The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an honest, motivated, working manager with a record of professional accomplishments that demonstrate the ability to effectively lead in a diverse public organization. A proven record as an effective and collaborative leader—possessing confidence, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong technical and business acumen, and sound fiscal management skills are essential. This Deputy City Manager position requires a strong, visionary leader committed to quality improvement, customer service, staff engagement and inclusiveness, and performance management. The qualified candidate will be able to negotiate challenging political waters, while remaining focused on organizational goals and working with a passionate and involved City Council. The successful candidate will be a visionary, strategic leader and planner who can work with City Council, staff, property owners and developers, the business community, and other key stakeholders to achieve economic growth and improve the quality of life for all City residents.
The successful candidate shall have expertise in financial and budget management, and public sector administration. The ideal candidate will have focused experience in the areas of Community Development, including a background in economic development and planning with awareness of environmental regulations and laws affecting community development. Excellent interpersonal abilities are necessary to build and maintain solid relationships with elected officials, regional and national business partners, surrounding cities, governmental agencies, staff, and the community through open and respectful dialogue.
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