What are the responsibilities and job description for the Village Manager position at Village of El Portal?
Village Manager – El Portal, FL (Miami-Dade County)
Position Summary
The Village of El Portal Florida seeks a dynamic, experienced, and visionary leader to serve
as Village Manager. As the administrative head of the Village government, the Village Manager is appointed by and reports directly to the Village Council. The Village Manager provides
executive leadership, strategic planning, and operational oversight for all municipal
functions to ensure the efficient delivery of services to the community.
This is a full-time, exempt position with competitive compensation based on qualifications
and experience.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for Village Manager is a seasoned local government professional with a
strong background in municipal operations, financial management, strategic planning, and
managing growth in high-demand environments. This individual will possess high
emotional intelligence, excellent interpersonal skills, and a collaborative, transparent
leadership style. They should be well-versed in budgeting, capital planning, and grant
administration, with solid knowledge of infrastructure, utilities, and community
development.
The successful candidate will be approachable, proactive, and an effective communicator
with a genuine passion for public service. Politically astute yet nonpartisan, they will build
trust with the Village Council, staff, and community. A proven track record of team
empowerment, mentorship, building high-performance and results-driven teams, and a
strong commitment to delivering exceptional municipal services is essential to thriving in
this leadership role.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities ·
Serve as the chief administrative officer for the Village under the policy direction of
the Village Council. ·
Provide day-to-day leadership and general management for all Village departments. ·
Enforce all laws, ordinances, and regulations of the Village. ·
Attend all Village Council meetings and participate in discussions (without voting rights). ·
Recommend measures to the Village Council that promote the health, safety, and welfare of residents. ·
Direct the preparation, presentation, and administration of the Village's budget.
Manage all municipal personnel matters, including appointments, suspensions, and
removals. ·
Oversee enforcement of all Village contracts, franchises, permits, and privileges. ·
Prepare and submit an annual report on Village operations and finances. ·
Foster strong relationships with community organizations, residents, regional
agencies, and businesses. ·
Point of contact for the Village to the media and the public.
Minimum Qualifications ·
The Manager shall be a graduate of either an accredited school of public
administration or its related equivalent in engineering, fiscal management or
business administration of local government or in lieu of the foregoing, he or she must have
not less than three (3) years' experience in the administration of local government; a
master's degree is preferred. ·
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration,
municipal finance, personnel management, and organizational leadership. ·
Proven ability to work effectively with elected officials, employees, community
groups, and the public. ·
Strong written and verbal communication skills. ·
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Florida driver's license.
Skills and Competencies ·
Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills. ·
Comprehensive understanding of local government operations and current municipal trends. ·
Ability to think strategically and translate broad goals into achievable action plans. ·
Proficiency in budgeting, capital planning, and organizational management. ·
Strong conflict resolution and consensus-building abilities. ·
Cultural competence and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Compensation and Benefits ·
Starting salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ·
100% Paid Health Insurance · Dental, and Vision Plan ·
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave ·
Paid Holidays ·
Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Senior Management Class ·
Car Allowance ·
Direct Deposit ·
Additional Information
How to Apply
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit the following
required materials to the Village Clerks Office:
Yenise Jacobi, Village Clerk CMC
Village of El Portal
500 NE 87th Street
El Portal, FL 33138
Phone: Prompt #5)
Email:
Website:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90, $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000