Welcome to the Alliance for Innovation Job Board for Managers, Administrators and Assistants.

Deputy City manager - Goodyear, AZ

Salary Range: $126,517-$154,149 

Closing Date: First Review of Applications will be June 8, 2012

The Deputy City Manager is one of two deputy positions responsible for managing assigned departments toward the achievement of department and City objectives. The Deputy City Manager exercises leadership with department directors and advises the City Manager; presents programs for approval by the City Manager and City Council; and plans, organizes, coordinates and implements approved programs. The Deputy City Manager exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in representing the City manager and exercises delegated representative authority over department directors and other employees in the organization. The Deputy City Manager reports to the City Manger. 

Candidates for this position must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Public or Business Administration or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred. Candidates should have at least nine years experience in public or business administration, preferably with a municipality of similar size. 

The ideal candidate is a professional manager who is open, honest, of strong moral character, promotes transparency, and has excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates who promote a collaborative work environment and value teamwork and empowering staff members are ideally suited. The successful candidate will be respectful of others and encourage a creative approach to solving challenges; asking how we can, not why we can’t. A keen ability to listen to the needs of stakeholders and partners, including soliciting input from the community using social media and other technology, is highly desirable. Other attributes of the ideal candidate include: The ability to gain the trust of his/her direct reports, and the employees under his/her supervision; The ability to be adaptive to the changing needs of the community; The ability to motivate staff and to look beyond current practices, and develop cost effective and efficient service delivery models.

For additional information on this exceptional opportunity, please contact Wynette Reed, Human Resources Director, City of Goodyear by calling 623-882-7750 or by e-mail at Wynette.reed@godyearaz.gov

Send confidential cover letters & resumes to:

Wynette Reed

City of Goodyear, Human Resources

190 N. Litchfield Road

Goodyear, AZ 85338

Wynette.reed@godyearaz.gov

Chief Innovation Executive - Phoenix, AZ

Salary Range: Up to $146,598 depending upon qualifications

Closing Date: May 25, 2012

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The City of Phoenix seeks a strategic, self-motivated, and collaborative visionary to fill the position of Chief Innovation Executive.  This executive-level position primarily focuses on innovation, government efficiency, and implementing best practices.  Responsibilities include analyzing other government agencies, private sector companies and non-profit agencies to find effective systems and technologies which can be adapted to help the City run more efficiently and with more transparency, and, better engage and communicate with stakeholders.  This position provides leadership and direction for effective change.  

This is a tremendous opportunity for an innovation leader to create and implement programs and processes that will shape the future of a well-respected local government.  Under the general supervision and direction of the City Manager, the Chief Innovation Executive has considerable independence to undertake and coordinate a variety of activities and projects to improve program effectiveness and service delivery in the City.

RECRUITMENT DATES 

Application filing deadline is May 25, 2012.  

SALARY 

Appointment can be made up to $146,598 depending upon qualifications.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ten years of senior business management experience with demonstrated success in organizational innovation;
• A bachelor's degree in a related field.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE – The job requirements listed above, plus:

• A master’s degree in a related field;
• Experience building innovation capacities – evaluating and accessing the organization’s innovation capabilities, working through the culture, climate and environment that is needed for innovation, and removing barriers to innovation;
• Experience building innovation resources – tools, templates, techniques, and methodologies;
• Has a track record of creating breakthrough strategies, finding opportunities for innovation, and accelerating and bring change to an organization.

HOW TO APPLY 

Apply online (http://phoenix.gov/jobs) by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume.  In your cover letter or resume, please describe your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT.  Only online applications are accepted for this position.  The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

City of Phoenix residency is required within 24 months after the date of hire and must be maintained.

For other important information related to employment with the City of Phoenix, please visit: http://phoenix.gov/jobs/info.pdf

If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our HR Center at (602) 262-6277.

