MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

• Must possess a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a substantially similar area from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess seven (7) or more years of progressive managerial experience in municipal government including five (5) or more years of work experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
• Ability to coordinate and supervise the activities of others and provide guidance and direction to management and other personnel.
• Skill and ability to communicate with professionalism to diverse groups, including the public, staff, contractors, and elected officials.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of public administration.
• Ability to supervise, plan, assign, coordinate and direct the work assignments of staff.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Possession of strong managerial skills and ability to develop effective partnerships.
• Ability to create project plans and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City officials, employees, and the general public.
• Ability to respond to community and City Council issues, concerns, and needs.
• Deep understanding of City operations, services, and activities.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal budget preparation.
• Excellent organization, decision making, and time management skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing goals and initiatives.
• Skilled and innovative leader and manager with proven track record of motivating, leading, and developing staff.
• Advanced leadership and management skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

The ability to work in a primarily sedentary position, with the ability to occasionally use force to exert up to 20 pounds. The ability to lift, carry or otherwise move objects, books, materials, etc. using up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from indoor temperature changes.

There are no environmental hazards associated with this classification.

SUPERVISION:

Reporting to the City Manager, the individual has contact with staff at all levels, and uses the necessary resources to meet and achieve goals and/or objectives.  Work is assigned through specific projects and customer request.  The employee is responsible for prioritizing work tasks, and for identifying and utilizing the appropriate resources to resolve a problem or situation.  Work performance is reviewed through observation, completion of projects, status reports, conferences and meetings.  Guidance is provided through the City Code, departmental policies, City operating practices and procedures, and other resources as applicable to specific projects assigned.  Work is evaluated at least annually, with respect to supervision of staff and programs, customer service, problem-solving ability and performance in accordance with this classification standard.

PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has regular and frequent contact with the general public.

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To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date of January 24, 2021.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity.  The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.  Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).