The purpose of this job is to perform executive/managerial functions associated with serving as the chief executive officer of the municipal government under the policy direction of the City Commission. Duties and responsibilities include managing the operations and finances of all City departments (including, Community Relations, Finance, Fire, Library, Parks & Recreation, Personnel, Planning and Codes Enforcement, Police, Public Works, Water & Sewer, etc.) to ensure cost-effective delivery of services, and to inform and to advise the City Commission on City affairs, requirements and problems, both existing and anticipated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Recruits/selects management staff; supervises, directs, evaluates, and counsels assigned staff; handles employee concerns and problems; assigns work; administers disciplinary and other personnel actions.

Oversees routine activities in City departments; assists department directors in formulating non-routine workplans for coming year; assists in monitoring performance toward achievement of objectives.

Ensures enforcement of all laws and ordinances.

Anticipates long-range needs/problems of the City (five year planning); provides recommendations to City Commission on strategic planning, projected courses of action, capital improvement programs, amendments to zoning ordinances, etc.

Negotiates significant agreements for land purchases, road improvements, development issues, engineering/architectural services, intergovernmental agreements, etc.

Monitors existing/projected financial position of the City.

Prepares annual City budget recommendations; submits to City Commission for review and formal consideration; implements adopted budgets.

Communicates with City Commissioners on a regular basis to advise, provide status reports, make recommendations, and seek input on a wide range of issues affecting the City.

Represents the City in communications with the media, other governments, outside groups, etc.

Oversees preparation of City Commission agenda issues, including staff analysis and recommendations.

Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals; responds to citizen complaints of a serious nature.

Answers the telephone; provides information; returns calls as necessary.

Receives various documentation (e.g., contracts, agreements, letters, memorandums, reports, personnel action forms, etc.); analyzes and edits as necessary; approves and/or routes information to City Commission; responds/forwards as appropriate.

Prepares and/or generates routine correspondence, letters, memoranda, forms, reports and other documents via computer and/or typewriter.

Uses knowledge of various software programs to operate a computer in an effective and efficient manner.

Keeps abreast of new trends/advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Governmental Management required (Master's Degree in Public Administration desirable), with five or more years of experience at an increasing level of municipal management administration (or related); or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines which includes a computer, printer, facsimile machine, copy machine, calculator, telephone, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert up to twenty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability of writing and speaking to people to convey or exchange administrative, technical, financial, governmental, and legal information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures related to the job of City Manager. Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic to complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job of City Manager.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; determine time and weight; and utilize statistical inference.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with office equipment.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated office equipment.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DISCRIMINATION: May require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with emergencies related to the job of City Manager.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Has extensive knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the City and Administrative practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the job of City Manager. Has extensive knowledge of Administrative practices as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities. Knows how to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objectives for the expedience and effectiveness of specific duties of the position. Is able to develop and implement long-term goals for the City to promote effectiveness and efficiency. Knows how to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, computer operations, equipment needs, etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities. Is able to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, supervisors, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City. Is able to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner. Has good organizational, management, human relations, and technical skills. Is able to use independent judgment and discretion in supervising subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems. Has the ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information. Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology, principles, and methods utilized within the City. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations using percentages and decimals. Is knowledgeable and proficient with computers. Is able to read, understand and interpret financial reports and related materials.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Signatures below indicate the receipt and review of this job description by the employee assigned to the job and the immediate supervisor.