16-DELIBERATE ON HIRING A PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT TO ADVISE AND COORDINATE HIRING OF CITY MANAGER

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JOB DESCRIPTION CITY MANAGER General Statement of Duties The City Manager is the chief executive officer and the head of the administrative branch of the City government. The Manager is responsible to the City Council for directing the overall affairs of the city, managing the organization, and developing programs to implement the City Council's policies and priorities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Approves the appointment and removal of all City employees except those who report directly to the City Council. 2. Prepares and submits an annual budget to the City Council and is responsible for its administration after adoption. 3. Prepares and submits to the City Council annually a report on the finances and activities of the City for the previous year. 4. Keeps the City Council advised of the financial condition and needs of the City and makes recommendations to the City Council as circumstances dictate. 5. Performs other duties as prescribed by the City Charter or required by the City Council that are not in conflict with existing law or proper ethical conduct. 6. Follows federal, state, and local law as it applies to the City. 7. Coordinates and directs the activities of all the City departments. Supervision is exercised over a ten directors who oversee 27 operational areas. 8. Within the framework of general policy established by the City Council, duties are performed with wide latitude of action in planning and directing municipal functions. Work is reviewed by the City Council through periodic evaluations. 9. Interacts with the public as a spokesman far the City. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Extensive knowledge of public administration with particular reference to municipal administration. 2. Extensive knowledge of the general laws, ordinances, and regulations as they apply to municipal government. 3. Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of various City departments. 4. Ability to develop long-range plans and programs. 5. Ability to make decisions on matters of major policy and administrative problems in a timely manner. 6. Ability to meet and deal effectively with the City Council, other government entities, civic groups, and the public.