Company Description The City of National City is a full-service, general law city serving a vibrant and socioeconomically diverse community. Its diverse population, mild climate, and central location make National City a great place to live, work, play, and do business. The City takes great pride in its rich history, strong bi-national relationships, and deep commitment to its residents, schools, neighborhoods, and thriving business districts.
As San Diego County's second-oldest city, National City is truly at the center of it all. Located within a dynamic bi-national region of more than five million consumers, the City's competitive advantage lies in its central location, robust transportation network, and diverse business industry. National City is just minutes from downtown San Diego, local beaches, San Diego International Airport, the U.S.–Mexico border, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities.
National City is served by Interstates 5 and 805, as well as State Route 54, providing convenient access throughout the region and into Mexico. Public transit is readily available through the San Diego Trolley and the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), which serve National City seven days a week.
Qualifications
National City is seeking a seasoned Deputy City Manager with exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated ability to navigate multifaceted organizational challenges. The ideal candidate will have experience fostering positive partnerships with Department Directors, staff, and community stakeholders to advance shared goals and deliver meaningful results. If you are ready to move from running a department to helping run a city or want a more complex deputy role, this is that step.
EDUCATION
A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, finance, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. A master's degree in public or business administration is desirable.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with a municipal agency as a Senior Management Assistant, department director/deputy, or similar-level position.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Principles and practices of public administration, including the organization, functions, and problems of municipal government; organizations, management, and supervision; municipal personnel, budgeting, and municipal finance; federal, state, regional, and local policies, rules, and regulations pertaining to municipal government operations; methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentations; techniques of effective communications.
ABILITY TO
Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations relating to the various aspects of City government; analyze and solve problems of organization and management; train and supervise subordinate employees; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain effective working relations with elected and appointed officials, the public, and all levels of staff.
