Assistant City Manager - City Admin

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Assistant City Manager

Job Summary:

The Assistant City Manager is responsible for initiating and managing projects across the city's various functions, such as grant projects, procurement, special projects, and property or real estate development initiatives. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Department heads or Leadership staff, as assigned.
• Acts on behalf of the city manager in their absence.

Additional Essential Knowledge:

• Grants Management
• Procurement Policy Management
• Codification of Codes and Ordinances; communicates with the city attorney and refers to local, State, and Federal laws, regulations, MASC notices and alerts, and land development regulations. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Identifies, develops, and sources grants for the City; manages grants city-wide.
• Responsible for representing the city on various boards, engaging in workshops, attending city or county functions, participating in training programs, etc. 
• Supervises and monitors the public relations of the city.
• Supports the city manager and elected officials with problem mediation from issues brought forth from constituents before, or at City Council meetings. Manages issues and provides solutions and conflict resolution with community groups, task forces, and customers of the city.
• Writes complex, high-level documents and performs technical study reports, and annual reports, and deciphers complex statistical data or laws and documentation. 
• Manages, prepares, and reviews financial reports, site plans, tax information, demographic reports, presentation materials, memorandums, and other administrative reports.
• Coordinates Federal and State legislative initiatives.
• Manages the assigned special projects from the city manager or elected officials.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures, including cost-effectiveness and quality standards; identifying and negotiating terms with suppliers regarding goods and services, including pricing, quality, deadlines, and performance expectations; monitoring contract performance and resolving any issues with vendors. 
• Managing the grant award process, including contract negotiation and execution; monitoring grant activities and reporting on progress against grant objectives; conducting post-grant evaluations and reporting on outcomes 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills; ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to utilize broad discretionary judgment and technical leadership to manage functions and resources to achieve the City’s and utility’s strategic goals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Strong understanding of the City’s procurement principles and practices.
• Knowledge of grant writing, review, and federal/state grant management processes.

Minimum Education, Certifications, and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field. 

At least four to six years of responsible local or county government public administration, or related work experience.

At least one to two years of supervisory or management experience.

Preferred Education, Certifications, and Experience:

Master’s degree in public administration or related field.

Three to five years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in local government.

Work Schedule and Overtime:

Monday–Friday typical hours are 8:30 am – 5 pm.

Works an irregular schedule at times to include early morning meetings, weekend events, after-business-hours meetings, and travel as assigned.

Physical Demands/Requirements: 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. 

Performs other duties as needed. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Salary – Exempt Pay Range: $92,500 - $110,000  Based on education, experience, and certifications.

Job Posting: Open Until Filled

The first evaluation of Applications Will Take Place the Week of December 8th-12th.

Employee Fringe Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Insurance.
• The City covers 100% of individual employee health insurance premiums as well as employer-paid basic life insurance, basic long-term disability, and basic dental insurance.
• Participation in the SC Retirement System and the Police Officers Retirement System
• 12 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday
• 12 Sick Leave days per year. Employees can accrue and roll over up to 18 weeks annually.
• 10 Annual Leave days per year accrued from the date of hire; 15 days after two years of service; 20 days after 15 years of service. Employees can accrue and roll over up to eight weeks of leave annually.
• 2 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Employer-paid training and certifications
• Employee Assistance Program with FirstSun EAP. Employee and household members are eligible for 3 counseling sessions per year and 5 life management sessions each.
• Paid-to-Volunteer Program
• Free Gym Membership with three local gym options
• Longevity and Service Recognition Program
• Free Annual Health Screening

The City of Newberry’s Performance Indicators

Engagement – Constantly offers a high level of service to citizens/co-workers; helps new employees learn and grow; shows interest in work and doesn’t complain about work; anticipates work and begins work without asking questions or waiting to be told what to do. 

Quality of Work – Strives to see projects to completion, strives to eliminate errors; accuracy is a priority; consistently meets expected job goals and the end results are dependable; takes initiative and finds all information needed to make decisions without seeking help from others; capable of completing quality work while dealing with obstacles and deadlines. 

People Skills – The extent to which the employee works well with others to achieve a common goal; offers support to co-workers, works actively to resolve conflicts; carries a fair share of the workload; and displays a “can do” attitude.                                         

Energy – Does not display negative behaviors; shows good attendance and little to no tardiness; displays positive image through language and demeanor.

Results – Able to reach decisions; takes thoughtful approach when considering options; seeks input from others; makes difficult decisions; strives to understand contributing factors to errors; works to resolve complex situations.

Influence – Provides strong leadership; sets a good example; skilled decision-maker, motivator, and encourager of the team.

Technical Abilities – Knows the skills, procedures, codes, and safety regulations; knows how the job fits into the department and affects others; is capable of completing individual tasks as directed without delay or asking for direction and assistance.

The City of Newberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization is inclusive and diverse and encourages all people who meet the required qualifications to apply.