Assistant City Manager - the City of Azle, TX

The City of Azle seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant City Manager.

Salary Range for this position is $156,852 - $216,389 DOQ

About Azle:

The City of Azle is a vibrant community located in Tarrant and Parker counties, known for its commitment to providing quality services to its residents. With a focus on economic development, public safety, and community engagement, Azle offers a dynamic environment for professionals dedicated to public service.

Job Summary:

The Assistant City Manager serves as a key member of the city's executive leadership team and supports the City Manager in the administration and management of city operations, projects, and services. This role involves coordinating with department heads, providing policy advice, and fostering interdepartmental collaboration to achieve the city's strategic goals. The Assistant City Manager acts as the City Manager's representative in various capacities and may oversee specific departments or functional areas.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City of Azle is seeking a skilled and visionary leader with strong decision-making skills who values relationship building and customer service.

The right fit for this position will be approachable and have strong interpersonal skills that allow them to work effectively and collaboratively with elected and appointed leaders, colleagues throughout the organization, community agencies, and members of the public. They will also be willing to think outside the box and inspire innovation and be sensitive to Azle’s political climate, committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce.

The ideal candidate must be a proven municipal leader with the ability to successfully manage any City Department, program, project, or activity assigned by the City Manager. The incoming Assistant City Manager will provide executive leadership and strategic guidance to ensure the efficient operation of the City’s government.

The ideal candidate will also be energetic, honest, fair, and creative, a respected servant leader who is not afraid to engage in difficult conversations or implement change when necessary to move the organization forward. They should also have strong organizational skills and experience in budgeting, long-range planning, and financial management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership:

• Assist the City Manager in planning, directing, and coordinating the operations of city government.
• Serve as a liaison between the City Manager, department heads, and elected officials to ensure seamless communication and implementation of policies.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of assigned departments, ensuring alignment with the City’s goals and objectives.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Collaborate on the development, analysis, and implementation of city policies and programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of policies and recommend improvements.
• Provide recommendations to the City Manager and City Council on critical issues.

Budget Management:

• Assist in the preparation and management of the city's annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency.
• Monitor expenditures and recommend cost-saving measures to optimize city resources.
• Provide financial reports and updates to the City Manager and other stakeholders.

Community Engagement:

• Represent the city in meetings with residents, businesses and community groups to foster positive relationships and address concerns.
• Respond to public inquiries and resolve issues to enhance community satisfaction with city services.
• Promote public participation in city initiatives and programs.

Project Management:

• Lead and oversee special projects and initiatives as assigned by the City Manager.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet strategic objectives.
• Coordinate interdepartmental efforts to achieve project goals.

Leadership and Supervision:

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations for department heads and staff.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that encourages collaboration and innovation.
• Serve as Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager, assuming full administrative authority as needed.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Prepare and present reports to the City Manager, City Council, and other stakeholders on city operations, projects, and initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration,Urban Planning or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government, including supervisory roles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of public administration principles, municipal operations, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with economic development initiatives and public-private partnerships.
• Strong understanding of municipal government operations, services and budgeting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, develop solutions, and make sound decisions.
• Proficiency in technology and software commonly used in municipal operations (e.g., financial software, project management tools).
• Commitment to ethical conduct, transparency and public service.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree in Public Administration or a related field.
• Experience in Texas municipal government operations.
• Credentialing as an ICMA Certified City Manager

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based, with occasional site visits to municipal facilities or community events.
• May require evening or weekend work to attend meetings or special events.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Auto Allowance
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• TMRS 7% with City Match of 2:1
• Voluntary retirement plan participation in Nationwide 457(b)
• Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation, and Personal leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application, a resume, cover letter, and references. First review of applications will occur on or around February 14th.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The City of Azle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

This job description reflects the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.