City Manager

CITY OF SAN LUIS, ARIZONA San Luis, one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona and youngest city in Yuma County, is dedicated to deliver high quality services to our community.

Our culture of diverse and collaborative workforce fosters professional development, wellness, recognition and promotion of leadership. We pride on working together to serve the needs and shape the future of our unique and dynamic community

ABOUT THE CITY GOVERMENT The City of San Luis is a full-service municipality operating under a Council-Manager form of government. The Mayor and Council is a seven-member elected body that sets policies, enacts ordinances, approves appropriations and develops overall vision for the city, which is then carried out under the City Manager’s direction.
The position of City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and Council and is responsible for directing the daily operations of all city departments and works closely with the Mayor and Council to ensure the vision of the City’s elected officials is implemented. In addition to keeping the Mayor/Council informed about City operations and advising them about issues requiring their attention, the City manager is responsible for city employees, throughout the lifecycle of their employment.

The City Manager has significant responsibilities related to development of the annual budget for review and approval by the Mayor and Council.
City services are provided under the direction of the City Manager through its 13 departments with 276 full-time and 14 part-time employees. The City has a total Budget of 103.6 million, which includes Enterprise Funds and Capital Projects Funds as well as a 25 million budget for a Detention Facility
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY San Luis, Arizona is located in Yuma County at the Southwest corner of the State of Arizona, adjacent to the Colorado River and right at the border with San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, Mexico and California. Visitors cross the border between both cities on a daily basis, creating a sense of fluidity that impacts all aspects of life, culture, language, heritage, environment and most importantly economy.

San Luis was founded in 1930 and incorporated in 1979, as a young city, San Luis appeal extends to the abundance of affordable housing and quality of life that is essential to attracting new residents. With a great educational structure focus in providing higher education and low crime makes this city a unique place to call home. Shopping in San Luis provides a range of diverse retails stores that are located in the downtown adjacent to the border.

Shopping in the Mexican border town is always a favorite, and the open air markets in this town offers Mexican souvenirs, dentist, doctors, and pharmacies within walking distance from the border. San Luis rich heritage and cultural appeal makes this city a unique community.

Current population is 37,207.

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Directs the development and implementation of City goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures necessary to provide municipal services, approve new or modified programs, systems, administrative/personnel policies and procedures.
• Coordinates City activities, between departments and with outside agencies and organizations; makes appropriate decisions or recommendations for City Council consideration and adoption; provides staff assistance to the City Council; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow, reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
• Directs the development, presentation and administration of the City budget; prepares and oversees the financial forecast of funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors revenues and expenditures; makes mid-year adjustments.
• Prepares and submits to the City Council annual reports of financial and administrative activities; keeps City Council advised of financial conditions, program progress, and present and future needs of the City.
• Confers with residents, taxpayers, businesses, and other individuals, groups, and outside agencies having an interest or potential…