Deputy City Manager

City of Long Beach

Deputy City Manager

Annual Salary: $200,397 - $225,213 DOE/DOQ

The City of Long Beach seeks a Deputy City Manager (DCM) to work alongside the City Manager and Assistant City Manager as part of the City’s Executive Management Team to implement City Council’s policies and programs. The City is looking for a DCM who is willing to do hands-on work and make this position their own. They will serve as a facilitator and liaison, providing support to City departments as needs arise. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, collaborator, and strategist. They are eager to serve the Long Beach community by working as a consensus builder and helping departments work on joint projects.

The next DCM will have experience in local government and can thrive in a dynamic work environment. They will be a talented and inspiring leader who communicates well and is self-motivated. Understanding the big picture while paying attention to detail and being well-organized is an essential part of this position. The DCM will know how the City’s departments work and leverage this knowledge to align City-wide goals and projects accordingly. An incumbent who is looking for a role where every day looks different will thrive as the City’s DCM. This is a great opportunity to create your legacy, build a solid career in government in an organization that is dedicated to its community, and make a difference in the lives of many!

See the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/59bd8553-6e54-446d-bf6e-8a192b271241

JOB DUTIES/THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Deputy City Manager (DCM) works collaboratively with all other Department heads to ensure the City Council’s policies and programs are implemented and that departments are working collaboratively to meet the community’s needs. This role requires hands-on work, such as drafting staff reports and memos or diving deep into Departmental budgets or projects. It involves communicating with Councilmembers, the community, and the media. Under the direction of the City Manager and Assistant City Manager, the DCM serves as a key member of the City’s Executive Team directly overseeing the Office of Governmental Affairs, Office of Cannabis Oversight, planning for the annual City Manager’s management retreat, and implementation of the Strategic Visioning Plan. The DCM will assist, as needed,  in other areas of critical need in the organization  such as economic development, public safety, hiring, homelessness, or other areas of immediate concern. The incumbent will work closely with the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Mayor, City Council, all City Departments, a wide variety of public and private organizations, governmental agencies, and community groups. Complementing all the duties listed above, this role will focus on intergovernmental coordination at all levels as well as grant coordination for state and federal funding opportunities. The City Manager is looking for this DCM to make this position their own, looking at the City organization from a macro-governmental level aligning with City Manager’s priorities.

The next DCM should be eager to spearhead projects and initiatives and coordinate the resources and collaboration necessary for their successful completion. They will work to build relationships inside and outside the City Manager’s Office and foster a collegial work environment within their staff and among interdepartmental teams. The ideal candidate understands the importance of cross-departmental and collaborative communication. They are adaptable to the daily changes of this role and will volunteer to take on work outside their purview. The successful candidate will demonstrate that they are solution-oriented and fiscally savvy. They also will be eager to learn, understanding the growth that will come with this role. The next DCM has a can-do attitude and inspires staff to work at their highest level. Being politically savvy with strong interpersonal skills is key, as the DCM works with a wide range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will exhibit critical thinking and show sound judgment and decision-making skills. This position is an opportunity for a candidate to gain experience in areas they are looking to develop.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.

Desired:

• An MPA or MBA.
• 8 years of increasingly responsible professional experience, of which at least 4 years includes the management of professional staff and programs.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Annual salary $200,397 - $225,213 DOE/DOQ and an attractive benefits package

HOW TO APPLY: for first consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter and APPLY by June 27th at:

• https://wbcpinc.com/job-board

SECURE THE DATES:

• Interviews will be held in-person on August 3rd & 4th (candidates invited to interview will need to be available for both days).

Please contact your recruiter, Sam Sackman, with any questions:

• sam@wbcpinc.com
• 541-630-0657 (direct) 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)