The PositionAssistant City Manager$220,559.75 Annual Salary The City of Carrollton is seeking an experienced and committed executive to take on the role of Assistant City Manager (ACM) and serve as a key member of the City Executive Team. The ACM will have the opportunity and responsibility to serve in the following ways:Analyze and lead operations of assigned departments and implement new ideas to enhance and improve the City operations an service to the citizens.Collaborate with the City Manager and Executive Team to develop and oversee capital improvements, budget and expenditures.Represent the City and the City Manager by acting as a liaison for community organizations, assigned boards, citizen groups and committees.In the absence of the City Manager, assume the responsibility of acting City Manager where assigned.Lead departments to clarify City objectives, develop departmental goals, and review and recommend policies.Who we are looking for.....The ideal candidate is a professional who strives for success and continuous improvement. The selected candidate must have a collaborative management style that embraces diversity and is inclusive and empowering without relinquishing leadership responsibilities and accountability. Carrollton is looking for a candidate who possesses the following competencies and characteristics:Ability to build positive and productive relationships to include working with other city departments and regional cities.Unquestionable integrity, honesty, and reputation as a collaborator.Excellent oral and written communication skills and a comprehensive set of administrative skills to include managing fiscal budgets.Skilled in communication and building relationships at all levels of the organization. Ability to present information in a confident manner.Proven record of leadership, fiscal stewardship, innovation, and relationship building.Proactively identifies and addresses developing opportunities and challenges facing the department and the community.Motivated, passionate, and progressive toward strategically advancing Carrollton to the highest levels of exceptional service delivery.Experience in public administration principles and practices as applied to varied organizational departments.Ability to carefully navigate politically sensitive situations and adjust personal style accordingly.Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in General Business or related field required.Five years experience in upper management required.Masters degree in Public Administration (MPA) or Texas Certified Public Manager (CPM) preferred, or ability to obtain within two years.Valid Texas Driver's License required.Key areas of responsibility will vary based on candidates experiences, but may include, development, planning, public works, engineering, environmental services, fleet and facilities, and economic development.Residency RequirementRelocation assistance up to $7,000 and 12 months to move within the City limits after the first day of employment.