City Manager

The City of R incon, GA

J ob Title: City Manager

Class Code:

D epartment: General Administration
FSLA: Exempt

Job Summary
Manages the day-to-day operations of the city, all city finances and supervises all
Department Heads. This position is responsible for administering all municipal functions
at the professional level. Duties include establishing and managing budgetary, financial
and personnel programs; planning and monitoring the activities of city departments; and
coordinating with State, Federal and Local Government Officials, Attorneys, Auditors,
engineers, and the public. Work is performed under the general direction and policy
guidance of Mayor and Council.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for direct supervision of 9 department heads and City Clerk.

• Recommends and implements approved annual budget.

• Reports projected income and expenditures to Mayor and Councilmembers

• Prepares in conjunction with Dept. Heads and submits budget for each operating

department and fund account and combines them to achieve a single annual
balanced budget.

• Coordinates grant and revenue sharing proposals and awards.

• Identifies investment alternatives for city funds.

• Coordinates the preparation of annual financial report with auditor.

• Assists Mayor and Councilmembers in establishing millage, utility, license and

permit fees.

• Supervises municipal purchasing activities and serves as the purchasing agent

for the city.

• Administers contracts awarded to providers of suppliers, equipment, and

services.

• Establishes goals, budgets, and work procedures in coordination with department

heads.

• Monitors performance of operations and adjusts procedures to improve

effectiveness and efficiency.

• Investigates and resolves complaints regarding city services and activities.

• Coordinates with Federal, State and Local Government Officials and the Public.

• Meets with citizens individually and conducts presentations for groups.

• Performs related work as assigned.
  

Minimum Education and Experience

The City of R incon, GA

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, or closely

related field. A master’s degree is preferred and may be substituted for one (1)
year of the required experience.

• Requires ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the

management and administration of a municipal government; or an equivalent
combination of education, training and experience that provides the required
knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Requires a minimum of 3 or more years of experience as a City Manager.
  

Required Certifications, Licenses, and/or Skills
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

• Must pass drug screening and background check.

• Must be Bondable.

• Ability to negotiate with a large variety of citizens and officials, with oral and

written communications.

• Ability to establish cooperative work and community relationships; analyze

complex problems and concepts; exercise independent judgment and act
decisively; manage and supervise diverse activities simultaneously; remain calm
in stressful situations; prepare detailed reports.

• Credentialed Manager - ICMA
  

Physical Demand
Sedentary Work – Involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time, and occasionally
carrying objects weighing up to 5 pounds.

Work Environment
The work is performed in an office and may require extended periods of sitting.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Rincon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City of Rincon
to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.
Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations
with management.