Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business, Planning, Business Administration, or related field, plus five (5) years progressively responsible professional experience in a professional or administrative capacity, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
- Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Business, Political Science or History, or other related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required:None.
Notes to Applicants
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Regarding Your Application: - A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Résumé and Cover Letter are required.
- Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
- Employment history dates must include month and year.
- This position requires a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
- To ensure consideration, candidates should apply by May 3, 2024. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.
Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Friday
*Hours may vary depending upon business needs.
Job Close Date Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 301 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.Collaborate with city leadership to align organizational strategies with the overarching goals and priorities of the City. Lead and facilitate organizational change initiatives to enhance department efficiency, effectiveness, and responsiveness. Develop and implement strategies to navigate through transitions and paradigmatic shifts, including restructuring, process improvements, and cultural transformations to ensure the long-term sustainability and vitality of the City. Guide and support departmental leaders and staff members to successfully adopt change initiatives. Develop strategic recommendations and action plans to ensure alignment and synergy across departments and city-wide initiatives. Work closely with departmental stakeholders to assess and prioritize initiatives based on their strategic relevance, feasibility, and alignment with city-wide objectives. Monitor progress and outcomes of prioritized initiatives, adjusting as necessary to optimize resource allocation and achieve desired results. Develop strategic partnerships and collaborate with key stakeholders, anchor institutions, and community organizations to leverage expertise, information, and resources to advance city goals.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of City operations and management, strategic and long-range planning, and policy development.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Knowledge of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
- Skill in coordinating large, complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various government officials, Council members, Boards, Commissions, City Employees, stakeholders, and the general public.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in data analysis, performance measurement techniques, problem-solving, and decision making.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
- Ability to cultivate relationships with other entities to leverage their expertise, resources, and networks to advance City priorities and goals and establish partnerships and collaboration.
- Ability to conduct assessments of existing strategies to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Special Assistant to the City Manager are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business, Planning, Business Administration, or related field, plus five (5) years progressively responsible professional experience in a professional or administrative capacity, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Business, Political Science or History, or other related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