REFERENCE

Special Assistant to the City Manager, Job Code #06060, ID #6695, 04/30/12, LE, Benefits Code:  exec

City of Phoenix employees demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Chief Financial Officer - Jefferson County, AL

Salary Range: up to $180,000

Closing Date: Open until filled; applications requested by May 25, 2012

Jefferson County, seated in Birmingham, is Alabama's largest metropolitan area.  This vibrant, beautiful region is nestled in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and serves up nationally recognized dining, shopping and entertainment, world-class attractions, events and other things to see and do.  Two dozen universities, colleges and technical schools are located within a one hour drive of downtown Birmingham, with a combined enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

The County Commission is the governing body of Jefferson County with five Commissioners elected from districts for concurrent four-year terms.  In a tribute to good government, five new reform-minded Commissioners were elected on November 2, 2010 with a commitment and determination to transform the county governance and organization from its environment with evidence of corruption and financial mismanagement to a government with a solid foundation of ethical conduct, financial stability, vibrant economic development, and efficient delivery of county services. The first County Manager was appointed in late 2012, and has begun to implement the necessary reform measures

The County is facing significant financial challenges, including Bankruptcy (Chapter Nine) from its default on $3.2 billion in sewer bonds and a loss of approximately $66 million annually in operating funds due to its occupational tax on income having been declared unconstitutional by the Alabama Supreme Court. The Commission and County Manager expect to resolve the Bankruptcy matter within the next 12-24 months. Importantly, the new CFO will receive total support from the County Manager  in implementing the necessary reforms to strengthen the financial condition of the County Government.

Jefferson County’s total annual operating budget for 2012 is $217,808,173.  The county has an authorized workforce of 2800. A reduction in force is underway and a hiring freeze for non-critical positions and a freeze on merit pay increases are currently in place as a cost savings measure.

The Chief Financial Officer will hold a Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or Business Administration or related degree from an accredited United States college or university, and have at least five years of managerial experience directing the financial operations of a large governmental entity; or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. In addition to a valid driver’s license (required), other appropriate professional certifications (i.e. Certified Public Accountant) are desirable.

A starting salary up to $180,000, depending upon qualifications and experience, and other benefits are highly competitive.  Relocation assistance will be provided.

Application and Selection Process:  Qualified candidates, please review the recruitment brochure and submit your resume and cover letter online by visiting our website at: www.watersconsulting.com/recruitment

This position is open until filled; however, it is requested that candidates submit their applications by May 25, 2012.  Interviews in Jefferson County will be offered by the County Manager to those candidates named as finalists with reference checks, background checks, and academic verifications conducted after receiving the candidates’ permission. For more information, please contact Chuck Anderson at canderson@watersconsulting.com or by calling 817-965-3911.

Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.

City Clerk - Flagstaff, AZ

Salary Range: $72,304 - $90,765

Closing Date: Open until filled; first review May 4, 2012

Flagstaff is the largest community in the high country and is the county seat for Coconino County, the second largest county in the United States. A historic Route 66 town, Flagstaff is ideally located at the juncture of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40. Though still reflecting a small town atmosphere, it maintains a selective growth plan with new expansion programs underway. 

The City of Flagstaff is Northern Arizona’s Employer of Choice! Our City government is devoted to enhancing the quality of life of our citizens and the experience of the many visitors who are attracted to Northern Arizona.

Full Time, FLSA Exempt, Benefits eligible
Vacancy #030-12, Open until filled, first review 05/04/12

