Our friends at Strategic Government Resources have a number of recruitments they want ELGL members to know about! You can apply by contact in anyone at SGR, inquire about a specific position through the contact listed.
Assistant Finance Director: Addison, Texas
Addison, Texas, is seeking an Assistant Director of Finance. Addison is a unique 4.4-square mile urban enclave that boasts 170+ restaurants, 22 hotels, upscale living, unique retail shops, and more than 12 million square feet of office space. Addison is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and has a population of 15,830, over 270 employees, and an annual operating budget of over $106.6 million.
The Assistant Director of Finance is responsible for providing general supervision and oversight to the city’s accounting/treasury and billing/collections functions. The Assistant Director of Finance is also responsible for monitoring the adopted budget and directing department managers in the conduct of daily finance operations and activities to ensure expenditures are made in accordance with spending limits and city ordinances.
The selected candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field, and be a Certified Public Accountant. A Master’s degree is preferred. Five years of supervisory experience in accounting, including two years of governmental auditing and financial reporting is required. Credentials as a Certified Government Finance Officer are highly desired.
The salary range for this position is $83,273.58-$104,075.92, depending on qualifications and experience.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Ron Holifield, CEO
Strategic Government Resources
Ron@GovernmentResource.com
Senior Software Developer: Addison, Texas
The City of Addison, Texas, is seeking a Senior Software Developer. Addison is a unique 4.4-square mile urban enclave that boasts 170+ restaurants, 22 hotels, upscale living, unique retail shops, and more than 12 million square feet of office space. Addison is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and has a population of 15,830, over 270 employees, and an annual operating budget of over $106.6 million.
The Senior Software Developer reports to the IT Director and will provide technical direction for the development, design, and systems integration across multiple client engagements, from definition through implementation.
The successful candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. The candidate should have significant knowledge of complex database concepts and demonstrated work experience with more than one relational database management system. Experience in design, development, testing and deployment of web applications and user interfaces using Java, HTML, HTML5, XML, MySQL, SQL, Web Services and .NET technology is required.
The salary range for this position is $83,273.58 – $124,878.26, depending on qualifications and experience. Addison participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at a seven percent employee deposit rate with a municipal matching ratio of 2:1. A full range of leave and insurance benefits is also provided.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Ron Holifield, CEO
Strategic Government Resources
Ron@GovernmentResource.com
Deputy City Manager: Addison, Texas
Addison, Texas, is seeking a Deputy City Manager. Addison offers the energy, vibrancy, restaurants and businesses of a city – but all in a compact 4.4-square mile package that is clean, easy to use, friendly and accessible. Nationally acclaimed special events, unique amenities, and more restaurants per capita than any city in the U.S., Addison, Texas is the destination in North Texas for great food lodging, and fun! This unique 4.4-square mile urban enclave boasts 170+ restaurants, 22 hotels, upscale living, unique retail shops and more than 12 million square feet of office space. In Addison, It All Comes TogetherSM. Addison is truly a destination community. The Town’s 15,830 population grows to nearly 100,000 daily, and is easily accessible from numerous major roadways and is only 20-25 minutes from both DFW and Love Field Airports. Addison’s own municipal airport is the third largest general aviation airport in the nation with over 750 based aircraft and a 7,200 runway, averaging more than 360 daily operations.
The Town of Addison is a home rule city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of the Mayor and six Council members, elected at-large for two-year terms in alternating years. The Council appoints a professional City Manager to serve as CEO of the organization and manage the day-to-day operations of the Town. Addison has over 270 employees, an annual operating budget of over $106.6 million, and a tax rate of $0.58 per $100 valuation. The median household income is $52,564, and the average home value is $269,717.
A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or a closely related field is required, along with a minimum of five years of experience as a city manager, assistant city manager, or department head. A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field is strongly preferred.
