Assistant City Manager

City-of-South-Lake-Tahoe,-C; South Lake Tahoe (CA); On-site; USD 192,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Deferred compensation with matching

Education incentive pay

224 hours of paid time off

Job summary

The City of South Lake Tahoe is seeking an accomplished Assistant City Manager to help lead City operations, advance the City Council's priorities, and provide executive oversight within the City Manager Department.

The ideal candidate offers strong municipal leadership, with a bachelor's degree in public or business administration (master's preferred), and at least ten years in municipal government, including five in management and supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field required; Master’s degree desirable.
• Ten years of progressively responsible municipal government experience, with at least five years in management and supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist City Manager in directing and coordinating City operations.
• Lead assigned service areas and special projects.
• Develop policies and programs, manage complex budgets, build community and intergovernmental partnerships.
• Provide oversight and support for functions within the City Manager Department; may act as City Manager in absence of City Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Public speaking

Budgeting

Administration

Education

Bachelor’s in public administration

Bachelor’s in business administration

Master’s degree (desirable)

Job description

The City of South Lake Tahoe is seeking an accomplished and collaborative Assistant City Manager to help lead City operations and advance the City Council's strategic priorities.

This executive-level position assists the City Manager in directing and coordinating City operations, leading assigned service areas and special projects, developing policies and programs, managing complex budgets, and building partnerships with the community and other governmental agencies. The position also provides oversight and support for functions within the City Manager Department and may act as City Manager in the City Manager's absence.

The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal leader with strong leadership, management, communication, public speaking, budget, and administration skills. A bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field is required; a master's degree is desirable. Required experience includes ten years of progressively responsible municipal government experience, with at least five years in management and supervisory roles.

The City offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position, including:

• $191,604- $232,896 Annual Salary
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Deferred Compensation with Matching
• Education Incentive Pay
• 224 Hours of Paid Time Off, increasing after year 3
• Administrative Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Professional Association Memberships
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Program Memberships
• CalPERS
• City employees may also qualify for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program