Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities, operations, programs, and services of the City of Grand Junction including Human Resources, Finance, General Services, City Clerk’s Office, Police, Fire, Engineering and Transportation, Community Development, Information Technology, Visit Grand Junction, Utilities, Communications and Engagement, and Parks and Recreation Departments; and provide administrative support to the City Council, various advisory boards and commissions of the City.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Non-Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction and assignments from the City Council.
Exercises direct supervision over department directors and City Manager's office staff.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Plan, organize, manage, integrate and evaluate the work of all City departments to ensure that operations and services comply with the policies and direction set by the City Council and with all applicable laws and regulations.
2. Direct the development and implementation of the City's goals, objectives, policies and priorities; assess community and citizen needs and work closely with the City Council, management team, public, private, and community organizations and citizen groups in developing and implementing programs to achieve City priorities and solve community problems.
3. Direct and coordinate preparation of analyses and recommendations on public policy issues and on long-range plans for City services; develop and coordinate proposals for action on current and future City needs; represent the City and work closely with appointed boards, committees, and public and private officials to achieve planned action and results.
4. Plan, direct and coordinate, through department directors, the strategic plan for the City; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with management staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. Provide leadership and work with the management team to develop and retain highly competent, public-service oriented staff through selection, compensation, training and day-to-day management practices that support the City’s mission, operating plans and objectives.
6. Plan and evaluate management staff performance; establish performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitor performance and provide coaching for performance improvement and development; take appropriate steps to address performance deficiencies.
7. Oversee the development and management of the City's long range financial plans and budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
8. Develop City Council meeting agenda; attend and participate in all City Council meetings; interpret City Council instructions and requests; make interpretations of City ordinances, codes, and applicable laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
9. Direct and oversee the preparation of a wide variety of reports and presentations for the City Council, citizen committees and outside agencies; oversee the preparation of media releases and materials for dissemination to the media, social media and the public at-large; maintain effective relationships with the community, the media, and the City Council.
10. Represent the City to all outside agencies; coordinate City activities with those of other cities, counties and outside agencies and organizations.
11. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of City management and local governance.
12. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints; explain, City programs, policies and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of a large City organization.
Advanced principles and practices of public administration.
Principles and practices of program development and administration.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Methods of analyzing, evaluating and modifying administrative procedures.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Lead and direct the operations, services and activities of a major municipality.
Plan, organize and direct the work of lower level staff.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Delegate authority and responsibility.
Identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns and needs.
Develop and administer city-wide goals, objectives and procedures.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirement:
Experience:
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal government, including five (5) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
Training:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or a related field. An advanced degree in public or business administration or a closely related field is desirable.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
The job is performed in the following working environment:
Office environment; some travel to other locations; exposure to computer screens.
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to see, hear, talk, stand, twist and use repetitive motions in the conduct of work. The employee is also required to perform light lifting.