City Administrator

The Mayor and City Council for the City of Bartlett are seeking applicants for the position of City Administrator, a full-time exempt position.  The City Administrator will be accountable to the Mayor and City Council for the satisfactory performance of the duties assigned by ordinance, resolution, Mayor and Council directive, Federal and State law. Applicants for the position should possess the education, level of experience and working knowledge that will provide the highest standard of leadership possible so as to help move the City forward in an open and transparent method and manage the day-to-day operations of all municipal functions of the City.

Duties, Job Responsibilities, & Characteristics:

• Devotes all of their working time and attention to the affairs of the City.
• Communicates and works well with the public, employees and City Council.
• Is responsible to the City Council for the efficient administration of the City's affairs.
• Appoints and removes, in his or her sole discretion, all City employees except those appointed by City Council as provided for in the City of Bartlett code of ordinances. 
• Organizes all City work operations.
• Collaborate with the Mayor to supervise and coordinate all departments created by the City Council.
• Performs any other duties as may be prescribed by ordinance, resolution or as directed by the City Council or that may be proper for the efficient administration of the City's affairs. 
• Attends all meetings of the City Council and takes part in discussions, making recommendations to the City Council when appropriate.
• Attends meetings of boards and commissions and takes part in discussions, making recommendations when appropriate.
• Keeps the City Council fully advised as to the financial condition and needs of the City. 
• Has the ability to use a PC for extended periods of time for correspondence and memorandums as well as software applications in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office programs.  Prior experience with FundView applications is desired.       
• Ability to maintain and build excellent working relationships between the City of Bartlett and Bell and Williamson County, Bartlett Municipal Development District, Bartlett Independent School District, Federal and State agencies as well as Federal and State elected officials and the local business community. 

Financial Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit an annual budget to City Council for adoption and assures the City operates within the adopted budget. 
• Ensure a clean audit at the end of each fiscal year.
• Ensure that all accounts of revenues and disbursements are properly booked and accounted for.
• Prepare, at least monthly, reports and statements to present to the City Council indicating the financial status of the City. 
• Assist with Payroll and review and approve Accounts Payable disbursements.
• Assist Grant Administrator with current grant projects and maintain Project Accounting for capital projects.
• Supervise, review, and approve purchases in accordance with budget and Council policy.

Any additional responsibilities that may be directed by ordinance, resolution or Mayor and City Council directive.  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Government, Political Science, Business Administration or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Possessing or currently working towards a Certified Public Manager (CPM), an ICMA - Credentialed Manager, and/or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation is desired but not required.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible positions in public administration.
• Knowledge of fiscal functions and practices of municipal governments.
• Experience and oversight of procedures and processes in Utility Billing, Development Services, Public Works (Water, Wastewater, Electric), and/or Public Finance.

The Mayor and City Council of the City of Bartlett reserve the right to choose whom they deem to be the most qualified candidate to fill the open position of City Administrator based upon abilities and characteristics they feel will most fit the needs of the City and the citizens of Bartlett. The posted pay range is an anticipated amount for a qualified applicant. City Council reserves the right to adjust the offered salary as needed and required based on the quality and quantity of applications received. All benefits will be provided as is provided to all other City employees. This position shall remain open until filled.

Submit your application, references, and resume along with a cover letter addressed to the Mayor and Hiring Committee, to the attention of Chad Mees, Mayor, PO Drawer H, Bartlett, Texas 76511.  Failure to provide the required employment application may result in your disqualification for consideration as a candidate for the open position of City Administrator for the City of Bartlett.