Examples of Essential Functions

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.