Assistant City Manager & Operations Leader

City of Barstow (CA); Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Barstow is seeking an Assistant City Manager/Chief Operating Officer to support the City Manager in overseeing operations across finance, HR, IT, economic development, public works, and more. The role directs staff, budgets, and policy implementation while coordinating with developers, committees, and outside agencies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in a related field with 8+ years municipal experience, including 3+ years in supervision; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, business administration or related field.
• Eight years of municipal experience with three years in a supervisory role is required.
• Master’s degree is highly desirable.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement goals, policies, priorities, and staffing levels and explain them to staff and council.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage department and city budgets and purchasing activities.
• Direct research and prepare comprehensive reports for the city manager and council.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel and ensure performance.
• Coordinate with developers, committees, and outside agencies.

Skills

Public administration

Policy development

Budget and finance oversight

HR and risk management

IT and information systems

Economic development

Leadership and supervision

Communication with stakeholders

Contract and RFP processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning/public/admin/business

8+ years municipal experience

3+ years supervisory experience

Master’s degree desirable

Tools

Office software

Financial software

Job description

The City of Barstow is seeking an Assistant City Manager/Chief Operating Officer to support the City Manager in overseeing operations across finance, HR, IT, economic development, public works, and more. The role directs staff, budgets, and policy implementation while coordinating with developers, committees, and outside agencies.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in a related field with 8+ years municipal experience, including 3+ years in supervision; a Master’s degree is highly desirable.