Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to perform highly responsible and complex professional administrative work while assisting the City Manager with the direction and coordination of the activities of assigned City departments; provides leadership in policy formation and implementation of policies and procedures; promotes effective and efficient operations throughout the organization by facilitating interdepartmental cooperation and sharing of resources; provides responsible staff assistance to the City Manager and City Commission.

This class formulates long-range goals for the organization, develop policy and position papers and negotiates with the chief administrative officer and/or elected officials. The Deputy City Manager may act in the capacity of the City Manager in his/her absence.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Provides support and assistance directly to the City Manager for special projects and initiatives.
Conducts Departmental and individual level meetings and training to introduce new technology and produce organizational change and improvements in customer service delivery and interactions.
Investigates and resolves requests for service, complaints and concerns from citizens and organizations.
Initiates, negotiates, manages and completes major real estate purchases and sales of City owned property for economic development, public benefit and as a source for operating revenue.
Assists in the evaluation, implementation and prioritization of projects, policies, programs and strategic plans.
Works with other governmental agencies, consultants and contractors to develop, implement, fund and manage major roadway and development projects.
Applies for and manages grant programs and funding for a variety of recreational, environmental and infrastructure projects and programs.
Reviews and approves all personnel actions, procurement documents and invoices. Assumes full management responsibility for assigned functions, services, and activities of the City including directing assigned departments and/or divisions.
Provides direction to assigned staff on implementing City Commission policy and direction and ensures goals are carried out by departments.
Manages the development and implementation of goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels for assigned functions; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resources accordingly.
Participates in the development of City goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; incorporates community input into goals and objectives for the City Manager’s and City Commission’s approval.
Prepares City Manager’s annual budget and assist with City-wide budget review and approval process.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
Ten (10) years of progressively responsible municipal government experience to include direction of one or more major departments or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Preferred Education And Experience

Master’s degree in public administration, finance, or related field
Prior experience as City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Assistant City Manager

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Work Environment and Work Hours

Extensive knowledge federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to local government operations.
Knowledge of public administration principles and management theory and techniques.
Skills in budget analysis and financial/accounting principles; planning, organizing and evaluating the activities of multiple departments; and establishing effective working relationships with employees, the City Commission, the media and the public.
Ability to articulate and represent plans to City staff, the Commission and the public.
Ability to guide and advise City personnel in related tasks and activities.
Excellent communication skills both written and orally.
Effective negotiation skills to address and resolve complex issues and facilitate consensus with tact and diplomacy.
Skill in effective leadership and supervisory methods.
Ability to plan, develop, and implement varied policies and procedures.
Ability to analyze a variety of complex administrative and organizational problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations.
Ability to promote mission, goals, policies and guiding principles and standards of an effective public organization.
Ability to manage multiple departments and interact with the public.
Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City Commission, City management, business partners, employees and citizens.
Ability to prepare professional presentations and present to City Commission.
Ability to communicate and deal effectively with the public, City officials, and other City employees.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Work Environment

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

WORK HOURS

Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm (May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the City.)

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

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01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

Less than High School
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Some College
Associate's Degree/Trade School/Certification
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher

02

What is/was your major field of study? (Associate's degree or above)?

Public Administration
Related Discipline
N/A

03

This position requires a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible municipal government experience to include direction of one or more major departments or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Which of the following best describes your experience as indicated above? Your response must be validated by the information provided in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application and will be verified by Human Resources if selected.

No experience
Less than 1 year
More than 1 year but less than 4
More than 4 years but less than 7
More than 7 years by less than 10
10 years or more

04

Do you have possession of a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving history? (must remain valid throughout employment)

05

Has your driver's license ever been suspended, cancelled or revoked for any reason in the past 7 years?

06

Have you previously applied to this or any other position with the City of Deerfield Beach?

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If yes, please state the position(s) and dates applied.

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Where did you hear about this job opportunity?

Governmentjobs.com
LinkedIn
Social Media
Deerfield-beach.com
Word of Mouth
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