Town Manager

Town Of Pembroke Park•Pembroke Park, FL

About The Position

The Town of Pembroke Park operates under a Commission Form of Government, with the Town Commission serving as the governing body of the Town. The Town Manager serves as the top administrator of the Town supervising the day to day activities in the areas of Public Services, Finance, and Administration while implementing and enforcing all directives of the Town Commission. The Town Manager is responsible for ensuring all Town activities and operations are in accordance with local, state, and federal policies and regulations. The employee is expected to exercise a considerable degree of independence, initiative, and good judgment. Major responsibilities for this position also include serving as the Budget Officer in the development and administration of the Town budget, administering capital programs, and aligning Town financials and operations with the strategic plan, goals, and objectives determined by the Town Commission.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; a master’s degree in a related field is highly desired.
Minimum of Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in managing a municipal government as a Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager, or Senior Executive.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

a master’s degree in a related field is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Attends Council meetings and presents information and recommendations deemed necessary or as requested by members of the Commission.
Communicates orally, and in writing, with residents, constituents, vendors, the press, the public, civic groups, and the Town Commission to respond to questions and resolve concerns.
Regularly reviews comprehensive management reports from all departments and divisions within the Town and reports back to the Commission on individual department operations and issues.
Attends and participates in professional groups and committees that are relevant and beneficial to Town business.
Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive employee, resident, and other stakeholder inquiries and complaints with diplomacy and tact.
Administers and enforces the Town Charter and is responsible for the overall supervision and administration of Town operations.
Regularly communicates with the Town Commission as a whole in public Commission meetings/workshops/emails and/or individually with each Town Commissioner to deliver progress reports on achieved goals and objectives as well as Town issues/concerns; also compiles a variety of studies, reports, and research for decision making purposes presented to the Commission.
Plans, coordinates, and directs the operation of departments and programs; evaluates organizational issues and problems and facilitates strategies to streamline and improve operations.
Serves as the official Budget Officer working with the Finance Director to develop and propose the Town's annual operating budget for Commission review and approval; also monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned areas to ensure sound fiscal control.
Maintains responsibility for intergovernmental relations with other cities, and public and private organizations.
Provides overall organizational leadership in short and long terms plans and promotes the organizational values through daily operations and interactions.
Ensures Town workplaces are free of discrimination and harassment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Creates systems to facilitate and ensure maximum productivity of employees.
Ensures accountability throughout the Town and enforces disciplinary action when necessary.
Responsible for approving all new hires and terminations, except for specific senior department director positions as depicted in the Town Charter that are appointed by the Town Commission.
Makes recommendations on personnel policies and assignments for efficient operation of the Town government to the Commission for approval.
Enforces all laws, provisions of the Charter, and acts of the Commission subject to enforcement.
Ensures the Town’s emergency management plans are updated regularly to ensure preparation in the event of a man-made or natural disaster.
Builds trust, confidence, and rapport throughout the Town with employees, residents, the Town Commission, and the general public that promotes stability and overall excellent community relations.
Ensures that all services and goods procured by the Town are in accordance with Town purchasing policies and regulations.
Strives to ensure a high quality of life for all Town residents and visitors in the areas of safety, cleanliness, and pleasant living and working environments.
Negotiates highly complex contracts and solutions on a variety of administrative, fiscal and special projects; participates in the preparation and monitoring of program or special project budgets.
Schedules, coordinates, and assigns personnel to projects; reviews staff work and provides and approves training as appropriate.
Attends all Town events as the official representative of the Town.
Any/all other assigned duties and responsibilities as directed by the Town Commission.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Volunteer, Unpaid Personal Leave, and an Annual Personal Day. Paid time off encourages and supports a healthy work-life balance and helps to retain and attract talent.
Medical (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Dental (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Vision (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Life (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Short-Term Disability (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Long-Term Disability (All coverage is 100% paid by the Town)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Additional Voluntary Life
Other Voluntary Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Educational / Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Benefits such as Florida Retirement System (FRS), 457b, and ROTH IRA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)