Annual Wage Range: $135,108-$168,885
Under the general administrative direction of the City Manager, performs a variety of executive, administrative, managerial, and professional duties in assisting with the administration and coordination of City operations and services. Provides leadership and oversight for assigned departments and special projects; assists in implementing City Council goals and policy direction; conducts organizational and operational studies; assists with budget development and strategic planning; responds to citizen concerns and inquiries; and provides responsible staff support to the City Manager, Mayor, City Council, and department heads. May act on behalf of the City Manager in his/her absence.
Receives administrative direction from the City Manager.
Exercises direct supervision over assigned department directors, managers, professional staff, and administrative personnel. May coordinate and direct the work of City departments and staff on organization-wide initiatives and special projects.
Assists the City Manager in the administration and coordination of City operations, programs, services, policies, and strategic initiatives.
Provides executive leadership and oversight to assigned departments, divisions, programs, and operations as directed by the City Manager.
Assists in the development and implementation of City goals, policies, procedures, operational improvements, and organizational initiatives.
Coordinates with department directors and managers to implement City Council priorities, organizational objectives, and operational changes.
Conducts organizational, operational, financial, and administrative studies; analyzes findings; develops recommendations; and assists in the implementation of approved changes.
Participates in the preparation and administration of the City budget; monitors assigned budgets and expenditures; assists with long-range financial planning and capital planning efforts.
Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, agenda items, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and other materials for the City Manager, City Council, boards, commissions, and other public meetings.
Attends and participates in City Council meetings, staff meetings, public meetings, boards, commissions, and intergovernmental meetings as assigned.
Represents the City Manager and the City at meetings with governmental agencies, community organizations, businesses, residents, and other stakeholders.
Responds to citizen concerns, complaints, and requests for information; assists in resolving complex or sensitive public issues.
Provides leadership and coordination for special projects, organizational initiatives, economic development activities, and interdepartmental assignments as directed by the City Manager.
Assists with the development and implementation of strategic planning initiatives, organizational performance measures, and operational efficiencies.
Coordinates research and preparation of reports related to legislative, regulatory, operational, financial, and policy matters affecting the City.
Provides administrative support and coordination related to personnel management, employee relations, organizational development, and risk management activities as assigned.
Serves as liaison between the City Manager's office, City departments, elected officials, outside agencies, and the public.
May serve as Acting City Manager in the City Manager's absence.
Performs related duties as required.
1. Education and Experience:
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, finance, political science, or a related field;
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Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government, public administration, organizational management, or related field, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management capacity;
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An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Master's degree in public administration or related field preferred.
2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, municipal government operations, budgeting, strategic planning, organizational management, policy development, and local government administration.
Knowledge of municipal budgeting and financial management principles; organizational analysis; project management; personnel management; and public sector operations.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies affecting municipal government operations.
Knowledge of principles of supervision, employee motivation, organizational leadership, and effective management practices.
Knowledge of research methods, data analysis, report preparation, and presentation techniques.
Skill in analyzing administrative, operational, organizational, and financial issues and developing practical recommendations and solutions.
Skill in preparing clear, concise, and effective reports, correspondence, presentations, policies, and agenda materials.
Skill in public speaking and presenting information to elected officials, boards, community groups, staff, and the public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, employees, outside agencies, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and assignments simultaneously.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.
Ability to effectively resolve conflicts, complaints, and complex organizational issues.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and computer software including Microsoft Office applications and related administrative software systems.
3. Special Qualifications:
A master's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
Must possess a valid Utah Driver License.
Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation if required by the City.
4. Work Environment:
The position performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate control. Work may involve attending meetings, visiting City facilities, and occasional travel to conferences, training, legislative meetings, or other governmental functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
Tasks require a variety of physical activities generally involving talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive hand movements associated with the use of computers and office equipment. Periodic standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying light materials may be required in the normal performance of duties. Common eye, hand, and finger dexterity exists sufficient to operate computers and office equipment.
