DEPUTY CITY MANAGER

Salary : $16,203.20 - $20,680.40 Monthly

Location : CITY OF CARSON, CA

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 2400107

Department : CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE

Opening Date : 12 / 12 / 2024

THE POSITION

Job Summary :

Under general direction of the City Manager or his / her designee, and in accordance with established procedures assists the City Manager in directing the operations of assigned departments and divisions, in compliance with policies established by the City Council; performs related duties as required pursuant to provisions of the Municipal Code.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

The class of Deputy City Manager is distinguished from Assistant City Manager in that the latter may serve as City Manager in the absences of City Manager. Both classifications are at-will positions and are not part of the classified workforce.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Meets with the City Manager and City Council, collectively and individually, to discuss the conditions and needs of the City.

2. Prepares reports, recommendations or responds as needed or as requested by the City Manager.

3. Meets with departmental directors, managers and staff to review, plan and discuss policies, programs, strategies and issues of concern.

4. Confers with or addresses the business community, citizens, and others to discuss City needs and challenges.

5. Provides information and assistance to civic organizations dealing with specific problems affecting the City.

6. Coordinates the activities of the City government with contracted agencies.

7. Evaluates and direct the work of subordinate staff; participate in selection of department directors.

8. Supervises, trains and evaluates personnel of other departments, as the City Manager or his / her designee deems appropriate.

9. Directly oversees and manages the Innovation, Sustainability & Performance Management Department.

10. Assists the City Manager in preparing and administering the City budget.

11. Mediates and resolves operational conflicts between and within City departments.

12. Prepares reports, studies and recommendations on a wide variety of administrative or management policies.

13. Provides staff support to various committees and commissions.

14. Serves on primary emergency response team in case of emergency or disaster pursuant to the City Emergency Plan.

15. Participates in the collective bargaining process as directed.

16. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, economics, or related field. And a minimum of eight (8) years of increasingly responsible management experience in local public governance, with at least four (4) years in a department director's role. A master's degree is preferred.

Knowledge of :

• Municipality management of City activities and services
• Principles and practices of public administration
• Performance measurement theory and practices
• Information technology and associated systems theories and practice
• Management theory and practice
• City organization, structure, operations, policies, and objectives
• Community and public relations
• Applicable City ordinances
• Budget preparation and management
• Principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Principles and techniques of public speaking and public relations
• Software programs to operate personal computer

Skills & Ability to :

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions :

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally :

City boundaries to attend meetings.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the selection process which will consist of an oral examination, weighted 100%. Passing the oral examinations does not guarantee an invitation to the selection interview. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite the highest scoring candidates to the next phase of the recruitment. Revisions to a testing component during a recruitment process can be made at the discretion of the Human Resources Department, applicants will be notified by email if a revision is made. An eligibility list will be established in accordance with the City's Personnel Rules, Rule VI, Employment List Procedures.

OTHER INFORMATION

The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call Human Resources for assistance at (310) 952-1736.

APPOINTMENT

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and / or verification. Inaccurate and / or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE : THIS POSITION IS OPEN

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communications and / or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.

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1. The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?

Which one of the following statements best describes the highest education you earned?

Please note : Proof of education (AA degree or higher) must be attached at the time of submission with your application.

For the degree completed and selected above, please list your major area of study, (e.g. Public Administratio, Finance, Management etc.). If you have no degree mark N / A

Do you have eight (8) years of progressively responsible management experience in local public governance? (Note : Your application must reflect the required experience clearly)

If you answered yes to the question above, do you have at least four (4) years in a department director's role?

Do you have over eight (8) years of experience issuing RFPs, including managing the entire implementation process? Please share examples of RFP projects you have managed.

Do you have more than eight (8) years of experience reconciling departmental budgets, including CIP's, special or restricted funds, and general funds?

If you answered yes to the questions above. Please provide examples of departmental budgets you have reconciled. If you answered no, mark N / A.

Could you please describe your administrative experience in the following municipal departments : Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, etc.?

This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following : 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for. 2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and / or certificates if applicable. (Note : resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.) 3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and / or certificates if applicable. 4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

Required Question

Salary : $16,203 - $20,680