Town Manager - Genoa

Town Of Minden; Genoa (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Genoa is seeking a capable Town Manager to lead administrative operations, oversee historic facilities and the annual Genoa Candy Dance festival, and coordinate with the Genoa Town Advisory Board. This role requires strong leadership and public-service mindset.

The successful candidate will supervise a small staff, handle budgets and contracts, and serve as a primary liaison between residents and government under Nevada Open Meeting laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or closely related field.
• Six (6) years of experience supervising and directing staff.

Responsibilities

• Directs administrative support, citizen response programs and activities.
• Liaises with Town Board, County and agencies; prepares agendas and staff reports.
• Manages budgeting, contracts, and grants; oversees town facilities and events.
• Oversees town property maintenance and vendor contracts; coordinates with County on services.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Public administration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the Town of Genoa holds a special place in both the history of the Carson Valley and in the State of Nevada. The longstanding traditions of this community and its residents along with its scenic location continue to make Genoa a special place today. This small, rural community’s annual Genoa Candy Dance arts and crafts festival, powered by volunteerism and sugary treats, has been keeping the lights on for over 100 years and has become an integral part of the identity of the Town.

The Town of Genoa is currently seeking to fill the position of Town Manager. Serving under the direction of the Genoa Town Advisory Board, this heavily public-facing position plays a critical role in ensuring the needs and concerns of Town residents are addressed. Supervising a small staff, the Genoa Town Manager performs a variety of administrative functions and other duties to ensure the operations of the Town, oversees the rental and maintenance of the Town’s historic facilities, and manages all aspects of the annual Genoa Candy Dance festival, which makes up a significant part of the revenues funding the Town's operating budget.

The ideal candidate for the role will be someone who is always ready to step in where needed, isn’t afraid to wear multiple hats, and is able to see opportunities even in the face of the unique challenges of this small community. If you are someone seeking an opportunity for public service in a hands‑on role, the Genoa Town Manager could be what you've been looking for.

Learn more about the Town and its history HERE

Explore more about Douglas County and the Carson Valley HERE

The Town Manager position is At‑Will and serves at the pleasure of the Genoa Town Advisory Board.

This recruitment will be subject to Nevada open meeting laws. Names and applications of final candidates for position will be made public.

• In addition to the application, the Town has requested that you attach a resume and a cover letter demonstrating the value your skills and professional experience will bring in meeting the challenges faced by this unique community.

Primary Objectives

Performs complex work planning, organizing, and directing administrative support, citizen response programs and activities in the community; coordinates activities with the Town Board and the County; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned.

Supervision Exercised

Supervision is exercised over all department personnel

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs activities of assigned staff and contractors; coordinates, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; tracks and reviews staff work progress and activities; directs the recruitment and selection of staff; undertakes staff training and disciplinary action as required; completes performance evaluations; ensures appropriate scheduling of staff to ensure proper operational coverage.
• Serves as the Town’s primary administrative staff member and liaison; Provides a direct communication link between Town government, citizens of the town, and other local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
• Develops, reviews and prepares agenda action sheets, staff reports, and related correspondence for the Town Board and related meetings; researches and compiles past board decisions; provides staff assistance to the Town Board and its standing committees.
• Prepares, posts, and distributes meeting agendas in accordance with Nevada’s Open Meeting Law and provides for required training for Town Board Members. Upon advice of the Town Attorney, ensures Town compliance with State Laws. Implements directions from the Board and ensures that accurate meeting minutes are recorded and transcribed as necessary.
• Assists in the planning, development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Town Manager's Office; coordinates with various interest groups, citizens, and agencies to meet the needs in the areas of public services, capital improvement projects, and facilities, and in order to promote the continued viability and future development of the Town.
• Responsible for managing all fiscal and budgeting activities for the Town; obtains Board approval for all purchases and contracts in accordance with Town policies and procedures. Helps to ensure the management of Town affairs is within budget. Provides regular reports to the Town Advisory Board regarding the status of the budget and Town finances in general.
• Manages the renting and/or leasing of Genoa Town Property, which may require the ability to work nights and weekends, as needed.
• Responsible for coordinating with the County regarding services, issues, and specified long and short-term projects; represents the Town in meetings with and presentations to County departments, boards, and agencies.
• Coordinates proper maintenance of all Town property and equipment. Assists Board with developing contracts and coordinating bids for maintenance of all Town roads, property, and equipment.
• Assists Board to analyze, develop, and submit funding proposals to various funding agencies, including State and Federal agencies; Researches and identifies outside funding sources for the Town, such as grants and match programs; Manages all grants and funding received by preparing financial and project status reports accounting for all project revenues and expenditures in accordance with County, State and Federal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Directs and oversees all logistical coordination of all Town events, including, but not limited to, Candy Dance, Christmas, Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, Concerts on the Green, or other events as directed by the Genoa Town Advisory Board (GTAB), including the coordination of Local and State permitting and assists board with preparation of all vendor contracts, which may require the ability to work nights and weekends, as needed.
• Responds to emergency situations requiring Town representation and/or intervention.
• Uses Town vehicle to perform various tasks related to job duties.
• Represents the Town with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field and six (6) years of experience with supervising and directing the work of staff; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Valid Driver’s License

WORKING CONDITIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands and repetitive motions; frequently requires standing and reaching with hands and arms; occasionally requires walking, climbing or balancing, kneeling or crawling and pushing or pulling.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office).
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather) and exposure to extreme heat (non-weather); occasionally requires exposure to wet/humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to the risk of electrical shock.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
• Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
• This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
• This position is an unclassified position in accordance with Douglas County Code 2.02.030. Any individual appointed to an unclassified position serves at the will of the appointing authority and may be removed at will by the appointing authority without notice, cause or hearing.

Douglas County provides benefits to full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working 20–29 hours per week. Part-time employees working 19 hours or less, as well as on-call employees, are not eligible for benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement — Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS)

Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible regular member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire member's salary for retirement.

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employees have the option to participate in a deferred compensation program through VOYA, which is funded by the employee.

Employee Perks

• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave : Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Health Insurance

As a Douglas County employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with several medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability insurance. Benefits start on the first of the month after a 30-day waiting period. To learn more about our health insurance and employee benefits, please visit our website for details.

Compensation

Douglas County uses a Pay for Performance compensation system, where employees receive annual performance evaluations and may be eligible for merit-based salary increases. Qualified employees can earn up to a 3% merit increase on their anniversary date, and may also receive an annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) during the first pay period of each fiscal year, based on the Consumer Price Index, up to a maximum of 5%. In addition, eligible employees who demonstrate exceptional, above-and-beyond performance may receive further compensation through the County’s Recognition of Excellence Program.