The City is looking for a proven and energetic team member as our next City Clerk working within a framework of a Council-Manager form of government that includes a Mayor, six Council members, City Manager, two Deputy City Managers, 12 Division (Department) Directors. Currently the City has a $218 million operating budget and employs a staff of over 800 talented and hard-working full-time employees. Day to day work involves extensive administrative and liaison duties in serving the City Council, City Manager, the organization and public with a visible leadership presence to encourage, develop and support a Deputy City Clerk and Records Technician, perform and oversee operational activities, lead in best practices and evaluating performance of personnel, programs, categories or services. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversight and supervision of the Clerk’s Office staff with full responsibility for employee supervision (hires, directs, schedules, transfers, promotes, rewards, disciplines and terminates)
• Budgetary: This job has full responsibility for budgeting at the section level including recommending a budget and monitoring and balancing expenditures
• Strategic Planning: This job has full responsibility for strategic planning at the section level including developing, implementing, interpreting and managing short- and long-term goals in the areas of elections, public records, ordinances, resolutions, City Code, Open Meeting Law, records management, agenda and boards and commissions
• Policies/Procedures: This job has full responsibility for policies and procedures organization-wide including interpreting and translating laws into policies and active procedure
• Compliance: This job has full responsibility (follows, ensures compliance with, enforces, and interprets) Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures
• Council Communications: This job has full responsibility for Council communication at the section level including directs and oversees the Council agenda packet process, making recommendations and presentations to City Council, writing staff summaries, maintaining and updating Performance Measures, and carrying out Council directives
• Reporting: This job has full responsibility for reporting to Federal/State/Local agencies including ensuring reporting requirements are met, training other staff on reporting requirements and methods, and addressing discrepancies in reporting
• Serves as the Election Official for the City
• Is the Custodian of City Charter, City Code, ordinances, resolutions, and other official City records.
• Serves as Parliamentarian during Council meetings
• Administers City Boards and Commissions including training  of board members and interpretation of Handbook

Minimum Requirements

• Skilled in management of people and processes and critical thinking
• Extensive knowledge of executive administration with particular emphasis in management of records keeping, parliamentary procedures, codification, boards and commissions and elections
• 7 years of progressively responsible experience managing a City or Town’s Clerk office
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• 5 years of computer experience including Microsoft products, Laserfiche, and Internet websites
• Certified Municipal Clerk
• Certified Elections Official
• Skilled in oral and written communication and comfortable with public presentation responsibilities
• Committed to a high standard of customer orientation and service
• Competency in the knowledge of basic laws, ordinances and regulations underlying the operation of municipal corporations
• Ability to create harmonious and effective working relationships as an integral liaison among City Council, staff, and residents as well as other city, county, state and federal agencies and the public at large.
• Required minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree in Public Administration, Business Management, Communications, Political Science or a related field
• Desired experience includes 5 years as a City Clerk, Master Municipal Clerk Designation and familiarity with AgendaQuick software

Paid Holidays • Paid Vacation Days • Paid Sick Days • Health/Dental/Life/Vision Insurance

In order to apply for this position you will have to fill out a City of Flagstaff application on our website. Visit our website to apply or for more information on this position and other opportunities. You will find complete job descriptions, requirements and application information at: www.flagstaff.az.gov

Applications available at: 211 W. Aspen Ave.

The City of Flagstaff respects, values, and welcomes diversity in our workforce. To this end, we encourage all interested people to apply.

Deputy County Administrator - Sarasota County, FL

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience

Senior-level leadership position responsible for the day-to-day operations of multiple core services including: Planning & Community Development, Emergency Services, Operations & Maintenance/Facilities, Environmental Utilities, Mobility, and Public Works. In addition, this position is responsible for collaborating and building relationships with community stakeholders and constituents.

The Deputy County Administrator (DCA) alternates as second-in-command with one other DCA, filling in as needed in place of the County Administrator, as well as implementing and leading a continuous quality improvement process in the Program and Service Areas, focusing on system/process improvement, and leading the engagement of staff in dialogue and constructive feedback on County programs and operations.

• The Deputy County Administrator responsibilities will be to focus on:  leading and managing all county services and programs through direct reporting relationships with program/service directors.
• Lead short and long-term strategic planning for the County as an enterprise.
• Ensures that all program activities operate consistently and ethically within the county’s charter, mission, values, rules and regulations.
• Inform the County Administrator and, ultimately, the Board of County Commissioners, on the status and accomplishments of all programs and initiatives.
• Direct and work with various directors responsible for all programs, planning, organizing, operating and staffing.
• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, policy and management of the annual budget in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer and County Administrator.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, funding, and county regulations.
• Conduct and attend meetings, conferences and community events to share and discuss current work issues, policy changes, and other pertinent matters and information.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing team of directors through role modeling, coaching, developing, and training and retention strategies.

