City Manager

About the Department

The City Manager is responsible to the City Commission for the overall administration and effectiveness of all City operations and the City’s fiscal integrity.   Work is carried out with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative within the framework of established policies, laws, charter provisions, ordinances, and directives. Work requires frequent communications and coordination with elected and appointed officials at all levels of government, as well as other governmental jurisdictions and agencies of the State.  Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, observations and with periodic evaluations by the City Commissioners, based upon achievement of specific goals and an executive and professional level of performance. 

Position Duties

Provides professional advice and develops recommendations for the City Commission, implements City policies and procedures; determines City goals and objectives and provides leadership and direction in the development of comprehensive and strategic short and long-term plans.  

Directs the overall effort of the City government. Acts as appointing authority for City employees by appointing department heads and staff as provided by the city charter, local ordinances, and policies. 

Administers and supervises through subordinate department heads all functions, including but not limited to, law enforcement, fire rescue, public works, utilities and engineering, community redevelopment, financial operations and budgets, community and recreational activities, information technology, human resources, legislative affairs, planning and development, city clerk & historical preservation, and other related functions.

Works closely with the Director of Financial Services in preparing the annual City balanced budget for submission to the City Commission. Submits recommendations and estimates to the Commission for their discussion and approval concerning the efficient operation of the City government. 

Keeps the City Commission informed of general City operations and activities; keeps the commission advised of new and impending legislation.

Maintains awareness of developments and plans in other jurisdictions that may relate to, or affect, this City.

Plans for the future development of urban areas to provide for population growth and expansion of public services; recommends zoning regulation, controlling location and development of residential and commercial areas.

Plans and recommends future City programs.

Negotiates, or authorizes designees to negotiate, collective bargaining agreements to be approved by the City Commission.

Maintains community respect for City operations through good public relations and by keeping residents informed of City progress and policies. Discusses problems and complaints concerning City operations with the taxpayers or refers to appropriate office for action.

Oversees the City’s media relations and communication activities.

Serves as the City’s Emergency Management Director with authority to appoint a designee when appropriate or necessary.

NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily all inclusive.  There is only one position in this class.  The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude the City Commission from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field from an accredited college or university. MBA or MPA highly desirable. Four to ten (4-10) years of experience in a responsible senior leadership position in local government. ICMA credentialed manager and experience working in a Florida Commission-Manager form of municipal government highly desirable but not required.  A valid Florida Drivers’ (Class E) License is required, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida. Must have or be able to complete ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 within one (1) year of hire.  Within two (2) years of appointment, the successful candidate will reside within fifteen (15) miles of Stuart City Hall, unless otherwise excused by the City Commission.

Other Qualifications

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This position is considered “Mission Critical” (aka “Essential”) and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.  
 
The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace.  All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.   
 
The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP