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Organization <br /> The City of Elk River operates under a statutory form of government consisting of a four member City Council <br /> and a Mayor who is also a voting member. Council members are elected by ward to a four-year term with two <br /> Council seats up for election each even year. The Mayor is also elected to a four-year term. The City Council <br /> is responsible for adopting the city's budget and tax levy, passing resolutions and ordinances, all hiring and <br /> firing decisions,policy making, development and growth planning, and overall city direction. <br /> In addition to general government services, the City of Elk River provides a full range of municipal services <br /> including police and fire protection, building and other safety inspections, planning and zoning, economic <br /> development, environmental services, parks and recreation, library, infrastructure maintenance and repair, and <br /> snow removal. The City also operates two off-sale liquor stores. Water and electric services are provided by <br /> Elk River Municipal Utilities. <br /> Position <br /> The City Administrator is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of, the City Council. As the chief <br /> administrative officer, the City Administrator is responsible for the daily administration and coordination of all <br /> city affairs in accordance with city ordinances and directives from the City Council. The City Administrator <br /> manages an adopted 2011 general fund budget of $12.5 million and a total budget of $23.1 million and <br /> supervises an authorized complement of 137 full-time employees assigned to seven operating departments, as <br /> shown below in the organizational chart. Other responsibilities include providing information and <br /> recommendations that support the City Council policy-making, directing implementation of the city's strategic <br /> goals, and maintaining cooperative relationships with government agencies, the business community, and the <br /> general public. <br /> City of Elk River,M inrw rota <br /> Organizational Chart <br /> CiUms of Elk <br /> River <br /> Maya&Oty <br /> dons: <br /> COUNW <br /> Boards: <br /> P4yrsr� HR5 <br /> 'J° Adrn"stratnr <br /> Parks& Gommursity F PaaL7tx wail €'xe Folios Firma +ludmin �ra'iati <br /> Recre@ton Development <br /> Position Requirements <br /> Master's degree in public administration, business administration or a related field and seven (7) years of local <br /> government management experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. <br /> Qualified candidates must have a broad working knowledge of municipal functions and demonstrate strong <br /> leadership skills in setting an organization's direction and tone, developing a cohesive staff team, and building <br /> consensus on organizational priorities. Proven record of increasing organizational efficiency and ensuring a <br /> strong fiscal position are required. Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and be adept <br /> at engaging others to effect organizational change. <br /> City of Elk River 3 <br />