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Company Name : City of Ojai
Location : Ojai, CA 93023
Position : Assistant City Manager
Job Description : Ojai’s Government
The City functions under a Council-Manager form of government, with an elected Mayor and four Council Members. The Council appoints the City Manager, who hires all staff other than the City Attorney. Police services are provided by contract with Ventura County; fire services are provided by a county special district. The City has approximately 28 full-time employees and numerous part-time and contract employees. Departments include Finance, Community Development, Public Works, Recreation and the City Manager’s Office. Human Resources and Risk Management are functions of the City Manager’s Office.
The Community
The City of Ojai, a town of 8,000 residents, is nestled in the northwest corner of Ventura County. Ojai is known for its tourist and arts activities, including Southern California’s renowned tennis tournament “The Ojai,” and the Ojai Music Festival, a classical event which attracts talent from national and international sources. It is also the home of the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa resort, an upscale full-service destination venue that attracts tourists from the across region and abroad. Ojai offers spectacular living in a small-town atmosphere and is adjacent to the Los Padres National Forest. For more information visit www.ojaicity.org
The Position
The Assistant City Manager will support the City Manager in directing city-wide activities and coordinating the development, analysis, and implementation of City Council goals. As currently envisioned, the Assistant City Manager will oversee the Community Development Department, and other functions as needed. He or she will serve as Acting City Manager in his absence. The Assistant City Manager will interact with other departments, elected officials and the public while remaining politically neutral.
Responsibilities, Opportunities & Challenges Include but not limited to:
The City of Ojai is under new management with the appointment of James Vega as City Manager. Mr. Vega is committed to improving service delivery in all city departments. Prior experience in Community Development or Public Works operations is desired. This is the perfect opportunity for a specialist to transition to executive management.
The successful candidate will be
Experienced working with a highly-engaged citizenry, commissioners and city council.
A creative problem solver who can resolve interpersonal conflicts, and build consensus among groups with diverse viewpoints.
Able to develop, implement and administer goals, objectives and procedures for the delivery of high-level local government programs and services.
An outstanding presenter who communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Experienced in preparing complex professional reports, studies and analyses, and providing effective departmental oversight.
Knowledgeable of and able to implement best practices of public administration.
Available to attend evening and other meetings as assigned, including regular and special meetings of the City Council and other boards.
Represent the City in relations with the community, advisory committees, authorities, other local, County, State and Federal agencies, other cities and professional organizations; serve on committees as assigned; represent the City in discussions regarding municipal operations developing effective working relationships with other government agencies and private sector organizations. Represent the City at professional meetings and functions.
Assist the City Manager in daily City operations by providing highly responsible assistance to manage assigned programs and services and perform analysis of issues and actions related to City governance.
Serve as the City’s Risk Manager, audit City services and facilities, safety programs; coordinates City insurance policies, serves as the City’s contact with the Joint Powers Insurance Agency.
Research, analyze and generate policies and procedures for the City as assigned by the City Manager and/or City Council; develop and implement new or revised programs, systems, and methods of operation.
Personal Traits
The ideal candidate has a calm temperament and a thoughtful, reasoned style to decision making. Unafraid of conflict or having difficult conversations, the Assistant City Manager will be approachable and accessible both internally and externally. He or she will aspire to always maintain a high level of interdepartmental cooperation. The Assistant City Manager will enjoy being “hands on” and will be a hard worker.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $113,131 to $138,020 annually
Deferred Comp: ICMA; City matches lesser of 3% of salary or $200/month.
Retirement: City participates in California Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.
Health, Dental, Vision, Disability: Participation in PERS health plans; City pays 100% employee nd 80% of dependent premium up to PERS Choice rate; City pays 100% of employee premium for dental and vision. City paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
Holidays: 13 Holidays
Vacation: Initial 88 hours per year with subsequent additions for longevity.
Sick Leave: 96.0 hours per year.
Life Insurance: City paid, $30,000 Life plus ADD
Post-Employment Benefits Program: Employees hired after Nov. 1, 2010, who work 10 years continuously and retire from the City, will be eligible to participate in the CalPERS health plans after retirement; City pays the “Employer Minimum Contribution” toward the retirees’ premium.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Facsimiles, electronic mail, photocopies, and final filing date postmarks will not be accepted.
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