Minimum Qualifications 

A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Engineering or a related field, and eight (8) years of experience in a high-level public administrative position. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Engineering or a related field, and ten (10) years of experience in a high-level public administrative position may be substituted for the required Master’s degree. A valid Driver’s License is required.

The ideal candidate would possess the following job-based competencies:

Knowledge of the following:

• principles and practices of public and business administration;
• principles of management and application to state/local government;
• principles of budgetary preparation and administration;
• laws, rules and regulations, as well as policies and procedures relating to the Comprehensive Plan;
• principles and procedures of program planning and administration;
• county government rules and regulations;
• Human Resource principles.

Ability to:

• establish and maintain strong and effective working relationships with other local governments and jurisdictions,
• make good, ethically based decisions in a timely manner,
• communicate effectively,
• assess budgetary need,
• role-model and lead a practice of financial fiduciary and responsible government.

For Info and to Apply 

Please see a complete job description and apply on-line at www.scgov.net/Careers.  Resumes may be attached.  Only applicants that apply on line will be considered.  For assistance, please call (941) 861-5742. 

Salary/Benefits    

Salary commensurate with experience.  Excellent benefits include attractive medical/dental/life insurance, generous paid time off, state retirement program, sick child care, wellness programs, fitness centers and much more.   

About Sarasota          

Sarasota County, located on the Gulf of Mexico provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race.  The county also is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses.  Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival.  There are a number of colleges, and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States.  Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…all of this makes Sarasota a great place to live and work! 

Veterans’ Preference

Preference in appointment will be extended to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans with documentation of status (DD-214) at time of application. 

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness
and successful applicants must be
tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.

Drug Free Work Environment            
EOE / AA / ADAAA

Assistant County Administrator, Internal Services - Pasco County, FL

Salary Range: Negotiable

Closing Date:  Continuous

General Description:

Highly responsible administrative and management work in directing a branch of county government. Serves as a member of the Core Team of leaders who work together to serve the citizens and businesses of Pasco County in the most effective way possible. Major functions within the branch include Budget, Accounting/Fiscal Services, Personnel, Purchasing, Information Technology, Facilities and Fleet; consisting of approximately 250 employees, a $97 million operating budget and a $36 million capital budget.

This position is being recruited to replace an incumbent who is expected to retire in 2012 and the successful candidate may serve in a subordinate role to the incumbent until that time.

Essential Job Functions:

Manages and leads development and implementation of all activities and programs of the Internal Services branch. Directs the research, preparation, presentation and management of the annual operating and capital budgets of the Board of County Commissioners. Evaluates the effectiveness of systems, operations, and programs. Negotiates Service Level Agreements with operating departments for the internal services provided by the Branch.

Oversees the management of the day to day operations and services of the Branch by setting the vision and framework that enables departments to successfully deliver program based services. Serves as the conduit for successful cross departmental communications, by setting appropriate policies and procedures, and through personal consultations with department heads. Confers with department heads and other management personnel to identify solutions that will satisfy the customer’s requirements.

Serves as liaison between County Administration and department heads. Attends all regular meetings of the Board of County Commissioners. Directs the preparation and presentation of agenda items to the Board for possible action. Serves as a member of the Development Review Committee (DRC) providing review and approval of major development activity. Coordinates branch capital improvement programs and projects. Guides departmental long-range plans based on multiple criteria, including but not limited to incorporation of the Board’s Strategic Plan. Ensures that departmental Business Plan Initiatives appropriately link to long term efforts.

Assists County personnel in evaluation of programs under their authority to reduce and control operating costs and/or increase efficiency in a manner consistent with the level of service to be provided per the policy direction of the Board. Reviews and approves departmental budget proposals prior to their final processing. Evaluates programs, goals, and performances.

Coordinates and participates in management improvement programs. Researches, evaluates, and designs management business practices and reporting systems for improving and measuring the effectiveness of systems, departmental operations and delivery of services and programs. Conducts analysis and prepares reports as appropriate.

