International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans · 16 hours ago
City Administrator
Peosta, IA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expThe International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is seeking a visionary leader for the role of City Administrator in Peosta, Iowa. The City Administrator will be responsible for implementing city policies, managing city departments, and overseeing the administration of municipal affairs to support the city's growth and development.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Implements the policy adopted by the majority of the City Council
Supervise day-to-day activities of City offices and implement City policy as directed by ordinance and the Council
Supervise and direct all City departments and overall administration of the City
Evaluate City employees on an annual basis. Oversees maintenance of employee files; prepare and administer special employment programs
Make decisions regarding the hiring and firing of all personnel under his/her oversight, subject to Council approval
Work closely with all City departments and department heads in developing an annual budget
Prepares, reviews and/or approves all city financial reports required by city or state code
Approve and make recommendations on expenditures, planning and budgeting. Supervise the preparation and maintenance of fiscal records and their review and control
Formulate short and long-term goals, strategies and plans for presentation to Council
Administers the financing of the five-year capital improvement plan in conjunction with the City’s independent financial advisor, bond counsel and the City Council
Attend City Council meetings; report on City activities; coordinate with Mayor; attend and report to Council the activities of various City boards, commissions and committees
Review agenda and packet information for City Council and city board and commission meetings
Review ordinances and resolution for the Council
Represent the City at various meetings and conferences
Research methods of improving municipal operations including development of new or innovative programs
Supervises community and economic development programs approved by the City Council including ECIA and other consultants that are hired by the City Council
Interacts with citizens, candidates, management, and staff on a variety of complex and sensitive issues. Respond to inquiries, concerns and complaints voiced through citizens and elected officials; refer to appropriate departments and assure follow through
Assist in the preparation of special studies or projects such as: Revisions of city code and zoning ordinance; preparation of capital improvement plans; preparation of employee personnel policies and procedures; and job descriptions
Complete or supervise the completion of various state and federal reports and forms
Supervise the management, construction, improvement, repair and maintenance of all City property, including the making and preservation of all surveys, maps, plans, drawings, specifications and estimates
Review City contracts annually
Review all employee time sheets as well as approve any overtime
Annually review the operation of all departments to assure that all federal and state guidelines are being met
Provide public records to and work with all potential developers in housing and economic development
Implements and oversees internal control policies and procedures
Oversees building permits
Zoning Administrator
Safety Coordinator
Maintains city website
Regularly attends training pursuant to city administrator duties and responsibilities; makes recommendations to City Council and/or staff
Time permitting, assist Mayor in any of his/her duties as requested and as approved by Council
Performs significant computer work, copiers, and general office equipment
Other such duties assigned by the Council
Qualification
Required
Requires a four-year college degree in public or business administration, or a related field
Five or more years of experience in a public sector management position
City residency is a requirement
Knowledge of principles and methods of public administration
Knowledge of the organization, function, and problems of municipal government
Knowledge of management techniques providing administrative leadership, supervision, and direction to a professional staff
Knowledge of municipal cash and accrual accounting, taxing, municipal revenues and expenditures, and municipal budgetary planning and management
Knowledge of Iowa law and its implications in municipal operations and actions
Skills in negotiating service contacts, agreements, and leases
Skills in setting priorities and acting directly in emergency situations
Skills in problem solving, group actions, and management techniques
Skills in working with the public
Benefits
Excellent benefits package
Company
International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans
The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans are led by the ICMA Veterans Advisory Committee (VAC).
Founded in 1908Washington, District of Columbia, US
51-200 employees
Funding
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