The Assistant City Manager partners with the City Manager in a broad range of activities, handling many high-level managerial and operational matters. This includes providing general strategic and administrative direction to specific departments, assisting in planning, directing, and reviewing the administrative activities and operations of the City, implementing City policies and procedures, leading and/or participating in major negotiations, special projects for the City Manager, and coordinating assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies. The Assistant City Manager is a senior member of a dedicated Executive Team and will act as the City Manager in the City Manager’s absence.

Key areas for the Assistant City Manager will include working with the City Manager on overarching initiatives including organizational development, department support, employee appreciation, employee relations and development, labor negotiations, community engagement, and customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

Serve as principal support to the City Manager, leading city-wide programs and services.
Oversee key areas like public information, social media, and intergovernmental relations.
Support the City Manager by managing day-to-day city operations and departments.
Lead initiatives to evaluate and improve service delivery methods, administrative practices, and technology.
Direct complex projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with department heads to resolve organizational challenges and implement improvements.
Act as a key liaison to the community, addressing concerns and working with citizens, city council members, and external partners.
Represent the City Manager in their absence and serve as a public information officer during emergencies.
Participate in City Commissions and/or Committees.
Participate in policy development and advise the City Council on key issues and solutions.

Typical Qualifications
The typical background and experience for the Assistant City Manager includes a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Public Administration, Public Policy, Finance, or a related field and at least five years of responsible managerial, professional, leadership, and administrative experience involving varied interdepartmental programs and services. A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, or a related field is highly desirable.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the role of Assistant City Manager is a dynamic, authentic, and experienced leader ready to take on a key leadership position within the City of San Dimas. Politically astute, and capable of navigating complex issues with integrity and diplomacy, the successful candidate will be a trusted advisor, providing valuable insights to operating departments while prioritizing initiatives and identifying innovative solutions to challenges facing the City.

With a commitment to transparency and open communication, the Assistant City Manager will build strong relationships with the City Manager, employees, elected officials, and the community to foster an environment of trust, collaboration, and shared success. This is an excellent opportunity for someone that wants to work with multiple City departments to modernize and improve customer service while also working on organizational development, culture, and community engagement.

If you are someone who values professional management, leadership, integrity, honesty, teamwork, communication, and thrives in managing city-wide programs, projects, and services with efficiency and vision, San Dimas is the place for you.

Key Attributes:
Strategic thinker with proven leadership experience in a managerial or administrative role, preferably within municipal or public administration.
Strong understanding of public policy, community relations, and intergovernmental processes.
Expertise in project and program management, with a focus on efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and innovation.
A collaborative leader who excels in building teams, resolving organizational issues, and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Excellent communication and public relations skills, with the ability to represent the City to residents, stakeholders, and legislative bodies.
Knowledge of budget development and financial management, ensuring city projects and programs are sustainable.