Assists department heads in the development, implementation and maintenance of procedures and management techniques designed to facilitate production, quality control and work measurement programs that will ensure performance excellence. Reviews and approves changes to major service delivery process and operating procedures prior to adoption and implementation.

Directs the staff of administrative, professional, technical support personnel engaging in activities assigned to the office. Supervises department/division employees through department heads. Reviews and approves Department head recommendations for hiring, discharge, promotion, transfers, and personnel actions. Evaluates performance of Department and Division heads within the Branch.

Ensures compliance with Board policies and all relevant laws and regulations. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of local governmental operations and practices. Knowledge of Florida Statutes as they relate to the operation of County government. Knowledge of Federal, State and private grants. Knowledge of the practices utilized in governmental budgeting and cost reduction. Knowledge of the principles of the Governor’s Sterling Award process, Baldrige or other high performance organizational theories/systems. Knowledge of the techniques used in the operation of a large internal services branch.

Ability to supervise the work of a large staff of professional, technical, clerical, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees. Ability to direct and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the County Commissioners, County employees, business partners, other governmental agencies, and the public. Ability to set a vision for the future. Ability to build a strong leadership team that is capable of implementing the vision and goals of the County. Ability to analyze and solve administrative problems. Ability to prepare and analyze operating procedures and administrative reports. Ability to represent the County in public speaking events. Possession of excellent customer service, leadership, and communication skills.

Minimum Requirements: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in a related field, or current CPA certificate, is required. Ten years experience in progressively responsible supervisory positions with a minimum of five years experience in public administration in an agency of comparable size or responsibility. 

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Must become a Pasco County resident within twelve (12) months after employment date.

ADA/EOE/MF

Apply online at www.pascocountyfl.net

Assistant County Administrator, Public Services - Pasco COunty, FL

Salary Range:  Negotiable

Closing Date:  Continuous

General Description:

Highly responsible administrative and management work in directing a branch of County government.  Serves as a member of the Core Team of leaders who work together to serve the citizens and businesses of Pasco County in the most effective way possible.  Major functions within the branch include Emergency Services, Parks and Recreation, Community Services, (Animal Services, Elderly Nutrition, Human Services, Veterans Services, Community Development, Misdemeanor Probation), and Libraries; consisting of approximately 900 employees, 500 volunteers, a $94 million operating budget and a $9 million capital budget.

This position is being recruited to replace an incumbent who is expected to retire in 2012 and the successful candidate may serve in a subordinate role to the incumbent until that time.

Essential Job Functions:

Oversees the management of the day to day operations and services of the Branch by setting the vision and framework that enables departments to successfully deliver program based services. Serves as the conduit for successful cross departmental communication, by setting appropriate policies and procedures, and through personal consultations with department heads. Confers with department heads and other management personnel to identify solutions that will satisfy the customer’s requirements. 

Serves as liaison between County Administration and department heads. Attends all regular meetings of the Board of County Commissioners.  Directs the preparation and presentation of agenda items to the Board for possible action. Serves as a member of the Development Review Committee (DRC) providing review and approval of major development activity. Coordinates branch capital improvement programs and projects. Guides departmental long-range plans based on multiple criteria, including but not limited to incorporation of the Board’s Strategic Plan. Ensures that departmental Business Plan Initiatives appropriately link to long term efforts.

Assists County personnel in evaluation of programs under their authority to reduce and control operating costs and/or increase efficiency in a manner consistent with the level of service to be provided per the policy direction of the Board. Reviews and approves departmental budget proposals prior to their final processing. Evaluates programs, goals, and performances. 

Coordinates and participates in management improvement programs. Researches, evaluates, and designs management business practices and reporting systems for improving and measuring the effectiveness of systems, departmental operations and delivery of services and programs. Conducts analysis and prepares reports as appropriate.

Assists department heads in the development, implementation and maintenance of procedures and management techniques designed to facilitate production, quality control, and work measurement programs that will ensure performance excellence.  Reviews and approves changes to major service delivery process and operating procedures prior to adoption and implementation.

