Deputy City Manager

Overview

The City Manager is looking for an energetic collaborative individual who is passionate about local government to serve as the Deputy City Manager to assist with the daily management of the City.

The Deputy City Manager may also serve as the Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager. This position will be responsible for keeping abreast of changes in Federal, State and local law, and rules and regulations, as well as analyzing the impact of those changes. The position serves as a liaison to City departments, public safety agencies and programs based on general direction and policy of the City Manager.

• Overseeing the operations of a diverse portfolio of departments.
• Work on a variety of interesting and complex projects, collaborating with the City Council, department directors, City staff, and the community.
• May serve as Acting City Manager in the absence of the City Manager.
• Keep abreast of changes in Federal, State and local law, and rules and regulations, and analyze the impact of those changes.
• Serve as a liaison to City departments, public safety agencies and programs based on general direction and policy of the City Manager.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year university with major coursework in management, business or public administration, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree in a related field is desirable, as is any other Executive Level educational achievements, including but not limited to Mission Square credentialed manager designation.
• Extensive executive administrative experience of more than five years at the department head or higher top management level is desired, including experience and expertise in most facets of municipal management including budget administration, city planning, economic development, executive staff supervision, public transportation, public safety, and automated management information systems.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.

This is an exempt position.