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The City of Talladega, Alabama announces the following position for hire: City Manager

The position of City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the City. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, 5 years of professional and progressive work experience in a municipal government, and 2 years of management and supervisory experience within a municipal government is required.

Familiarity with laws governing municipal operations, long-range strategic planning, grant writing and administration and excellent communication skills are preferred.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and starting salary of $85,000 negotiable DOE.

Submit cover letter and resume not later than Feburuary 15, 2021 to:
Office of City Attorney
Attention: Michael A. O'Brien, Esq.
P.O. Drawer 277
Talladega, AL 356161

 Filing Deadline - Continuous
 

Nature of Work: The City of Tuskegee is located in east-central Alabama and is 40 miles east of Montgomery, the State Capitol. Tuskegee is the county seat of Macon County, that was founded and laid out in 1833 by General Thomas Simpson Woodward, a Creek War veteran under Andrew Jackson. It is the largest community and one of four incorporated towns in a predominantly rural county, incorporated in 1843. Presently, Tuskegee is the largest city in Macon County with a population of slightly over 8,000 (as of 2015), down from 11,846 in 2000. The City has an area of 15.7 square miles — 15.5 of which is land, and 0.2 of which is water. 

Job Summary: The City Manager is the administrator appointed to run the day-to-day operations of local government. The City Manager manages city administration to operate in accordance to the policies set by the City Council. The City Manager ensures all laws, resolution, policies and directives are carried out. Makes recommendations to the governing body for appointment or termination of department heads; directs activities of and counsels all department heads and other personnel in his/her jurisdiction. Makes organizational recommendations to increase operational efficiency. Serves as a city liaison with community, state and federal agencies. Investigates all complaints concerning the administration and operation of city services. Advises council as to financial condition and needs of city; attends all council meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities: Administers the policies of the City Council, Code of ordinances of the City, and State and Federal laws pertaining to the City; ensures all laws, City ordinances, resolutions, policies and directives are carried out; directs the activities of all department heads; appoints, disciplines and removes department heads as necessary. Exercises control over all departments in existence and departments that may be created in the future; makes recommendations to Council on the creation, consolidation and combining of offices, positions or departments of the administrative and operational departments of the City; plans, organizes and supervises the operations of the City’s various department heads to ensure efficiency, economy and cooperation among departments and with other agencies, commissions, committees, etc.; investigates all complaints related to the administration and operation of the City government and services maintained or provided by the City; attends all meetings of Council with the duty of reporting any matter concerning City affairs under his supervision or direction and to attend such other meetings of the City departments and officials as his/her duties may require; serves as a policy advisor to the Council and Mayor on needed revenues, laws, policies and administrative procedures of the City; procures and submits plans to Council and Mayor for long-range improvements; serves as public relations officer of the City; represents the City in public and professional meetings and other various activities; performs such other duties and exercise over other powers as may be delegated to him/her from time to time by ordinance or resolution of the Mayor and Council. Monitors reports and makes recommendations regarding the City budget. 

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or equivalent related field
• 5-7 years of progressive administration/management experience in governmental or financial management
• Experience in community development, strongly desired
• Must possess good character and integrity
• Strong planning skills
• Customer-oriented
• Able to manage a diverse team of subordinates and department heads
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Special Requirements:

• Must be willing to work nonstandard hours, weekends and holidays as required to complete work assignments
• If considered for hire, applicant must also pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening
• City residency will be required.

Compensation and Benefits: The City Manager’s compensation will be competitive commensurate with experience and will include an attractive benefit package. 

How to Apply: The position will remain open until filled and will move forward immediately upon receipt of a sufficient pool of well-qualified applicants. If interested, please submit your cover letter, resume, and salary expectations immediately to:cjohnson@tuskegeealabama.com and include CITY MANAGER in the subject line.  

The City of Tuskegee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 Filing Deadline - Continuous
 

Nature of Work: The City of Enterprise, Alabama, pop. 28,376, is accepting applications for the position of City Administrator. The City of Enterprise currently employs approximately 280 full-time and 45 part-time seasonal employees.

This position involves a wide range of managerial, administrative and financial duties. The City Administrator is responsible, under the direction of the Mayor, for the daily administration of city, water board (if so designated by said board)and other related activities to include the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of documentation and projects related to council and various board actions. Oversees the business and financial activities of all city operations.

Conducts budget meetings with department heads, including the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer, and submits budgets to the city council and mayor in coordination with the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer and Mayor.

Integrates budget amendments received from the City Council and Mayor.

Makes investment recommendations to the City Council and mayor.

The City Administrator serves pursuant to appointment by City Council, upon nomination made by the Mayor, for the same term as the Mayor and Council.

The City Administrator assists the Mayor, who is the chief executive officer of the City, with personnel issues and decisions as to various personnel and departments.

Required Qualifications/Experience: Position requires a combination of training and experience equivalent to:

•  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration or related field as well as a Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
•  Possession of a valid driver’s license.
•  At least five years of municipal or business administrative experience preferred.
•  Ability to work non-standard hours such as nights, holidays and weekends.
•  Applicants must be bonded or have the ability to become bonded.

For more information regarding the position and qualifications, interested candidates are encouraged to visit our website: www.enterpriseal.gov. 

Position will remain open until filled. The City of Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Date Opened - 10/28/2020 10:46 AM
Filing Deadline - Continuous
 Jurisdictions - Montgomery County
Salary - $89,701.00/year
Department - County Commission
Employment Type - Full-Time

Nature of Work: The fundamental reason this position exists is to carry out the planning, organizational, and operational activities and functions for the county as delegated by the County Administrator. Work responsibilities include assisting the County Administrator with financial and budget management, Alabama Competitive Bid Laws and Public Works Law Compliance; planning, organizing and coordinating staffing functions; coordinating and directing county operations and support functions; managing and directing supervisory management training programs; developing and implementing managerial and operational policies and procedures; supervises professional employees; and monitoring the implementation of grant funded programs. Work demands the ability to use independent judgment and initiative when making decisions that impact county operations. This position reports to the County Administrator.

Minimum Qualifications -  Master’s degree in public or business administration or related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive management and supervisory experience in public administration, finance, or personnel administration, with at least five of the ten years at an executive-level management position such as a division, department or agency head. Experience in a county or municipal environment is preferred.

How to Apply -  Complete an online application by visiting http://www.montgomerypersonnel.com