Safety Services Director ( City Administrator )

City Of Norwood Ohio•Norwood, OH

2d•$120,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The City of Norwood is seeking a Safety Services Director, also identified as City Administrator. Under the direction of the Mayor, the Director is the executive head of the police and fire departments and the chief administrative authority of the City and other assigned administrative departments, such as water and building. The Director has the powers and duties connected with the appointment, regulation, and government of those departments, except as otherwise provided by law. The role leads and oversees city police, fire, public works, and public service functions. It directs personnel and departmental operations, develops and implements policies and goals, manages budgets and public works projects, coordinates with City officials and the public, and prepares reports and plans. The position also oversees municipal infrastructure and services, including streets, water, sewer, waste collection, public buildings, parks, and other city facilities. The starting salary is $120,000–$130,000, negotiable with experience. A comprehensive benefits package and pension are offered. Norwood residency is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in Environmental Health and Safety, Police Science, Fire Science, Behavioral Science, Public or Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; and seven years of recent demonstrated municipal management experience, including five years in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
Valid driver’s license and continued insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.
Norwood residency is required.
Knowledge or experience in municipal policies and procedures, budgeting, and purchasing.
Knowledge or experience with city zoning and building codes and code enforcement procedures.
Knowledge or experience with safety practices and procedures, OSHA safety and health rules, and DOL rules and regulations.
Knowledge or experience with water and wastewater treatment regulations and water distribution principles and practices.
Knowledge or experience with building construction, maintenance, and repair; sewer construction, maintenance, and repair; parks and recreation facilities; and grounds maintenance.
Knowledge or experience in law enforcement administration, disaster management, labor relations, employee training and development, personnel administration, and workplace safety.

Nice To Haves

Professional designations or memberships, such as ICMA, OCMA, CAMA, OML, or CLO.

Responsibilities

Lead, plan, administer, and direct city police, fire, and public works functions; establish and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards.
Advise the City on long-term operational needs and supervise, evaluate, and develop personnel, including handling complaints and internal investigations and approving employee status changes.
Report to the Mayor on departmental activities and data, and provide staff development and supervisory training.
Manage public works and oversee the improvement, repair, construction, and maintenance of public infrastructure and facilities, except where otherwise provided by law.
Plan, organize, prioritize, and direct Public Service Department activities, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance with policies, ordinances, and applicable laws.
Manage municipal water, lighting, heating, power, garbage, parks, and other city undertakings; maintain surveys, maps, plans, drawings, and estimates.
Oversee and approve contracts for buildings, improvements, supplies, and equipment; review private developments as they relate to City infrastructure.
Direct and coordinate construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of streets, water, sewer, waste collection and disposal, traffic control, and related public works.
Prepare bid specifications and oversee bidding for City public works projects.
Direct preparation and administration of safety services budgets, review budget requests, monitor expenditures, forecast funding needs, and recommend long-range plans and proposals.
Represent the City in dealings with other governmental jurisdictions and work with officials, departments, organizations, and citizen groups to develop programs and address safety service issues.
Create and implement emergency action plans and ensure each department has an emergency plan.
Prepare and present agenda items and reports to the Mayor and City Council; coordinate reports and presentations for City management and outside agencies.
Respond to citizen concerns and inquiries.
Maintain records of documents, reports, findings, and other proceedings, with certified copies serving as competent evidence in court.
Attend meetings, serve on committees, and attend training and seminars as directed.