Deputy City Manager

Bob Murray & Associates; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 189,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal management firm is seeking a Deputy City Manager in Manhattan Beach, California. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in public administration and project management, supporting city infrastructure projects and preparing for global events. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and extensive experience in a municipal environment. The annual salary range is $189,804 - $247,356, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in public administration or related fields.
• 3 or more years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Support major infrastructure projects in the city.
• Prepare for global events like FIFA World Cup and Olympics.

Skills

Project management

Political acumen

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration or related field

Master’s Degree in Public Administration or related field (desirable)

Job description

Overview

Manhattan Beach is a California beach town with a relaxed, classic, upscale, and family-friendly lifestyle maintaining the warmth of a quaint, small town. This community of “Sun, Sand, and Sea” encompasses 3.89 square miles and is home to approximately 36,000 residents. It is considered one of Southern California’s most desirable communities. With over two miles of wide, sandy beachfront property, the City features 40 acres of recreational beach featuring the famous Manhattan Beach pier and Roundhouse Aquarium. The City has ample parks and green space, a 9-hole golf course, two community centers, and an arts center. The City operates an independent Police Department and Fire Department with one police station and two fire stations. The community is served by an award-winning Los Angeles library, dedicated in 2015. The top-performing Manhattan Beach Unified School District (MBUSD) operates five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

The City is seeking a transparent and collaborative professional with integrity to serve as their new Deputy City Manager. This individual will excel in fast-paced, high-profile environments, supporting major infrastructure projects and the City’s preparation for global events such as the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional project management skills, political acumen, and has a customer service focus.

Qualified candidates possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Relations, or a related field; accompanied by eight (8) years of responsible professional, administrative, and managerial experience in public administration, public relations, public policy, or management of a department within local government. Three (3) or more years of supervisory work is required. A Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable.

The annual salary range for the Deputy City Manager is $189,804 - $247,356; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience.