ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER

Senior Executive Manager

Incumbents serve as a senior executive manager, reporting to the top City executive and is responsible for broad policy planning and management oversight responsibilities. Incumbents will assist the City Manager with all phases of government and may include leadership of one or more departments. Responsibilities include: participating in strategic planning and budgeting; facilitating the development and implementation of policy proposals; leading leadership teams; representing the City with elected officials, other jurisdictions, citizen advisory boards and public forums; responding to constituents; and, evaluating performance of assigned City departments, program categories and/or services.

Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of progressively responsible management experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed in the job description. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona Driver License.

Selection Process Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include panel interviews.

Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Fingerprinting
• Criminal Background screening
• Education and Experience Verification
• Drug Screen
• E-Verify
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Surprise offers a broad range of inclusive employee benefits to help employees in their work and personal lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides our employees with competitive compensation, generous benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance for our diverse workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, retirement, and a variety of work/life programs, including generous paid time off and twelve holidays.