Thorough and extensive knowledge of municipal affairs, including financial revenues and expenditures, budget, planning and zoning, building development, personnel, and public safety administration is required. The new Deputy City Manager will be required to reside within 15 air miles of the Town’s boundaries within one year of hire date. The Town of Addison offers a highly competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience. The Town participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at a 7% employee deposit rate with a municipal matching ratio of 2:1. A full range of leave and insurance benefits is also provided.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Ron Holifield, CEO
Strategic Government Resources
Ron@GovernmentResource.com
Building Official: Addison, Texas
Addison, Texas, is seeking a Building Official. Addison is a unique 4.4-square mile urban enclave that boasts 170+ restaurants, 22 hotels, upscale living, unique retail shops, and more than 12 million square feet of office space. Addison is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and has a population of 15,830, over 270 employees, and an annual operating budget of over $106.6 million.
The Building Official reports to the Assistant Director of Development Services. The position reviews building plans for compliance with ordinances by interpreting and enforcing the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and energy codes. This will also involve direct communication with contractors, architects, and the public regarding the permitting process and requirements. The position directly supervises two building inspectors and includes the daily prioritization and assignment of work. Oversight and interpretation of the sign code and management of code enforcement activities are additional key responsibilities.
The chosen candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, business or a related field. A focus on architecture or construction is preferred. A minimum of five years of experience in building design, inspection, or construction is required. The individual hired must be an International Code Council Certified Building Official, and possess a State of Texas inspector’s plumbing license, or have the ability to obtain within one year of employment.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Ron Holifield, CEO
Strategic Government Resources
Ron@GovernmentResource.com
Deputy Director of Development Services: Victoria, Texas
Victoria, Texas, is seeking a new Deputy Director of Development Services. The City of Victoria, with a population of approximately 65,000, is located equidistant from Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi. The City has 613 budgeted full-time positions and its aggregate annual budget for FY2013-2014 is $150,028,254.
The Victoria Development Services Department, with annual budget of approximately $2.4 million, is comprised of 26 full-time employees in 4 divisions: Code Enforcement, Development Center, Planning Services, and GIS. The Deputy Director reports to the Director of Development Services.
Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or related field and 7 years of progressively responsible municipal experience, including minimum of 5 years supervisory experience, required. Valid Class C Driver’s License required. Master’s degree, AICP certification, and experience in a municipal or county planning agency preferred.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Bill Peterson, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
Bill@GovernmentResource.com
Director of Community Development Services: Alamo Heights, Texas
Alamo Heights, Texas, is seeking a Director of Community Development Services. The City of Alamo Heights, with a population of 7,031, is located 4.5 miles north of downtown San Antonio. Alamo Heights has annual general fund budget of $8.4 million, 101 full time employees, and 4 part time employees. The Director of Community Development Services reports directly to the City Manager and provide staff assistance to the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager’s office, and other City Developments. This position has 2 direct reports: Community Development Coordinator and Combination Inspector. The Community Development Services Department is comprised of 3 employees and has an annual budget of $309,919.
Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field and 3-5 years of progressively responsible municipal government experience, including supervisory experience, preferred. Previous experience in planning, code enforcement, building inspections, or a related field, strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access required.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Molly Deckert, Executive Search Manager
Strategic Government Resources
MollyDeckert@GovernmentResource.com
Library Director: Abilene, Texas
Abilene, Texas is seeking a new Library Director. The City of Abilene, with a population of 120,000, is located on Interstate 20 approximately 180 miles due west of the DFW Metroplex. Abilene has more than 1,150 employees and a FY2014 general fund budget of $79.3 million. The Library Director reports to the Director of Community Services and is responsible for managing the Abilene Public Library which serves as the primary information and resource center for Abilene and Taylor County. The Main Library, the Mockingbird Branch Library, and the South Branch Library serve more than 62,000 library cardholders who check out more than 800,000 books and other materials each year.
Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited college or university or a Master’s degree in information science, public administration, or business administration required. Minimum of 5 years progressively responsible experience in the library profession required. Experience as a library director or assistant director preferred. Active participation with Texas Library Association, ALA, or similar library association desired.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Gary Holland, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
GaryHolland@GovernmentResource.com
Economic Development & Tourism Director: Port Lavaca, Texas
This is an exciting opportunity to live and work in a picturesque, coastal community located near the center-point of the Texas Gulf Coast, less than 30 miles from Victoria. The City of Port Lavaca, Texas, is seeking a new Economic Development and Tourism Director. Port Lavaca is home to more than 12,000 residents. The City has 100 employees and an annual FY2014-2014 budget of $15 million. Economic Development activities were previously handled by the Calhoun County Economic Development Corporation, which has disbanded. This new Economic Development and Tourism Director position will be funded by the City and will report directly to the Finance Director. The ultimate goal for the new Director will be to forge strong relationships and create a public/private partnership to lead development activity for Port Lavaca and Calhoun County.
