Job Description

City Manager, City of Beeville, Texas

Department:                    Administration

Reports to:                         City Council

FLSA Status:                      Exempt

Prepared Date:               September 8, 2009

Approved By:                   City Council

Date of Approval:          ____________________________

 

SUMMARY:

Serves as the Chief Administrative and Executive Officer of the City and shall be responsible to the City Council for the efficient administration of all the affairs of the City.  Assures all laws and city ordinances are enforced; manages, directs, and coordinates activities of the Assistant City Manager, all department heads and subordinate officers and employees; and carries out other duties as may be prescribed by the City Charter or required of him/her by the City Council, consistent with the City Charter.

 

The City Manager shall not be appointed for a definite term but may be removed at the will and pleasure of the City Council by a majority vote of the entire council

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  1.  Appoints, manages, directs, evaluates and disciplines all heads of department and subordinate officers and  employees except as otherwise provided in the City Charter.
     

  2. On an annual basis, evaluates and reorganizes city departments, if needed, to obtain peak efficiency.
     

  3. Exercises control over all departments and subdivisions thereof created by the City Charter.
     

  4. Attends all City Council meetings taking part in discussions and recommends appropriate council action.
     

  5. Keeps the council fully advised as to the financial condition and needs of the City.
     

  6. Assures the annual budget is prepared and submitted to the City Council.
     

  7.  Assures the City operates within the budget.
     

  8. Executes deeds and contracts on behalf of the City when authorized by ordinance, resolution or motion of the City Council.
     

  9. Assures that departmental operations are performed in concert with all applicable laws, City Charter, policies, ordinances and direction from the City Council.
     

  10. Evaluate and recommend amendments of city policy to the City Council.
     

  11. Communicates effectively and courteously with the City Council, governmental entities, public, employees and the media, either in person, written communications or by telephone.
     

  12. Effectively represents the position of the City to the public.
     

  13. Requires initiative, independent thinking and problem solving skills.
     

  14. Will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, during emergencies and be subject to twenty four (24) hour call out.
     

  15. Coordinates the planning and development of new programs and project initiatives, particularly those         related to City goals such as economic development.
     

  16. Perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the City Charter or required of him/her by the City Council, consistent with the City Charter.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as public administration or a related field.  A Master’s Degree in public administration is preferred.   Three to five years experience as a City Manager is preferred.  Good computer skills, strong oral and written communications skills as well as the ability to work well with the public are a must.  Candidates must also be able to develop innovative ideas and to carry out the goals set forth by the City Council.  High moral and ethical standards are expected.   Must be bondable and hold a Texas Driver's License. Experience in grant writing preferred.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. 

 
 
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