Job Opportunity

City Manager
Oceanside (City of)

Date Posted:

May 12, 2022

Description:

Provides professional leadership in the management of the City and responsible for the coordination of all municipal programs and the executive supervision of all City departments and agencies. The City Manager’s principal responsibilities include assisting members of the City Council in formulating policies and responding to City Council issues and concerns, either directly or through various City staff members, to recommend options and potential solutions. Attends all meetings of the Mayor and City Council and carries out City Council policy as a guide to daily assignment of City operations. Duties may include: • Direct special administrative studies, investigations, and surveys to determine the effectiveness of administrative practices. • Analyze contracts, leases, reports, purchase bids, and other matters requiring comprehensive analysis in order to authorize administrative action. • Oversee departmental operations and expenditures; supervise the preparation and administration of the annual budget, and direct the development of program objectives, definitions, directions, and priorities.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a visionary, strategic, and high-energy leader who can work with city council, staff, and key stakeholders to achieve economic growth and improve quality of life for a diverse community. The successful candidate will have well-rounded skills in all facets of public sector governance, a proven track record in successful community development, and a solid financial acumen. The ideal candidate leads by setting a positive example of being proactive and organized; provides clear and consistent direction and can assess talent, mentor, and develop a team-oriented, high performing working environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to manage The City as it moves to promote new business ventures and build and maintain effective and collaborative relationships. A background addressing issues around homelessness, working with various populations, an understanding of coastal issues and opportunities, and knowledge of community and economic development is extremely helpful.

How to Apply:

For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Rev2-Oceanside-CM-Proof.pdf. To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and six professional references (references will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) at: https://koffassociates.com/city-manager-2/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of staff and budgets you have managed. For additional information, please contact: Frank Rojas at (510) 495-0448 or Email: frojas@koffassociates.com Website: https://koffassociates.com/

Filing Deadline:

6/17/2022

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