ability to use and recommend current technology changes to drive down cost i.e. (software, apps, databases etc.)
• Develops and issues administrative rules, policies, and procedures necessary to ensure proper functioning of all departments.
• Prepares with the Chief Financial Officer the preparation of an annual budget and submits to the City Commission; obtains input from Department Heads; and keeps the City Commission informed of the financial condition of the City and recommends actions as appropriate.
• Attends and participates in all City Commission meetings and other meetings with official bodies as directed by the Commission; ensures that all laws and ordinances are enforced.
• Oversees administrative portion of all improvement projects; reviews plans, and specifications, advertisement for bid notices, contracts, pay requests, change orders, etc. returns bid bonds.
• Prepares and oversees preparation of grant and/or loan applications; administers grants and/or loan money that is received and prepares related reports.
• Reviews, approves all Consultant Contracts hired by the city following review by the City Attorney.
• Represents the City with other governmental agencies and officials.
• Monitors operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, rules, policies, and ordinances.
• Develops long and short-range goals and oversees their implementation.
• Evaluates potential projects, programs, and services to determine feasibility and community impact and makes recommendations to the Commission.
• Prepares annual, quarterly and monthly reports for the Commission.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.
• Assist the Mayor and Commission with establishing the city’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives and develops performance measures to track the impact
• Ensure city services are available consistently
• Address the concerns of city residents
• Evaluate all programs and services offered by the city and publish the outcomes
• Create data points for all departments regarding access and utilization rates of programs and services and collect and manage the results in a shareable platform

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge of public administration with reference to municipal administration, including principles of organization and budget preparation; extensive knowledge of municipal organization and functions, and the relationships within local government and other levels of government; extensive knowledge of research methods and techniques utilized to assemble, organize and present in written or oral form statistical, financial or factual information derived from a variety of sources; thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and other requirements governing local government; ability to organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of the various departments which comprise the City government; ability to delegate authority and responsibility to department heads and to maintain an effective organization; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, employees and the general public; knowledge of modern business methods and procedures applicable to local government administration. knowledge of statistical methods and effective preparation and presentation of reports; ability to express ideas effectively orally and in writing. Expert knowledge of office software, various applications, computer equipment, office equipment, databases and security programing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the city. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluation performance; grievances; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work requires climbing, stooping, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Minimum Experience and Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or related field; minimum of five (5) years of experience at the management level, preferably as administrator or assistant administrator of a municipal agency; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Special Notices: Employees in this position are subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to the City of District Heights's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, Drug & Alcohol Testing Procedures. May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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