City Manager

Job Description:

City Manager

Description

Job Summary
The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer of the City and is responsible for implementing policies set by the City Council, overseeing the daily operations of all City departments, and ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of public services. This role requires a dynamic visionary with strong leadership, strategic planning, and exceptional management skills to support the long-term vision and goals of the City Council and community.

Bryan is home to approximately 90,000 citizens, and the City employs 900 full-time employees. As provided in the City Charter, the City Manager serves at the will and pleasure of the Council, subject to the provisions contained within an employment agreement. The City Manager is a recognized community leader and serves as the ambassador for the City Council and the municipal organization.
Essential Job Functions

• Assumes full management responsibility for departments; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Implements City Council policies, ordinances, and directives.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Assists the City Council in setting strategic goals and long-term planning.
• Develops and recommends policies, programs, and initiatives to improve city services and infrastructure.
• Prepares and administers the annual city budget in collaboration with department heads; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
• Monitors expenditures and ensures fiscal responsibility and transparency.
• Leads or supports long-term planning efforts related to land use, infrastructure, and economic development.
• Develops and implements initiatives that promote growth, sustainability, and quality of life.
• Directs the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and priorities across the organization.
• Communicates effectively with residents, business owners, and civic organizations.
• Represents the city at regional and state meetings and with other governmental entities.
• Fosters a positive and productive work environment that promotes accountability and innovation.
• Attends and participates in professional meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal government, management, and administration.
• Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Negotiates contracts and agreements with representatives of other governmental agencies and businesses.
• Responds to media inquiries, City Council concerns and issues, and community needs.
• Ensures adherence to HR policies and procedures.
• Upholds ethical standards in all city operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in municipal government leadership or public sector management; or significant, successful and progressive experience as a chief executive in an organization of comparable size and/or complexity.
• Proven track record of ethical leadership and decision-making.
• Highly desirable candidate will have experience in a diverse community and one which is experiencing growth.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.

Salary:

Salary negotiable; commensurate with experience and qualifications.