05-6154 City Manager PositionRESOLUTION NUMBER 05-6154
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR THE CITY
MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body of Salina, Kansas:
Section 1. That the City Commission hereby adopts the position description for the City
Manager of the City Salina attached as Exhibit "A".
Section 2. That the City Manager position description shall be kept on record in the City of
Salina Human Resources Department.
Adopted by the Board of Commissioners and signed by the Mayor on this 7"' day of
February, 2005.
Monte Shadwick, Mayor
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Lieu Ann Elsey, CMC, Ci Clerk
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Resolution Number 05-6154 Exhibit "A"
CITY OF SALINA
POSITION DESCRIPTION
City Manager GR: CM -1 FLSA: EX DATE: 01/19/2005
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office DIVISION: N/A
REPORTS TO: Mayor & Commissioners APPROVED: JOB CODE: 7095
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Serves as the executive head of the municipality, oversees the daily administration and
business of the City of Salina. Work is difficult and requires significant interpretative
judgement in variation from established procedures and standards.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Firsthand or through effective delegation: provides direction and general management to
the overall efforts of the administration and operation of the municipal functions for the
City; receives assignments from the City Commission; implements the goals and
objectives set by the City Commission at its annual planning session; initiates assignments
in accordance with the general needs and services of the City or as suggested by various
committees, commissions and civic groups; reviews problems and renders guidance to
department heads; prepares and administers annual City budget; oversees the responsible
investment and use of City funds; performs supervisory oversight of department heads;
appoints, terminates and makes compensation decisions for all employees; researches
and recommends policies and ordinances to the City Commission; implements and
monitors approved policies and ordinances; administers and monitors approved policies
and ordinances; administers and monitors franchises; contracts; and agreements; makes
approval within expenditure authority; researches, prepares, and monitors grants; ensures
the efficient administration of all departments of the City working in conjunction with
department heads; acts as liaison with various community groups relating to City issues;
performs public relations duties in support of the City and City Commission; meets with
private citizens to inform and resolve various issues and problems; coordinates emergency
services; coordinates with various federal, state and local agencies and municipalities;
leads the City management team; and performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:
Supervises directly or provides oversight for all department heads and supervises
departmental Executive Assistant.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in public administration or related field, ten years of experience local
government with five years as manager or deputy/assistant manager. Experience and
knowledge of budgeting, accounting, personnel administration and analytical and statistical
skills are necessary. Possession of a valid Kansas driver's license.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Must live within the corporate limits of the city within 60 days of appointment and
thereafter.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials and the
public. (Daily)
Prepare and maintain accurate, well -organized and effective records, statements and
reports. (Daily)
Confer with management team to develop and coordinate administrative policy and to
provide direction on matters which City Commission has requested. (Daily)
Effectively conduct studies and investigations. (Daily)
Effectively listens to City Commission, citizens and staff. (Daily)
Effectively communicate orally and in writing. (Daily)
Effectively organize and prioritize the business of the City and provide timely follow
through to resolve issues before the City. (Daily)
Speak clearly and concisely before groups. (Daily)
Maintain and exhibit discretion and integrity at all times when handling confidential
information. (Daily)
Resolution Number 05-6154 Exhibit "A"
Maintain and apply knowledge of the principles, practices and ethics of administration.
(Daily)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work Type: Light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds
of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Climbing/Balancing: Minimal, ability to sit and stand
Walking: Minimal amount required
Stooping/Bending: Frequently
Stand/Sit: Sit about 50 percent of the time
Reaching: Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal
Vision: Adequate to perform essential functions
Color Vision: Adequate to perform essential functions
Hearing: Frequently perceive nature of sounds by ear
Speech: Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability
Manual Dexterity: Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION EXPOSURES:
Inside/Outside: Work inside
Cold/Heat: Controlled
Wet/Dry: Controlled
Noise/Vibrations: Office equipment
Hazards: None
Fumes/Dust/Odors: None
Infectious Diseases: Low exposure
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ability to read and comprehend written material.
Ability to understand basic mathematical and accounting concepts.
Ability to listen to and apply information and instructions.
Ability to organize files.
Ability to comprehend and apply computer software principles.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:
Copy machine, adding machine, calculator, computer, telephone, fax machine and
typewriter.
REMARKS:
The above position description is intended to describe the duties of an employee in
general terms and does not necessarily describe all of his/her duties.
CITY COMMISSION APPROVAL:
Adopted February 7, 2005, Resolution 05-6154.
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