City Manager
Job Description:
The City of Rehoboth Beach is seeking a proven leader to serve as the City Manager. Appointed by and reporting directly to the Board of Commissioners (Board), the City Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the City, working under the policy direction and goals of the Board. This position implements priorities and directives of the Mayor and Board and ensures they are kept informed of functions, activities, and programs, as well as legal, social, and economic issues affecting City activities. As an administrative and municipal expert, the City Manager recommends and provides advice to the Mayor and Board on all personnel, fiscal, and planning and zoning matters affecting the City. The City Manager supervises daily operations of the City government, directs multiple work functions, and provides leadership and direction to the heads of City departments. The City Manager oversees labor relations and human resources and consults with Department Heads regarding the hiring of City staff and recommends disciplinary actions as warranted. The City Manager facilitates internal and external communication and represents the City at various meetings, functions, and events throughout the community. The City Manager oversees all work done on the City’s streets, beaches, parks, and other infrastructure.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field and 7 years of local government experience with at least 5 years in progressively responsible management positions, including human resources and budget/financial management. Preferred qualifications include tenure in a full-service local government, demonstrated community and business engagement, capital project financing and execution, and experience in a seasonal/tourist community. Both a master’s degree and ICMA-Credentialed Manager certification are preferred.
The expected hiring range is $140,000 – $175,000, depending on qualifications, with benefits including Medical and Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Legal Holidays, Retirements Savings Plan, 457(B) Deferred Compensation Plan, Employee Assistance Plan/Work-Life Benefits, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Workmen’s Compensation Insurance, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
