Assistant City Manager

Performs under general administrative direction; to assist the City Manager in daily operation of the City by performing highly responsible and complex management and administrative duties; directly supervises assigned program areas (major functional areas supervised are determined based on the incumbent’s expertise and organizational needs). Responsible for policy formulation and implementation. Serves as Acting City Manager as required.

The salary range is $123,268 - $165,425 plus an excellent benefit package that includes a $15,000 annual deferred compensation contribution and $400 monthly vehicle allowance. The hiring salary will be dependent on the candidate's qualifications.

• Directs, evaluates, and confers with Department Directors.
• Attends meetings of the City Council and other meetings as directed by the City Manager.
• Assists with preparation of the City Council agenda.
• Makes presentations at public hearings and City Council meetings and work sessions regarding various issues.
• Assists management team in ensuring implementation of the City’s strategic plan and the City’s priorities.
• Researches, responds and follows-up on assigned projects by the City Manager.
• Coordinates with staff regarding issues involving City services, including citizen complaints, policy issues and service delivery. Deals effectively and tactfully with constituents in high-pressure situations.
• Oversees development and coordination of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and serves on CIP team.
• Manages public facility construction projects.
• Completes a variety of reports, and documents by operating computer and entering data into various programs.
• Assists City Manager and Administrative Services Director with budget preparations; serves on the budget management team.
• Plans and directs, through management of staff, work plans for assigned departments.
• Oversees and coordinates organizational studies, working with department director and consultants. 
• Makes recommendations to City Manager on organizational/operational policies and procedures. 
• Implements computer applications.
• Performs other duties as required by the City Manager.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree and at least seven years of responsible municipal government experience, including considerable personnel and department or general management experience. A Master’s degree is highly desirable but may be substituted with considerable additional experience at the department director or higher level. Knowledge of the principles and methods of public administration. Knowledge of the organization, functions, and problems of municipal government; knowledge of the principles and methods of public finance; ability to analyze administrative problems and present recommendations; ability to speak and write effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other city employees and the general public.

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Shall be able to obtain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa.

• Works primarily in an office environment with periodic work in the field.
• May be required to attend various meetings after regular working hours.

Salary : $123,268 - $165,425