Salary: $220,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : City Hall - City of Deerfield Beach, FLJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 01048Department: Office of the City ManagerDivision: City ManagerOpening Date: 11/08/2024Closing Date: ContinuousSummary ObjectiveHOW TO APPLYThe recruitment for this position is being handled by MGT. Interested candidates should apply online @ www.GovHRjobs.com with a cover letter, resume and contact information for five professional references by December 9, 2024. Address to: Jim Dinneen, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter. Questions may be directed to Jim Dinneen at (386) ###-####. Applications may be subject to Florida Sunshine LawsSALARY Minimum starting salary for negotiation is $220,000. Actual salary will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The City offers an excellent array of benefits. For additional information about the city, visit: The City Manager oversees all operational and administrative departments that governs City business. The departments are as follows: Community Services, Economic Development, Environmental Services, Financial Services, Human Resources, Information Technology, Office of the City Clerk, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Development, Public Affairs and Marketing, Public Safety, and Sustainable Management. The City Manager works alongside an external City Attorney on all legal matters. Essential FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Direct and supervise the administration of all departments, offices and agencies of the city
- Attend Commission meetings, providing information and recommendations
- Ensure that laws, City Charter provisions and City Commission directions are faithfully executed
- Prepare and submit the annual budget and capital program to the Commission
- Report on the finances and administrative activities of the city at the end of the fiscal year
- Advise the Commission of city financial conditions, trends and anticipated needs
- During an emergency or disaster, assume full direction of all municipal operations in the absence of the mayor and vice-mayor
- Provide direction for the City's strategic plan, budget, projects and initiatives
- Confer with the Commission, the business community, and civic groups regarding needs, problems or issues.
- Confer with department directors and staff to review, plan, and discuss planning and operations.
- Performs other related tasks as required
Typical Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration or related field from an accredited university or college. Master's degree preferred. A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible government experience. At least five years of upper management / executive leadership experience in local government. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, Work Environment and Work Hours PRIORITIES•Support the City's SHARP core values of Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, Professionalism. •Update facilities and infrastructure for public safety, stormwater and utilities, community Programs. •Pursue economic development and redevelopment initiatives to strengthen the local economy and revitalize downtown areas. •Identify opportunities for service enhancements to arts, culture and recreation programs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES•Extensive knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and rules 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 •Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Commission, employees, other government officials, the media and the public. •Able to articulate and represent plans to City staff, the Commission and the public. •Skill as an outstanding leader and mentor; sets high expectations for performance •Excellent written and oral communication skills to prepare and deliver professional presentations to the City Commission. •Has strong negotiation skills to address and resolve complex issues and facilitate consensus with tact and diplomacy. •Effective leadership skills and supervisory methods. •Able to anticipate and resolve issues to avoid escalation into problems •Ability to plan, develop and implement varied policies and procedures •Able to work collaboratively and build consensus •Able to analyze a variety of complex administrative and organizational problems and develop sound policy and procedural recommendations. •Able to promote mission, goals, policies and guiding principles and standards of an effective public organization. •Able to manage multiple departments. •Able to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with the City Commission, City management, other government officials, business partners, employees and citizens. •Able to demonstrate strong business acumen and strong leadership skills in directing City businessPHYSICAL DEMANDS 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 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA required the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. 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.RESIDENCY Residency within the City is required by Charter, but the City Commission may exempt this requirement.