City Manager of Yuma, Colorado assisted by KRW Associates

Job Description:

City Manager of Yuma, Colorado assisted by KRW Associates

Description

The Position

The City Council is seeking an experienced and energetic municipal leader with a proven track record, to lead the City of Yuma.  The City Manager will be a visible and engaging leader in the community. 

The City Manager works under the general guidance of the Mayor and City Council and is responsible for day-to-day administration and operations of all city departments with the exception of the City Clerk/Treasurer, Chief of Police and the City Attorney. This position is responsible for ensuring that all areas operate according to applicable laws, ordinances, sound workflows, efficient processes, appropriate fiscal controls and within budget. 

The City Manager provides leadership and direction to staff, and performs professional level duties associated with personnel management, finance and budgeting, strategic planning, grant writing, community outreach and enrichment, engineering, city planning, public works, facilities maintenance, legislative action, parks & recreation, library services, emergency services, animal shelter management, information technology, and airport operations.

The City Manager keeps the City Council advised of the financial condition of the City and is responsible for the annual budget proposal.  The City Manager works with elected officials and staff to formulate and implement the long-range plans, including developing and carrying out the vision, mission, goals and priorities of the community. 

The City Manager is responsible for staff recruiting, hiring, training, and performance evaluations and encourages effective communication at all levels within the City.  

The successful candidate will:

• Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of policies and initiatives.
• Represent the City in meetings with the City Council and other groups including but not limited to the Yuma County Water Authority, the Landfill Board, the Economic Development Council, and the County Commissioners.
• Provide strategic leadership in the researching of state, federal and private grant resources, write applications to secure funding and monitor compliance of awarded grants.
• Collaborate with the City Council to promote responsible and sustainable economic growth, business development and land use.
• Lead the effort to plan and complete necessary capital improvements. Negotiate and monitor contracts.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the staff and City Council. Provide regular reports, and recommendations to the Mayor and Council regarding operations, services and policy matters.

Salary:

130,000