Bachelor’s degree required, or 4 years of work experience in a related field may be considered in lieu of degree. Must be a graduate of the Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC) and have a minimum of 2 years of experience in economic development. Proficiency in social media marketing and Microsoft Office programs required. Economic development experience in a coastal community preferred. CEcD or PCED certification or completion of EDI/IEDC courses desired.
View the complete position profile and online application instructions at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information on this position, please contact:
Molly Deckert, Executive Search Manager
Strategic Government Resources
MollyDeckert@GovernmentResource.com
Chief Technology Officer: Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a new Chief Technology Officer. The City of Fort Worth, with a population of more than 750,000, is the 17th largest city in the US and the 5th largest city in Texas. Fort Worth has more than 6,300 authorized positions and a FY2014 annual budget of $1.4 billion. The Chief Technology Officer reports to the Assistant City Manager for Community and Administrative Services and works closely with the City Manager, other Assistant City managers and Department Directors to support the City’s information technology initiatives and priorities across the organization.
The IT Solutions Department has an annual FY2014 budget of over $25 million and 133 staff members. Reporting directly to the CTO are the Assistant Director of Services, the Assistant Director of Operations, and the Assistant Finance Director of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Bachelor’s degree in a technological, business or public administration field and 8 years of increasingly responsible experience, including 4 years as a manager, required. Master’s degree and 10 to 15 years of experience leading a large IT department in a municipal setting preferred. Private sector and/or military experience will be considered.
Strong background in strategic planning and project management desired. Lean Six Sigma or similar data-based analytical problem solving methodology and business reengineering experience preferred.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Gary Holland, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
GaryHolland@GovernmentResource.com
Animal Shelter Manager: Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a new Animal Shelter Manager. Fort Worth, the 17th largest city in the US and the 5th largest city in Texas, has a population of over 750,000.
The City of Fort Worth has a progressive animal welfare program that enjoys broad based support from elected officials, industry, residents, and animal welfare agencies. In the last four years, the City has opened a spay and neuter clinic in the shelter and two satellite adoption centers in collaboration with PetSmart and PetSmart Charities. A group of City staff and private business professionals recently raised over $1 million for a new animal treatment ward that will open in September 2014. In addition, voters just approved $1 million for expansion of the current shelter and $1.3 million for a shelter annex. The Animal Shelter Manager is responsible for 23 employees and a $2.3 million budget.
The chosen candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in animal science or a related field and five or more years of increasingly responsible administrative and supervisory experience in animal services. The ideal candidate will have experience with state-of-the-art animal care practices in a large shelter, including disease control and successful live release practices. Formal education in large shelter medicine may be considered as a substitute for actual experience. Bilingual ability in Spanish is a plus.
A Licensed Veterinarian is preferred, but not required. Applicants that are not licensed veterinarians may be considered, provided they can demonstrate extensive experience in large public shelters with a proven track record of developing and managing effective health, welfare and safety programs. The salary range for this position is $62,712-$100,318, depending on qualifications and experience. City employees participate in the Fort Worth Employees’ Retirement Fund at a contribution rate of 8.5%, and a City matching contribution rate of 19.74%, with five year vesting. The City does not participate in Social Security. A full range of leave and insurance benefits is also provided.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Bill Peterson, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
Bill@GovernmentResource.com
Assistant Director Code Compliance/Animal Welfare: Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a skilled executive manager for the Assistant Director Code Compliance/Animal Welfare position. Fort Worth, the 17th biggest city in the US and the 5th largest in Texas has a population of over 750,000.
The Code Compliance Department has three assistant directors and 280 employees. Each assistant director is assigned to one of three core services: Animal Welfare, Code Enforcement, or Solid Waste. This position will be assigned to Animal Welfare, which includes humane enforcement, animal control, cruelty investigations, low cost vaccinations, low cost spay and neuter, TNR program, nuisance wildlife, pet retention, animal sheltering, adoption centers, and other associated services.
