CITY OF ELLAVILLE, GEORGIA
SEEKS CITY MANAGER
POSITION SUMMARY:
The City of Ellaville is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as City Manager, Under the direction of the Mayor and City Council, the City Manger is responsible for the day-to-day operations, management, and coordination of all municipal departments, services, and personnel. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who values transparency, sound and fiscal management, and community engagement to make an impact in a close-knit, historic Georgia City.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES
- Serve as budget officer; prepare and administer the annual budget and monitor expenditures.
- Act as personnel director, purcahsing agent, and property manager for the City.
- Advise and assist Mayor and City Council and policy matters, ordinances and community priorities.
- Ensure the proper implentation and enforcement of the City oridances, policies, amd procedures.
- Oversee infrastructure, public works, utilities and capital improvement projects.
- Represent the City in dealings with state and regional agencies, community organizations, and the public.
- Pursue and manage grant funding and economic development opportunities on behalf of the City.
- Foster positive relationships with residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.
- Perform order duties as assigned by the Mayor and City Council.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administraion, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
- Prior experience in municipal government administration or management strongly preferred.
- At least aminimum of (2) years' experience, as City Manager, County Manager, City Clerk, County Clerk, or being in a leadership role in the private sector.
- Strong knowledge of municipal budgeting, finance, personnel administration, and local government operations.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with elected officials, staff, and the public.
- Valid Georgia driver's license, or ability to obatin one, required.
Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment screening.
Salary and benefits are negotiable depending on qualifications.
Please submit resume and letter of application detailing work history and three related refrences to either:
Email- wlong@ellavillega,org, In- person 55 South Wilson St Ellaville, GA 31806
Mail- City of Ellaville- Ciy Manger Application: P.O box 839, Ellaville, GA 31806
The City of Ellaville is an Equal Opportunity Employer