City Manager
City of Buellton, CA
Filing deadline: 8/17/2009

Assistant General Manager
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Los Altos, CA
Filing deadline: 7/6/2009

Assistant City Manager
City of Novato, CA
Filing deadline: July 17, 2009

City Attorney
City of Pleasanton, CA
Filing deadline: July 3, 2009

Finance Director
City of Reno, NV
Filing deadline: Open until filled

Economic Development and Housing Director
City of San Clemente, CA
Filing deadline: 6/19/2009

County Administrator
Teton County, WY
Filing deadline: 2/20/2009

County Administrator
Yolo County, CA
Filing deadline: To be announced

Located in beautiful Santa Barbara County within the Santa Ynez Valley, Buellton has a growing population of over 4,300 residents.  Incorporated in 1991, Buellton has enjoyed a history of stability and economic vitality.  Seventeen full-time staff oversee the areas of public works, planning, parks and recreation, finance and administration with a 2009/10 total budget of $12 million with healthy reserves.  The ideal candidate will be an effective leader and communicator with proven local government experience as well as technical strengths in finance, planning, land use, and redevelopment.  A Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s preferred.  Salary will be dependent upon the qualifications of the selected candidate, and the City offers a competitive benefit package.

Filing deadline is August 17, 2009

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An independent special district formed 37 years ago, the District has permanently preserved over 57,000 acres of mountain, foothill, and bay land open space creating 26 preserves in San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz counties. With a 7-member independently-elected Board, this position is appointed by the General Manager and will enjoy the benefits of a politically stable environment and outstanding organization of 103 highly-competent and dedicated staff members. This position oversees a staff of eight in human resources, budget and accounting, and information technology and serves as the Clerk of the Board. It is expected that the Assistant General Manager will provide highly responsible administrative staff assistance to the General Manager and will conduct analyses of a wide range of policies involving the District’s organization, procedures, and services. The ideal candidate will take a broad view of the organization, understand administrative processes, and be outgoing, intuitive, proactive, and passionate about the District’s mission. A Bachelor’s degree in public/business administration or a similar field is required; Master’s degree is highly desirable.  Salary range is $111,080 to $142,542 DOQ with outstanding benefits.

Updated deadline is July 6, 2009

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Novato, one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s premier communities, is pleased to announce it is recruiting for an Assistant City Manager. Located in beautiful Marin County , Novato (pop. 54,000) offers a wonderful balance of open space and rural atmosphere with a growing downtown and expanding business base. While there is plenty to enjoy in and around Novato , the community is also just minutes away from world class attractions, such as San Francisco , the wine country and the Pacific Ocean . Services and programs are provided to residents, businesses and other clients by a staff of 215 employees in six departments: Administrative Services, Community Development, Public Works, Police, Redevelopment, and Parks, Recreation and Community Services. Water, sanitary sewer and fire suppression services are all provided by special districts. The City has an operating budget of $30 million. In addition to the typical skills and abilities expected of an Assistant City Manager, the City will be looking for an individual with a strong customer service orientation, interest-based problem solving skills, and the ability to juggle a host of different priorities while retaining a sense of humor. The ideal candidate will have financial management and project management skills and be results-focused and collaborative. Downtown, redevelopment and economic development experience is highly desired. The Assistant City Manager also serves as Director of Administrative Services and oversees a staff of 13 in Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology and Risk Management.

• Compensation: Salary up to $151,164 annually plus $925 monthly for benefits; PERS 2%@55 retirement, City pays the employee’s contribution (EPMC); very generous vacation and executive leave.
• Education and experience: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required; a Masters degree is highly desirable. Five years experience as an executive manager, preferably with a city or county.
• Application process: Apply by 5:00 p.m., July 17, 2009 by submitting a resume with cover letter. The position will remain open until filled. Resumes received subsequent to July 17 will be held pending the results of the first round of interviews.
• Selection process: A review of resumes received by July 17 will be conducted immediately and a telephone screening of the most qualified candidates will be conducted the week of July 20. Interviews with the top candidates will be held on Monday, July 27.

For more information about Novato and the Assistant City Manager position, please visit www.ci.novato.ca.us or contact Deputy Director of Administrative Services Dan Weakley at (415) 899-8918 or dweakley@ci.novato.ca.us.

 

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Much more than a vision…

Have you ever imagined a City that has built a reputation for success and is committed to a promising future? A fiscally and politically stable municipality with a management team that values organizational and community-wide problem solving? A premium place to live, work and raise a family? Then you were dreaming of the City of Pleasanton. As City Attorney, you will bring your in-depth knowledge of municipal law and proven experience in a local government agency to this progressive, collaborative, professional, and energetic organization. We invite you to apply for this outstanding opportunity. Salary is open DOQ, and the City offers an outstanding benefit package.

Filing deadline is July 3, 2009.

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With a population of over 220,600, Reno is the largest city in Northern Nevada and is the regional center for commerce and culture. Reno is truly the gateway to adventure and unlimited activities. The Finance Director will be a seasoned professional with a global perspective of how finance serves as a resource to this full-service City with nearly 1,600 full-time equivalent employees and a total budget of over $478 million.

Bachelor’s required, Master’s and/or CPA preferred. Salary range $129,372 - $174,465 DOQ with excellent benefits including no cost medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday policies.

Open until filled.

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The beautiful southern California community of San Clemente has 4.7 miles of beautiful beaches and great surf that draw visitors on a year-round basis. The City is a family-oriented community of more than 67,900 residents and encompasses 18.5 square miles. Reporting to the City Manager, the Economic Development and Housing Director will develop, manage and coordinate programs in support of the City's economic development interests and housing programs, including overseeing the City’s Redevelopment Agency. Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, economics, public or business administration, or a related field is required; Master’s desirable. Annual salary range of $124,872 -- $151,788 depending upon qualifications and excellent benefit package.

Filing deadline is June 19, 2009.

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The County Administrator is retiring after 12 years service to the County. Five-member Board elected at-large on staggered 4-year terms. $51M Operating budget; 350 employees. Jackson Hole (population 9,631) sole municipality in County. Renowned resort area includes Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park in northwest Wyoming. Prefer Master’s degree in public administration/related field or 10 years experience in multifaceted organization with minimum 5 years at executive level. More local information at www.tetonwyo.org.

Filing deadline is February 20, 2009.

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Information to come soon.

 

 

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