Directs the staff of administrative, professional, technical support personnel engaging in activities assigned to the office. Supervises department/division employees through department heads. Reviews and approves Department head recommendations for hiring, discharge, promotion, transfers, and personnel actions. Evaluates performance of Department and Division heads within the Branch.

Ensures compliance with Board policies and all relevant laws and regulations. 

Performs related work as required. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of local governmental operations and practices.  Knowledge of Florida Statutes as they relate to the operation of County government.  Knowledge of Federal, State and private grants. Knowledge of the practices utilized in governmental budgeting and cost reduction. Knowledge of the principles of the Governor’s Sterling Award process, Baldrige or other high performance organizational theories/systems. Knowledge of the techniques used in the operation of a large public services branch.  

Ability to supervise the work of a large staff of professional, technical, clerical, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees. Ability to direct and carry out complex oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the County Commissioners, County employees, business partners, other governmental agencies, and the public. Ability to set a vision for the future. Ability to build a strong leadership team that is capable of implementing the vision and goals of the County. Ability to analyze and solve administrative problems. Ability to prepare and analyze operating procedures and administrative reports. Ability to represent the County in public speaking events. Possession of excellent customer service, leadership, and communication skills. 

Minimum Requirements: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. A Master's degree in a related field is required. Ten years experience in progressively responsible supervisory positions with a minimum of five years experience in public administration in an agency of comparable size or responsibility.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Must become a Pasco County resident within twelve (12) months after employment date.

ADA/EOE/MF

Apply online at www.pascocountyfl.net

Executive Director - Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority

Salary Range: $180,000 – $230,000

Strategically located in Cincinnati, on the Ohio River in Southwest Ohio at the junction of Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky with a regional population of over 800,000, the “Queen City” offers affordable housing, attractive and unique neighborhoods, an attractive place to live, work and play.  With top arts and theater offerings and with 85% of the Fortune 500 companies with a Cincinnati presence, this is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual.

The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for both internal agency management and external housing program operations and development initiatives.  CMHA has an annual budget of $131.7 million with about 300+ employees.  This role manages four Department Directors overseeing Housing Management, Modernization, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program, and Administration.  The Executive Director reports to a five-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Cincinnati City Manager (2), Hamilton County Commissioners, Probate Court and Common Pleas Court. He/she implements policies and procedures approved by the Board of Commissioners and represent the Authority to other public agencies, elected officials and federal regulatory agencies. 

The Executive Director prepares and presents financial analyses, performance assessments and required reports to the Board, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and other organizations interested in improving public and affordable housing opportunities in Cincinnati and Hamilton County.  The Commission is seeking a highly experienced leader with direct responsibility for implementing policy as designated by a Board, Commission, or Council and directing the operations of line/service delivery organizations.  He/she must be a visionary leader, as well as an excellent communicator with superior listening skills and the ability to manage many divergent points of view. 

Extensive executive management experience with direct responsibility for implementing policy as designated by a Board, Commission, or Council and directing the operations of a line/service delivery organization is necessary.  This seasoned executive must be an enabler for community stabilizer with the ability to build credibility with elected officials, boards, tenant’s associations, community groups, and residents.  Employment experience in the public sector and experience with significant technical content, such as urban housing programs, construction management, neighborhood and property revitalization, or economic development are desired. 

Candidates with successful development/redevelopment experience with the funding of projects with the use of partnerships and the strategic use of HUD, CDBG, and other funding in the provision of quality affordable housing sites and programs will be viewed favorably.  The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in the Moving to Work (MTW) Program as a MTW Participating Site, implementing optional MTW initiatives or other self-sufficiency programs. 

The successful Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Business, or other relevant degree from an accredited college or university.  A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance or related fields will be viewed favorably.  The successful candidate must possess a Public Housing Management Certificate or Certificate in Public Management or the ability to obtain such within the first year of hire.  He/she must have a minimum of fifteen years experience in public housing, or in affordable and assisted housing with at least five years in a senior managerial or director level position.  The agency will consider individuals with equivalent years of relevant executive experience managing a non-profit, governmental, or social services agency with a comparable budget, employment, significant client requirements in a complex regulatory environment. 

