Executive Liaison to the City Manager

ICMA; Bell (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Professional development

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Bell is seeking an exceptional Assistant to the City Manager to work with executive leadership on city-wide policies, budgets, and operations. You will analyze programs, coordinate initiatives, and present reports to support informed decision-making for the community.

This role requires a bachelor’s in public administration and 3–5 years of professional experience, with a master’s degree being desirable. Leadership, communication, and collaboration across departments are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field; 3–5 years of professional administrative experience.
• A master’s degree is desirable.
• Ability to prepare reports, summaries, and legislative materials.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, provides highly responsible staff assistance to the City Manager on major city-wide policies, programs, activities, and operations.
• Conducts analyses of practices and procedures and recommends improvements; prepares evaluations and special studies.
• Administers program activities such as facilities maintenance, grants, and contract administration.
• Oversees budget development and administration; monitors accounts and prepares financial reports.
• Coordinates activities with staff, other agencies, and the public; liaises with departments on projects.
• Represents the City Manager on citizen committees and commissions; supports public information efforts.

Skills

Public administration

Budget development

Policy analysis

Supervision

Executive support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration

Master’s degree desirable

Job description

City of Bell is seeking an exceptional Assistant to the City Manager to work with executive leadership on city-wide policies, budgets, and operations. You will analyze programs, coordinate initiatives, and present reports to support informed decision-making for the community.

This role requires a bachelor’s in public administration and 3–5 years of professional experience, with a master’s degree being desirable. Leadership, communication, and collaboration across departments are essential.