#15 - City Administrator Job Description

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• Demonstrates a working knowledge of advanced office practices, procedures, equipment and Microsoft Office. • Commitment to exceptional customer service and positive attitude. • Demonstrates a team player approach and high level of professionalism in assisting staff. • Demonstrates initiative in process improvement opportunities. • Ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with staff and the public. Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions: Most work is performed in a normal office environment. The Administrator may be the person to whom a complaint is delivered by a citizen or referred by an employee and work may involve dealing with and calming individuals who are emotionally charged over an issue. This position typically requires: sitting, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, typing, and seeing. This position encounters unexpected and prolonged workdays and stress and pressure from dealing with emotional issues and conflicts. There is also sustained exposure to computer keyboards and video screens. This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The City Administrator is responsible for diverse matters, many of which have deadlines and require significant attention to detail. Approximately 25% of the time, work is performed at the highest level of detail and pressure of deadlines. **The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Master’s Degree Experience: Extensive experience working in local government. Licenses/Certifications: This position will require the following be met and maintained through term in this position: • Valid MN Driver’s License Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in public administration, urban studies or related field. • Previous experience in a full-service municipal or government setting with public utilities. • Knowledge of planning and zoning and economic development. • Knowledge of records management and MN data practices. • Experience in the fundamentals of finance and budgeting. • Initiative to look for continual improvement opportunities. • Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in decision-making. • Ability to effectively problem solve using analytical and strategic thinking. • Process basic computers skills, including a good knowledge of and experience using: • E-mail and Microsoft Outlook • Web Browsing • Basic Computer Mapping (Google Maps, Bing) • Adobe PDF Viewer • Microsoft Office Products