TREASURE ISLAND – City Manager – Temporary

The City of Treasure Island is seeking a temporary City Manager to assist while we recruit our next permanent City Manager.  Treasure Island is located on the beautiful west coast of Florida and has the small-town beach vibe so many visitors have come to love over the years.

Salary is negotiable and set by the City Commission.
Healthcare/benefits: negotiable
Travel/relocation: negotiable
Temporary housing: negotiable

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The City Manager is the administrative head of the City government providing direction and general management for the administration and operation of each department within the City of Treasure Island to implement policies set by the City Commission.

The position is expected to exercise considerable independent professional expertise and judgment in solving problems through the application of City’s financial & administrative policies and practices.  The City Manager will be able to work independently and have a working knowledge of local government principles, practices, and procedures. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Commission. The primary duties expected of the successful applicant will include, but not be limited to, the following essential functions.

Essential Job Functions:
Implement the strategic direction and policies set forth by the City Commission.
Be a resource to City Commission members to provide professional recommendations, review and discuss projects, programs, and matters impacting city government.
Determine the resources needed to provide City services at the established service levels and identify programs and projects to meet the needs of the City.
Build an annual proposed City Budget and Capital Plans for the City Commissions consideration.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with members of the public, chambers, civic associations, and various community groups.
Provide organizational leadership and management for the City organization and its’ employees.
Responsible for the hiring and management of Department Directors of eight departments and City staff members in the Administrative Department.
Follow state legislative actions and be able to implement the laws adopted by the State.
Ensure that all laws and ordinances and policies of the City are duly enforced and that all franchises, permits, licenses and privileges granted by the City are faithfully performed and observed.
Present, prepare reports and/or statements to share information to City Commission, various boards/committee/organizations and the general public.
Attend all meetings of the City Commission unless otherwise excused.
Perform the duties of the City Manager as described in the Treasure Island Municipal Code.
These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.  Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications, Licenses and Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
Master’s degree preferred
Five (5) years’ experience as a City Manager in a coastal community or Florida experience
ICMA credentialed
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience (including nonprofits).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities and Environmental Conditions:
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of organization and functions of City government and current trends and recent developments in management.
Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding City management, City contracts for public services, budget, finance, and human resources management.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage the activities of the City under the policy guidance and direction of the elected officials of the City.
Ability to manage and provide organizational leadership.
Ability to develop and implement effective City organizational policies and procedures.
Ability to establish priorities and direct the allocation of City resources.
Ability to develop plans and recommendations for broad and specific City goals, objectives and policies. Direct the execution of City programs and projects.
Strong verbal and written communications skills, targeted to the intended audience.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish effective relationships with personnel and members of the community.
Ability to communicate tactfully.