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SUMMARY:**The City Manager is the chief administrative officer for the

City of Safford, responsible for implementing Councils policies and

strategic direction, leading city operations, ensuring fiscal

responsibility, and delivering exceptional public service in a

councilmanager form of government.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:***Essential functions, as defined under the

Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks,

knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is

not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a

Representative Summary Of The Major Duties And Responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may

be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.**The intent

of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the

major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those

specifically presented in this description.*

**Strategic Leadership & Council Relations**

Operate effectively within the councilmanager framework; support

Councils goals, priorities, and strategic direction.

Provide clear, concise information and objective policy

recommendations.

Maintain transparency; keep Council informed on expenditures and

major initiatives.

**Budget & Finance**

Ensure responsible stewardship of public funds and fiscal

transparency.

Lead municipal budgeting, long-term financial planning, and Capital

Improvement Program (CIP).

Collaborate with the Finance Officer and Department Heads to present

a fiscally responsible budget.

Manage grant funding, revenue analysis, and financial policy

development; present complex finance topics clearly to Council and

the public.

Uphold strong finance practices and awareness of

legislative/regulatory impacts.

**Organizational Leadership**

Lead Department Heads and staff with integrity, respect, and

accountability; set clear goals, delegate effectively, and ensure

performance expectations.

Promote employee engagement, development, and retention; recognize

employee accomplishments.

Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies

while fostering a positive, service-oriented workplace culture.

Guide change thoughtfully and inclusively.

**Community & Intergovernmental Relations**

Engage constructively with residents, businesses, schools, and

community organizations; be approachable and relatable to everyday

people.

Represent the city professionally in media relations and crisis

communication.

Build productive partnerships with neighboring jurisdictions, school

districts, and other agencies, advocate for Safford in county,

state, and federal forums.

Prioritize the interests and well-being of Safford residents in all

decision-making processes.

**Innovation & Major Achievements**

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Demonstrate creative problem-solving and forward-looking strategic

planning.

Show a record of measurable results achieved while maintaining staff

engagement.

**Compliance, Risk & Emergency Management**

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical

standards.

Oversee Emergency Management & Public Safety coordination and

organizational risk management.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

**Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses:**

Bachelors degree in Public Administration, Business Management,

Organizational Leadership, or a related field is required; a masters

or doctoral degree is preferred.

Progressive leadership experience in municipal or public-sector

administration.

Experience as a City Manager, Assistant/Deputy City Manager, or

senior Department Director required.

ICMA Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) or completion of

leadership/management coursework required.

Experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams and/or leading a

business or complex organization required.

Required Knowledge And Skills

Strong understanding of municipal finance, budgeting, and accounting

principles.

Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Skilled in labor relations, negotiating/administering labor agreements,

and workforce development.

Effective communicator; able to explain complex issues clearly to

Council, staff, and the public.

Ability to communicate complex information clearly and confidently to

diverse audiences, including City Council, staff, community members, and

media.

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