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CITY MANAGER
Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and
responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties
performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the
minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the
qualifications of incumbents within the position.
DEFINITION:
Under policy direction, serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the City and directs the
activities and operations of all departments; advises and assists the City Council in the conduct
of City business; provides administrative oversight to the operational and policy functions of
City government; coordinates City business with the various programs, officials and outside
agencies; provides a variety of other responsible and complex administrative support to the
City Council; serves as Secretary of the Public Finance Authority; performs other related duties
as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The City Manager is the highest administrative management level position in the City and has
responsibility for the administrative operation of the City departments, which may include
developing, recommending and implementing policies, program planning, fiscal management,
administration, and operations of all City functions and services. The incumbent is responsible
for accomplishing the City's goals and objectives and for ensuring that the citizens are provided
with desired and mandated services in an effective and cost-efficient manner.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Receives policy direction from the City Council. Exercises direct and indirect supervision over
all department heads and City staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)
• Accepts full responsibility for all City activities, programs and services, including directing
the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; ensures
that established goals and priorities are achieved.
• Provides advice and consultation to the City Council on the development and
implementation of City programs and services.
• Directs and participates in the preparation and administration of the City budget; prepares
and submits reports of finances and administrative activities to the City Council; keeps
Council advised of financial conditions, program progress, and present and future needs of
the City.
• Reviews and evaluates program service delivery methods and systems within the City,
including administrative and support systems and internal relationships; identifies
opportunities for improvement and implements changes to standard operating procedures
to enhance services.
• Coordinates the preparation of the agenda, along with the City Clerk, for the City Council;
addresses the City Council on behalf of City staff; represents the City Council to
employees, community groups, individual members of the public and other governmental
agencies; responds to the most difficult complaints and requests for information.
• Directs the implementation, maintenance and enforcement of City personnel policies and
practices as prescribed by the City Council; selects, supervises, trains, and evaluates
assigned staff.
• Confers with department heads and managers concerning administrative and operational
problems, work plans, and strategic plans; makes appropriate decisions or
recommendations; oversees the preparation and implementation of long-range plans for the
City.
• Serves as a resource for the City Council, department personnel, City staff, other
organizations, and the public; coordinates pertinent information, resources and work teams
necessary to support a positive and productive environment.
• Performs all duties as prescribed by City Council actions; directs the preparation of plans
and specifications for work which the City Council orders.
• Attends and participates in professional and community meetings as necessary; stays
current on issues relative to public administration and relative service delivery
responsibilities; responds to and resolves sensitive and complex community and
organizational inquiries, issues and complaints; establishes and maintains a customer
service orientation within the City organization.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations,
state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling,
bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also
requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical
reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far
vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when
providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and
documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals
requiring and requesting such accommodations.
QUALIFICATIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the
classification.)
Education and/or Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills
and abilities necessary for a City Manager. A typical way of obtaining the required
qualifications is to possess the equivalent of five years of directly related experience at
an administrative, management or staff level in municipal government with at least two
years as a manager or supervisor, and a bachelor's degree in public administration,
business administration, public finance or a related field. A master's degree and direct
experience working with a Council, Board or Commission is highly desirable.
License/Certificate:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: (The following are a representative sample of the KAS's
necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)
Knowledge of:
Modern public administrative methods, procedures, organizations and functions; current
social, political, and economic trends and operating characteristics of municipal
government; principles and practices of municipal budgeting and finance; methods and
techniques for goal setting and program evaluation; local and state legislative
processes; principals of effective public relations and interrelationships with community
groups and agencies, the private sector and other levels of government; methods and
techniques of supervision, training and motivation; applicable federal and state laws,
rules and regulations regarding local government operations; methods and techniques
of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment;
modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and
techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English,
spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to:
Provide effective leadership and coordinate the activities of a full-service municipal
organization; develop and administer sound citywide goals, objectives, policies and
methods for evaluating achievement and performance levels; properly interpret and
make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and policies; work with and
coordinate the activities of administrative officials while encouraging their development
as administrators; prepare clear and comprehensive written reports; serve effectively as
the administrative agent of the City Council; represent the City Council to the general
public and representatives of other agencies; facilitate group participation and
consensus building; plan, organize, train, evaluate and direct work of assigned staff;
interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and
record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work
independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established
guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate
response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe
manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and
maintain effective working relationships.
Skill to:
Operate an office computer, and a variety of word processing and software
applications.