To Apply: Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by visiting our website at www.watersconsulting.com/recruitment no later than February 3, 2012. For more information please contact Andrea Sims by calling 216.695.4776 or visit our website at www.watersconsulting.com/recruitment  to view the detailed recruitment brochure for this position.

The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce!

For more information on CMHA, please visit their website at www.cintimha.com

Applicants selected as finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal history/credit/drivers license check prior to interview.  Under Public Information statutes, information from your résumé may be subject to public disclosure.

Chief INformation Officer - Pasco County, FL

Salary Range:  $74,000 - $120,301 Annually 

Closing Date: Continuous

Salary Information:  salary for current Pasco County BOCC employees is in accordance with the Career Service Manual.  The starting salary for all other candidates will typically be at the bottom of the pay range for the job classification; however, it may be higher within the range depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant, the pool of candidates and the duties associated with the position.

Highest IT leadership position for the Pasco County BOCC.  Owns the establishment of IT strategy and its alignment with business objectives and results.  Understands the Organization's core IT competencies, the services provided by the organization, and the value of IT in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of these services.  Member of the executive leadership team and influences strategic business decisions regarding the use of technology.  Provides business applications development and maintenance services. Provides data center computing and support functions involving several computing platforms - IBM mainframe, IBM midrange, and server based environments.  Provides enterprise-wide voice data and radio communications services.

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for all enterprise-wide IT activities, including infrastructure and architecture, applications development, reengineering business processes, voice, data, and radio network services, outsourcing, and computer and auxiliary operations and support.  Tracks a broad range of emerging technologies to determine their maturity and applicability to the enterprise and interprets their meaning for the senior organization leadership team.  Participates in overall business technology planning, bringing a current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems.  Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure continuous customer satisfaction.  Determines long-term enterprise-wide information needs and develops overall strategy for systems development and hardware acquisition and integration.  Oversees and reports on execution of departmental work program and achievement of department's performance goals.

Plans for improvements to the County’s information technology through new or improved systems. Through liaison with users of information technology services, supports improving organizational activities, methods and techniques, and better utilization of resources.   Plans and participates in management education concerning information technology concepts.  Analyzes resource utilization and initiates programs for improvement.   Reviews requests for additional information technology services and identifies impacts on current and planned resources. Evaluates new hardware and software technology and assesses applicability to requirements of the organization.  Reports to management regarding performance of personnel and technology resources and identifies significant trends. Prepares, implements and reports on department’s short-term and long-term strategic plans.  Applies cost/benefit analysis methods to current and proposed applications, hardware and software configurations, organization structuring, and personnel management. Develops expenditure plans and budgets for information technology activities. Formulates intra-departmental policies and procedures associated with all information technology activities. Supervises all aspects of the department.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of modern information technology best practices and procedures. Knowledge of the operating characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of various information technologies and related equipment. Knowledge of project management, security, telecommunications, networks, and implementation of best practices. Ability to direct and develop a continuous comprehensive information technology program. Knowledge of information technology systems, which include mainframe, midrange, and client server applications in a local and wide area networks.  Knowledge of performance management systems.

Knowledge of administration of heterogeneous network environment consisting of LAN and WAN servers (Windows Server).

Ability to present projects and ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to supervise multiple project managers engaged in implementation of enterprise-wide application solutions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with vendors, consultants, employees, department heads, constitutional officers, and the public.

Minimum Requirements:

Physical Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.

Education, Training and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Masters degree in Computer Science or related field required. Eight years of progressively responsible IT experience managing multiple, large cross functional teams, projects or departments.  Public sector experience preferred.

A comparable amount of directly related experience MAY be substituted at the County’s discretion for the minimum educational requirements if candidates are not available that fully meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted. 

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

Must possess a valid driver’s license. 

Special Requirement:

Must become a Pasco County resident within one year after employment date.

ADA Statement: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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