J O B O P P O R T U N I T Y ASSISTANT MANAGER A T H E N S - C L A R K E C O U N T Y U N I F I E D G O V E R N M E N T Washington Street View of Athens ABOUT THE POSITION The Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, Unified Government (ACCGov) is seeking CURRENT candidates for the position of Assistant Manager. The Assistant Manager, under the supervision and direction of the Manager, assists with administrative, managerial, and PRIORITIES operational duties associated with the departments and constitutional offices of ACCGov. This is an excellent growth opportunity for candidates seeking to further The Unified Government is a strong their career in executive leadership. Recent Assistant Managers for ACCGov moved Manager form of government, governed directly on to the following positions: by a Mayor and 10-member Commission. Manager of Athens-Clarke-County Unified Government Among other responsibilities, the County Administrator for Bedford County, Virginia Manager’s Office is tasked with Chief Deputy Operating Officer for the City of Atlanta operationalizing the priorities of the Commission of the Department of Grants and Community Development elected Mayor and Commission. The Department for the City of Atlanta current Mayor and Commission have Characteristics and traits that are essential to the success of the Assistant Manager articulated strong commitments to include: addressing homelessness, workforce Able to understand and successfully manage an organization with many development, community engagement, complex and interrelated moving parts; and criminal justice reform – all extremely Able to serve as a visionary for assigned staff with the ability to take reasoned complex issues requiring community risks, while employing creative and innovative thinking to forge solutions; collaboration. The successful candidate Possess a service-oriented approach to public service; will play a significant role in working with Able to collaborate and be comfortable in developing shared solutions; the Manager and other Assistant Manager Possess strong analytical skills and able to think and act strategically while across departments and stakeholders to considering all aspects of an issue before making a decision; craft solutions and consensus to improve Able to be strong, enthusiastic and respectful when presenting ideas to others; outcomes. Able to be a self-starter, people person and team builder who sets an example for others; ACCGov Mayor & Commission A GREAT PLACE TO WORK MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Public/Business Administration or a related field with a minimum of five years of experience managing operations and projects similar to those typically associated with local government functions and responsibilities required or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for the job. Local government management experience and five years local government supervisory experience in a medium sized jurisdiction required. A Master’s degree is strongly preferred. Lyndon House Arts Center In parting, the most recent incumbent of the Assistant Manager position, Deborah Lonon, stated, “I have truly loved working as a part of the ACCGov team and, in particular, with Manager Blaine Williams and the Manager’s Office, the Management Team, and the ACCGov family. Although I will no longer be a part of ACCGov, I look forward to continuing to being involved in other ways with the future of the Athens community.” Robert Hiss, former ACCGov Assistant Manager states, "If you want to become a stronger leader, then Athens-Clarke County is definitely the place to be. Not only will you get to work with industry leading professionals, you will be challenged in positive ways to develop and incorporate best practices. It was a pleasure to work where local government was valued and expected to develop better methods to deliver services." City Hall Final candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment process that includes a TOTAL REWARDS thorough background investigation of employment, educational history, driving PACKAGE history, criminal history, drug testing and credit history. This position is a professional COMPETITIVE SALARY UP TO $130,000 level position (at-will) and serves at the DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS discretion of the Athens-Clarke County ACCGOV offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement, Manager. health, dental, vision, life, and short and long term disability insurance. Our competitive benefits are designed to help employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a great work/life balance, and is just one way we strive to provide our employees with a rewarding workplace. In addition, ACCess Wellness is a voluntary employee benefit dedicated to enhancing the mind, body and spirit of Athens-Clarke County employees and retirees by providing a variety of opportunities for employees and retirees to adopt and maintain healthy behaviors. Costa Building Sandy Creek Park APPLY: WWW.ACCGOV.COM/JOBS APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 28, 2021 Please do not send resumes in lieu of a completed application. Jeff Hale, Human Resources Director [email protected] EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER • conducting studies and investigations and making reports to the Commission concerning the operations of the departments, offices, and agencies of the Unified Government; • requiring any department, board, commission, or agency under the Manager’s jurisdiction to submit written reports and to provide other information as deemed necessary; and • prescribing, requiring, publishing, and implementing standards of administrative, management, and operating practices and procedures to be followed and adhered to by all offices, departments, boards, commissions, authorities, and other agencies of the Unified Government that are subject to the Manager’s supervision and jurisdiction. The Athens-Clarke County Mayor The Mayor is chosen through direct election and serves as the official representative of the Unified Government, including serving as the Unified Government’s representative to federal, state, and local governmental bodies and officials. Among other duties, the Mayor: • initiates the process, with the involvement of Commission members and appropriate staff, to search and screen candidates for the positions of Manager, Attorney, and Auditor and recommends candidates for these positions to the Commission (appointment for two-year term requires concurrence of a majority of the entire Commission); • sets the agenda for meetings of the Commission after receiving input from members of the Commission, the Manager, and the public; • presides over meetings of the Commission and makes committee appointments and makes non-binding recommendations to the Commission for the Manager of the Unified Government; • presents a proposed annual budget and a proposed capital improvements budget, which has been prepared by the Manager with the assistance of all department and agency heads and all others who supervise the implementation of a budget that uses funds of the Unified Government for approval by the ABOUT THE UNIFIED GOVERNMENT Mayor to the Commission; The City of Athens was incorporated in 1806 by an act of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia. • approves or vetoes proposed ordinances or resolutions as provided by the Charter; The City was the county seat of Clarke County, Georgia, which was established by an act of the General • calls special meetings of the Commission and executes all deeds, contracts, and obligations of the Assembly in 1801. The unification of the City of Athens and Clarke County in 1991 resulted in the creation Unified Government; and establishment of the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government (the “Unified Government” or • recommends to the Commission the adoption of such measures as deemed necessary or expedient; and ACCGOV), a single countywide government with powers and jurisdiction throughout the territorial limits of Clarke County, superseding and replacing the governments of the former city and the county. The Unified • performs any other duties and exercises any other powers required by state or federal law or authorized Government is a strong Manager form of government, governed by a Mayor and 10-member Commission. by a duly adopted ordinance that is not in conflict with the Charter. The Mayor is not authorized to vote on any matter before the Commission, except in the case of a tie vote. The Athens-Clarke County Manager The Athens-Clarke County Commission The Manager is appointed by a majority vote of the entire Commission for a term of two years, may succeed himself or herself, and at any time may be removed by a majority vote of the entire Commission. Among The Commission consists of 10 part-time Commissioners elected by districts. All legislative powers of the other duties, the Manager is responsible for: Athens-Clarke County Unified Government, including any such powers that may be conferred, are vested exclusively in and exercised by the Commission. Members of the Commission serve four-year staggered • managing and coordinating the operations and activities of the various departments and agencies of the terms. Unified Government, including the appointment and removal of department heads such as the Police Chief; • preparing the proposed annual budget with the assistance of all department heads for the approval by the Mayor and keeping the Commission at all times fully advised as to the financial condition and needs of the Unified Government;