Liaison to Mayor and Council

Description

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

• L- We lift up our community
• O- We take ownership of our collective performance
• V- We value and respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow
  
  

Job Summary

The purpose of the position is to act as a professional liaison between the general public, Council, and Mayor. The Liaison to the Mayor and Council will carry out specific duties connected with the Mayor's office. Organize civic events and hospitality, including customer service to the public, city employees, and council members.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for maintaining the Mayoral calendar in conjunction with City Secretary’s office staff;
• Serves as the liaison between the general public, Council, and Mayor to assist residents navigating through City services and works to build better working relationships between Council and constituents;
• Coordinates Mayoral meetings and social engagements with elected officials and community groups such as schools, churches, businesses, etc. and communicates the details of these events to all pertinent parties both internal and external;
• Establishes and maintains mailing lists of internal and external contacts for Mayoral communications, social functions and community events;
• Attends all agreed upon conferences with the Mayor and Council when majority of governing body is in attendance, to provide assistance and hospitality as needed;
• Assists Mayor with projects and specific administration duties directly related to the operation of the Mayor’s Office;
• Assists Mayor and Council with Town Hall Meetings as needed;
• Researches and provides background information for Mayoral appearances, Civic Events, Speeches and Citizen appeals
• Performs other assigned duties.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent;
• 2 years of experience in local government;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License
  
  

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal direct supervision;
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and in public settings; with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team; coordinating projects and tasks;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.
  
  

Employee Benefit Information

Health Insurance- BCBS

Dental Insurance- BCBS

Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight

Flexible Spending - Payflex

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

Life Insurance- Dearborn National

The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National

This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks

Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Education Pay

Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Social Security

Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Texas Municipal Retirement System

Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1.

Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Vacation

Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Sick Leave

Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Holidays

Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day.

Longevity Pay

Earned at a rate of $4 per month.

This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200).

Worker's Compensation

Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees.

Fire/Police

Eligible for Education/Certification pay.

Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower

Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.