City Administrator

City Administrator Ecorse, MI Job Details Full-time $105,000 - $130,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Grant writing Master's degree Bachelor's degree Business Administration Budget preparation Procurement management Senior leadership Full Job Description The City of Ecorse is seeking an experienced and vigorous leader for its City Administrator. The individual shall be responsible for the direction and oversight of all City Departments and all city functions. The City Administrator shall be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council based on his/her executive and administrative qualifications. The City Council shall determine the City Administrator's compensation at the time of appointment and such compensation may be adjusted annually if determined necessary by Resolution of the City Council. The City Administrator shall ensure that the City of Ecorse is in compliance with the City Charter and all applicable County, State, and Federal laws. The City Administrator shall oversee the day-today operations of the City, City Departments and City functions. All actions of the City Administrator shall be in compliance with the City Charter of the City of Ecorse. City Administrator shall have the following essential responsibilities: City Administrator shall work with the Mayor and City Council and other City Departments, Boards and advisory groups to develop City Policies and Procedures. The City Administrator shall coordinate efforts with the Mayor and City Council for long term planning, including the reuse of vacant land, encouragement of current business and industrial operations, attraction of new businesses and industry, and improvement to the residential areas of the City. City Administrator will work with the Mayor in coordinating the City's responses to citizens, the news media, prospective developers and new businesses. City Administrator will work in cooperation with other local communities, counties, authorities, the State of Michigan, the federal government, the judicial system and any other group or organization within or without the City. The City Administrator shall work to secure additional financial resources for the citizens of Ecorse through cooperative efforts in the form of grants, low interest loans, and contribution of other resources. City Administrator shall oversee the day-to-day operations of the City, City Departments, City functions and City employees. The appointment and termination of the Department Heads and other City appointments are the responsibility of the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council. No City employees will be hired or terminated except with the consent of the Mayor and Council. City Administrator is responsible to administer all City benefit programs for both active and retired City employees and oversee the negotiation and implementation of all Union contracts. City Administrator Coordinates completion of an independent Annual Audit and reports to the Mayor and City Council, citizens of Ecorse, and to the State of Michigan. City Administrator shall carry out the duties and responsibilities set forth in the Emergency Municipal Loan Act, MCL 141.937(1 )(b)-(g), (2) and (3). City Administrator provides oversight of purchasing goods and services for use for all City functions and operations. City Administrator ensures the bidding and administering all capital improvement projects for the City are carried out in a fair, unbiased, efficient, and productive manner. The above job description is illustrative and not a complete itemization of all facets of the position. Requirements EDUCATION and

EXPERIENCE

Qualifications and Requirements for

City Administrator:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or some closely related field and a minimum of five (5) years of responsible experience as a City Administrator, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or Department Head in one or more communities having a Council/Manager form of government. Masters Degree in Public Administration is desired.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of wide range of issues covering all areas of responsibility including having a proven track record in finance, budget preparation, labor relations, community and economic development, grant writing and administration, and inter-governmental relations. Ability to relate to staff and public in a positive manner. Able to handle information discreetly and confidentially. Valid State of Michigan Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to secure one in short time.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Environment:

Tasks are performed in both inside office and outside environmental conditions.

Mobility:

Sitting, standing, walking for prolonged periods of time, extensive use of computer keyboard.

Vision:

Vision acuity to read numerical figures, see distant and close objects.

Other factors:

Administrator will be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Administrator will be required to travel outside City boundaries for City business or to attend meetings.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Municipality:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person