City Administrator

City Administrator

Department: Administration

Job Status: Full-Time

Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.

Rate of Pay: 69.77 - 91.54

Position Type: Regular full-time

Status: Open until filled

Details: Apply by May 31, 2024 Apply Now

Job Summary

This position is responsible for directing, managing, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the City of Spearfish while planning for and providing guidance to the Common Council regarding future operations.

Minimum Requirements

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• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Master's degree preferred.

• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the departments in the city in order to direct and coordinate work within the city, usually interpreted to require ten years of related experience with at least five years in a leadership capacity.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Essential Functions

Maintains a physical presence and reliable attendance with the ability to respond at all hours when necessary.

Oversees, directs, solves problems, and provides policy direction through the administration of all departments, offices, and agencies of the city; ensures the overall effectiveness of all city operations and the achievements of goals and objectives established by the Common Council.

Ensures that the city is hiring, training, and retaining a qualified and professional workforce that complies with city policies, procedures, performance expectations, and safety culture.

Prepares and submits an annual budget for all departments to the Common Council for approval; monitors budget to ensure short- and long-term economic success and departmental compliance with budget initiatives and directives.

Responds to inquiries from the Common Council; provides updates, reports, oral presentations, and analysis to the Council as needed; makes formal recommendations to the Mayor and Common Council concerning the affairs of the city.

Ensures that all terms and conditions in any contract or franchise to which the city is a party are faithfully kept and performed.

Serves as liaison between city staff, the Mayor, and the Common Council; attends all meetings of the Council except as excused by the Mayor.

Keeps the Common Council fully advised of the future needs of the city and assists the Council with short- and long-range strategic planning.

Follows up with staff on actions of the Common Council to ensure compliance with and implementation of Council decisions, directives, policies, and ordinances.

Receives and reviews problems and complaints from the public and ensures proper follow-up and resolution.

Coordinates relations with local, state, and federal agencies to lobby for policy initiatives, planning initiatives, and capital projects in the best interest of the city; represents the city at local, regional, and state meetings and conventions.

Performs related duties.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge Required By The Position -

Knowledge of the operations, functions, programs, and procedures of all city departments.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee performance management and supervision.

Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws.

Knowledge of public administration and management principles.

Knowledge of budget preparation and government accounting.

Knowledge of safety principles and practices.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of project management.

Skill in delivering effective oral presentations.

Skill in managing multiple projects across multiple departments simultaneously.

Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex challenges and in implementing solutions.

Skill in interacting with and collaborating with a variety of parties.

Skill in contract negotiation and enforcement.

Skill in operating office equipment.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility -

This position has direct supervision over Finance Officer, City Attorney, Human Resources Director, Planning Director, Public Works Director, City Engineer, Public Safety Director, Library Director, Parks and Recreation Director, and Executive Assistant.

Supervisory Controls -

The Mayor assigns work in terms of city government goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of city government activities.

Guidelines -

Guidelines include city ordinances, state laws, federal laws, and federal rules and regulations. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops city guidelines.

Complexity/Scope of Work -

• The work consists of varied management, administrative, and supervisory duties.The variety of laws, case laws, regulations, and rules associated with various departments contributes to the complexity of the position.

• The purpose of this position is to oversee and provide leadership for all departments of the City of Spearfish while planning for and providing guidance to elected officials regarding city operations.

Contacts -

• Contacts are typically with elected and appointed officials, city staff, consultants, representatives of external agencies, constituents, volunteers, tourists, and members of the general public.

• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, motivate or influence persons, and to justify, defend, and negotiate matters.

Physical Requirements

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.

• The work is performed in an office.

Full Position Description

Position Description:

ADM01 - City Administrator.pdf

Organizational Chart:

City of Spearfish Organization Chart.pdf

Job Advertisement

City Administrator.pdf

City of Spearfish - City Administrator

Spearfish, a picturesque community surrounded by the beauty of the Black Hills National Forest. Spearfish offers something for everyone with its natural scenery, outdoor recreational opportunities, diverse economy, and quality of life.

Responsibilities: This position is responsible for directing, managing, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the City of Spearfish while planning for and providing guidance to the Common Council regarding future operations. This is a full-time position.

Requirements: The City Administrator will have knowledge and a level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

A master's degree is preferred. Candidates need experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the departments in the city to direct and coordinate work. The ideal candidate will have ten (10) years of related experience, with at least five (5) years in a leadership capacity.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Preference will be given to candidates with municipal government experience.

How to Apply: Candidates must complete our online application process.

Please visit the "Career Opportunities" page on the city's website www.cityofspearfish.com. Candidates will be required to upload a resume and cover letter with their online application package. Starting salary range $145,121.60 - $190,403.20 plus excellent benefit package.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by May 31, 2024. Position is open until filled. Individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process should contact the human resource director to commence the accommodation interactive process.

The City of Spearfish seeks to provide an equitable process in selecting candidates. The city does not consider references prior to the interview process.

Disclaimer

The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions.

The city reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed and as deemed appropriate. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Mayor or elected officials. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed for employees to perform the essential duties and responsibilities and meet the requirements of the position.

City of Spearfish employees are considered at-will employees. An employee may terminate his/her employment at any time, and the city may also terminate the employee's employment at any time. Unless otherwise provided by contract or law, all employment with the City of Spearfish is to be considered "at-will."

Application Special Instructions

A complete application package includes the online application, resume, and cover letter. Incomplete application packages will not be considered.

The City of Spearfish seeks to provide an equitable process in selecting candidates. The city does not consider references prior to the interview process.