City Administrator - Irondale, AL

Position: City Administrator - City of Irondale, AL
Location: Jefferson

The City Administrator reports directly to the Mayor and assists in the overall administration and operation of the City, both in coordination with and, when appropriate, in the absence of the Mayor. The City Administrator plans, directs, supervises, assigns, and evaluates the work of subordinate employees, which may include department heads and administrative support staff.

The City Administrator may also perform additional duties and exercise authority as delegated by the Mayor. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, representing the Mayor on boards, committees, and other official functions; serving as authorized signatory for designated City matters; overseeing the administration of City contracts; conducting investigations and addressing City complaints and grievances; attending City Council meetings;

coordinating legal matters on behalf of the City; and serving as a liaison with civic organizations, business groups, and other community stakeholders on matters affecting the City.

The City Administrator performs duties under the general direction of the Mayor and in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, local ordinances, policies, and procedures. Performance is evaluated through meetings, reports, and periodic performance appraisals based on the effective administration of assigned responsibilities.

While the City Administrator plays a key role in the management and day-to-day operations of the City, the authority to appoint, hire, discipline, and terminate employees remains solely with the Mayor, who serves as the City's Appointing Authority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

1. Valid Driver's License.

2. Experience supervising employees (e.g., directing the work of multiple subordinates, making final selection and termination decisions, training subordinates, conducting performance appraisals).

3. Experience developing, monitoring, and managing a departmental budget.

4. Experience managing the administration of contracts (e.g., requesting and/or issuing purchase orders, complying with applicable bid laws, contract development and negotiation).

5.

Experience with public speaking for organizational purposes (e.g., teaching, conferences, community meetings).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes.

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in Public Administration or Business.

2. Experience working in a municipal government environment.

SALARY RANGE: $106,080 - $164,569