Job Description

Overview

Description: Application Review and Interviews: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews will be scheduled for candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. The application must be filled out completely; stating see resume anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

Job Postings Closing Dates: A job posting may close before the listed deadline if the number of applications reaches the limit for that position. If the original deadline produced fewer applications than 1/6.

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Enjoy Industry Leading Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and extended sick leave, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
• Free and discounted transportation options to get around Aspen and the Valley.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including a tuition reimbursement program.
• Health and wellbeing options that include Medical, Dental, Vision, robust and accessible employee assistance program, and nationally recognized wellbeing platform.
• Monetary bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices and to use towards other personal needs.
• Plan for your future with competitive employer contributions to a 401a retirement plan and Social Security, in addition to an individual 457b retirement plan and Roth IRA option. Have peace of mind with life and disability insurance.

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant City Manager

Hiring Range: $126,838 annually $142,709 annually

Salary Range: $126,838 annually $190,299 annually

Department: City Managers Office

Classification: Exempt

Position Summary

In support of the City Managers Office, this position performs a variety of professional level duties and project management consistent with the organizations values and mission statement. Reporting to the City Manager, this position plays a critical role in organizational development projects and community-wide initiatives. Acts as a lead on key projects between City Managers Office, City departments, and the community.

Supervision

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the City Manager. This position is responsible for supervising the administrative staff for the City Managers Office.

Essential Job Functions

• Organizational Development: Executes leadership and supervision responsibilities through sound judgment, focusing on quality improvement, managing, and resolving conflict, fostering a culture of accountability, clearly defining responsibilities and expectations, setting goals, providing motivation and performance feedback, recognizing contributions, and encouraging training and development.
• Project Management: Prepares and develops plans for high level complex projects and programs requiring coordination and collaboration with internal and external contacts. Develops and manages various contracts to implement city projects and programs. Conducts high level policy analysis on a variety of topics. Oversees the citys legislative policy agenda.
• Community Engagement: Establishes positive working relationships with community representatives, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public. Represents the City in City Council meetings, commissions, boards, and professional meetings.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates a respectful attitude towards customers and coworkers, responds to resident requests, and provides effective services or solutions.
• Partnerships and Liaison: Pursues and maintains partnerships to meet community needs. Serves as liaison between community, staff, and City Council. Represents the city on multi-jurisdictional committees and negotiates agreements.
• Budget Support: Oversees the financial health of the City Managers Office, including budget and grant preparation, and monitors expenditures in coordination with administrative staff.

City Organizational Values

Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Upholds these values in daily work.

Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect.
• Partnership: Builds strong internal and external relationships to attain common goals.
• Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities.
• Innovation: Develops technical expertise and pursues new ideas.
• Communication: Effective oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.
• Interpersonal: Works well with diverse groups.
• Technology: Demonstrates technology skills and willingness to learn new tools.
• Public Administration: Knowledge of public administration and budget preparation.
• Business Management: Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, and coordination of people.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree with major coursework in government, political science, business, or related field.
• Experience: Five years in a similar role in local government, non-profit organizations, or related public sector activities.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Basic understanding of computers and online applications.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid Colorado drivers license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of start date.
• Preferred Candidate: Master of Public Administration (MPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) or related masters degree.

Notes: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. Combination of experience and education may be substituted for requirements as determined by the City of Aspen.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Position Type and Work Hours: Regular full time, hours may vary with workload. Evening meetings may be required, including City Council meetings and work sessions.

Work Environment: Indoors Office environment. Out of office Meetings, trainings, and site visits at various city facilities.

Physical Demands: Listed as representative of essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note: This job description reflects the general nature and level of work. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

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