Listing Summary

City of Washington

102 E. Liberty Street

Washington, GA 30673

City Administrator Job Announcement

JOB SUMMARY

The City Manager is responsible for directing and supervising the operations of the City of Washington. Work involves managing and supervising all departments of the City to achieve goals using available resources. Responsibilities include preparing the annual budget, providing leadership and direction in the development of short and long-range plans, advising the Mayor and City Council of financial conditions and current and future needs of the City, and monitoring and ensuring compliance with State/Federal regulations.

Salary: Starting at $110,000 up, depending on experience and qualifications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages activities of City departments by assigning priorities and objectives to department heads and professional staff; reviews/approves management reports regarding department and administrative activities;
• Ensures that all City operations are performed within available resources;
• Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long-range plans; gathers interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports, and recommendations for decision-making purposes;
• Provides professional advice to the Mayor and City Council and direction to department heads;
• Communicates official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the public;
• Prepares and administers annual City budget; monitors revenues and expenditures by assigned area to ensure that City operations are performed within budget and to ensure sound fiscal control;
• Advises the Mayor and City Council of financial conditions and of current and future City needs;
• Develops strategic plans and tactical implementations that will improve the City.
• Prepares a variety of studies, reports, and related information for decision-making purposes;
• Supervises the purchase of all materials, supplies, and equipment after soliciting bids from qualified contractors, which are necessary for the operations and maintenance of city services;
• Manages all City personnel;
• Determines work procedures, evaluates workflow and process, and expedites workflow; studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations;
• Ensures that all operations are performed according to City policies, procedures, and ordinances, as well as according to Federal, State, and Local laws;
• Tracks legislative issues and ensures that the City stays abreast of and in compliance with new laws;
• Participates in instructional sessions and sales presentations;
• Attends all City Council meetings;
• Attends local, regional, and state meetings regarding policies and issues that impact the City;
• Serves as liaison to City Boards and communicates directives and addresses issues of City Council; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Reports directly to the Mayor and Council and is an “at-will” employee. For more information, refer to the City of Washington’s Charter at https://library.municode.com/ga/washington/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH2AD_ARTIIOFEM_DIV2CIAD

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field; five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in local government or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of modern policies and practices of municipal government;
• Knowledge of personnel management practices;
• Knowledge of personnel management, progressive disciplinary policies, and State and Federal guidelines;
• Knowledge of electric utility, sanitation, water, and sewer operations;
• Knowledge of City codes, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and guidelines regarding City organization and operations;
• Knowledge of functions and activities of City departments;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal government budget preparation and administration;
• Knowledge of state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing City operations;
• Skill in preparing and administering municipal budgets;
• Skill in planning, organizing, staffing, and directing the efficient and effective delivery of City services, programs, and functions through subordinate staff;
• Skill in providing responsive advice and staff support to the Mayor and Council;
• Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports;
• Ability to establish priorities and direct the allocation of City resources; 
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, effectively, orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, City officials, and the public; and
• Ability to efficiently and effectively administer a municipal government. 

All applicants should submit their resume and job application (access here: https://form.jotform.com/231076464740152 ) to Attention: Yoshe Jenkins P.O. Box 9 Washington, GA 30673 or emailed to yjenkins@wga.gov. You can also drop it off at 102 E. Liberty Street, Washington, GA 30673. The deadline to apply is August 9, 2024, by 2:00 p.m.

The City of Washington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.

The listing ends on:

8/09/2024