The City of Fort Worth has a progressive animal welfare program that enjoys broad based support from elected officials, industry, residents, and animal welfare agencies. In the last four years, the City has opened a spay and neuter clinic in the shelter and two satellite adoption centers in collaboration with PetSmart and PetSmart Charities. A group of City staff and private business professionals recently raised over $1 million for a new animal treatment ward that will open in September 2014. In addition, voters just approved $1 million for expansion of the current shelter and $1.3 million for a shelter annex. The Assistant Director is responsible for 85 employees and a $5.6 million budget.
The selected candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and eight years of increasingly responsible administrative and supervisory experience operating large public shelters and/or animal welfare programs. Formal education in large shelter medicine may be considered as a substitute for actual experience. While a Licensed Veterinarian with executive management experience is preferred, the City will consider all applicants that have extensive experience in successfully managing large public shelters/animal welfare programs and who are passionate about saving the lives of animals. The salary range for this position is $82,971-$136,906, depending on qualifications and experience. City employees participate in the Fort Worth Employees’ Retirement Fund at a contribution rate of 8.5%, and a City matching contribution rate of 19.74%, with five year vesting. The City does not participate in Social Security. A full range of leave and insurance benefits is also provided.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information contact:
Bill Peterson, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
Bill@GovernmentResource.com
Director of Economic Development: Sugar Land, TX
The City of Sugar Land, Texas, is seeking a Director of Economic Development. Sugar Land, located 20 miles southwest of Houston, is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live, work, shop, and play.
The Office of Economic Development reports directly to the City Manager. Through proactive and partnership-oriented leadership, the Director is responsible for comprehensive activities, strategic initiatives, and administrative responsibilities of economic development. Primary industry recruitment through external marketing and the retention/expansion of existing businesses are major responsibilities. The economic development activities are funded through Type A and Type B sales tax corporations. Currently, the Office manages $10 million in annual revenue and consists of 5 positions.
A Bachelor’s degree and experience with a governing board is required. CEcD, PCED, EDFP, and/or CCIM designation is desirable. A Master’s degree, 10 years of economic development experience, and familiarity with Texas Type A and Type B, is preferred.
View complete position profile and apply online: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information on this position, contact:
Ron Robinson, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
rrobinson@GovernmentResource.com
Information Technology Director: Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo, Texas, is seeking a new Information Technology Director. The City of Amarillo, with a population of more than 194,000, is located in the Texas Panhandle. Amarillo has 2,085 full-time employees and 346 part-time employees.
Amarillo’s Information Technology Division, comprised of 37 full-time and 3 part-time employees, is responsible for providing computer, telephone, and printing services to all City departments. The FY2013-2014 annual budget for the Division is over $5.8 million. The IT Division includes eight groups: Print Services, Telecommunications, Helpdesk Services, GIS Services, Infrastructure Services, Public Safety Services, Enterprise Application Services, and Technology Support Services. The IT Director develops and administers the Division’s annual budget, including capital and fixed costs expenditures, and reports directly to the Assistant City Manager for Financial and Leisure Services.
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field preferred. Five or more years of stable and progressively responsible experience in information technology management required. Must possess, or be eligible to obtain within 30 days of employment, a valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
View complete position profile and apply online at: Current Openings
For more information contact:
Ron Holifield, CEO
Strategic Government Resources
Ron@GovernmentResource.com
Public Works Director: St. Charles, Missouri
This is an exciting opportunity to live and work in a picturesque, family oriented community minutes away from St. Louis. The City of Saint Charles, Missouri is seeking an experienced Public Works Director to oversee a $41 million annual budget and 111 employees in 4 divisions.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated leadership in municipal public works including engineering, streets, water/wastewater treatment utilities, storm water management, and facilities maintenance.
- Skilled in project management with demonstrated experience in effective implementation and timely completion.
- Demonstrated personnel management style which achieves consistently effective results.
- Strong accountability for budget management and forecasting
- Successful track record in strategic planning and execution
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, P.E. certification, public works department management experience in a similarly sized community preferred. Salary range $105,000 – $120,000 DOQ with competitive benefits package.
View complete position profile and apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches
For more information on this position, please contact:
Gary Holland, Senior Vice President
Strategic Government Resources
GaryHolland@GovernmentResource.com