Assistant City Administrator - City of Andover

The City of Andover is one of the fastest-growing cities in the State of Kansas with a population of just under 15,000. Bordering the western edge of the City of Wichita, Andover residents enjoy the perks of a small city lifestyle with the amenities of a big city just right next door. Andover residents, due to an excellent school system, exceptional amenities, and unparalleled services, enjoy the highest quality of life of any resident in South Central Kansas.

** The final deadline to submit applications is September 18, 2023. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted during the application period.

This position performs highly responsible and complex professional work while assisting the City Administrator with the direction and coordination of City affairs. Has direct oversight authority of assigned areas of responsibility. Serves as acting City Administrator as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK

• Responsible for all aspects of the operation of assigned City departments, including direct supervision over designated Department Directors
• Supports and implements the goals of the City as determined by the Governing Body by directing the activities of designated City departments
• Develops, plans, implements and administers approved policies and procedures
• Develops and facilitates the implementation of solutions to program problems and service issues
• Develops and monitors standards and service levels and allocates resources according to priorities
• Receives and responds to requests regarding City Council actions and the general public
• Researches and analyzes complex issues, and prepares and presents reports
• Performs other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of local, State and Federal laws and regulations relevant to all City program areas
• Advanced knowledge of the modern and complex principles and practices of public administration, community development, economic development, public budgeting and finance, emergency operations, public infrastructure operations and maintenance, utility provision, and public communications
• Advanced knowledge of statistical concepts and methods for application to varying areas of assignment including but not limited to: operations analyses, financial/accounting analyses, trending/benchmarking/forecasting and reporting functions
• Executive-level interpersonal leadership, planning and management skills
• Ability to analyze problems, provide alternatives, identify solutions in support of established goals, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations
• Ability to interpret rules, regulations and policies for effective decision-making in accordance with established precedent
• Ability to develop, read, analyze and interpret complex reports, correspondence and technical procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Public Administration, or related field, required
• Three years’ progressively responsible, professional experience in public policy, strategic planning, organizational development, budgeting or other related public sector activities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to express or exchange ideas by means of verbal communication
• Convey detailed or important verbal information to elected officials, co-workers, supervisors, subordinates and the general public
• Capable of computer operations and other business machines
• Occasional maximum lift of 20 lbs from floor to waist; occasional forward reach; occasional crouch/bend; continuous bilateral hand coordination; continuous sit or stand; occasional walk.

BENEFITS AT A GLANCE:

• The City of Andover pays at least 85% of medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• The City contributes 7% to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) retirement plan and will match up to an additional 3%.
• Employees receive vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, discounted YMCA rates, access to an EAP, performance pay increases, and more!

The City of Andover is an Equal Opportunity Workplace.