General Description
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED*********************************************** The purpose of this position is to assist the City Manager in the daily operations of the City, serve as project manager on projects as assigned, and oversee departments as needed. This position plays an integral role in the improvement of city processes and acts as a liaison with departments and vendors.
This position is exempt. Fair Labor Standards Act overtime provisions will not apply.
Per Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Primary Duties
- Assists the City Manager with the planning, development, processes and operations of the City, and oversees departments as needed.
- Assists with administrative decision-making as required to maintain operational standards, and ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, laws and regulations (local, state and federal).
- Assists the City Manager in developing short- and long-range plans for City government and oversees the identification and assessment of programs, services and delivery methods necessary.
- Assists with the development and implementation of citywide strategic operational enhancement plans.
- Coordinates and represents city management in labor union meetings and negotiations.
- Reviews and oversees assigned projects, and coordinates projects between multiple departments and vendors.
- Assists in analyzing the financial condition of the City to determine practical and effective solutions to meet the current and future needs, including review of each fiscal year’s proposed budget and processes.
- Collects, compiles and interprets data on policies, functions, and organizational structure related to the administration of assigned programs. Reviews programs for effectiveness and makes recommendations for enhancement as appropriate.
- Confers with elected officials, City Manager and department heads as needed.
- Oversees administrative matters related to the coordination and facilitation of meetings and conferences. Prepares and makes oral and written presentations to exchange information, including presentation to the City Council.
- Reviews, oversees, and coordinates assigned projects between multiple departments and vendors.
- Collects, compiles, and interprets data on policies, functions, and organizational structure related to the administration of assigned programs. Reviews programs for effectiveness and makes recommendations for enhancement as appropriate.
- Develops and prepares special reports and presentations including Council agenda items. Conducts studies and recommends courses of action on matters of City concern and involvement.
- When applicable, supervises assigned staff including: establishing performance standards; reviewing or making personnel selections; evaluating and assigning work; administration of counseling and discipline; preparing employee performance evaluations; and encouraging personnel technical and professional growth.
- Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints, and requests for assistance regarding area of responsibility.
- Conducts staff, committee, and other meetings and conferences. Oversees administrative matters related to the coordination and facilitation of meetings and conferences. Prepares and makes oral and written presentations to exchange information, including presentation to the City Council.
- Attends professional meetings, seminars, and conferences to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible related experience including but not limited to: senior level management, public administration, or project management.
- Valid Florida Driver’s License
In some cases, an equivalent combination of higher education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience is in a relevant and related field.
Essential Physical Functions & Environmental Conditions
Physical Demands
- Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods.
- Exerts up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis.
- Operates office equipment requiring moderate dexterity.
- Requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and speaking abilities.
Work Environment
Works inside in an environmentally controlled space. The position is exposed to no unusual environmental hazards.
The City of Clermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with management.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all of the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Job functions described are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees may be assigned additional duties by management as deemed necessary. Duties not contained herein may be considered essential to performing this job successfully, just as though they were included in this job description.
The City of Clermont has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
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