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THE CITY OF PORTALES, NEW MEXICO POSITION POSTING #2025-07

POSITION: CITY MANAGER
STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: PORTALES CITY COUNCIL

SHIFT: FT SALARY / 40 HOURS PER WEEK
SALARY: $105,000-$120,000 DOQ

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for the proper administration of the City. The City Manager is employed by the City Council for an indefinite term and until a vacancy in the office is created by death, resignation, or removal by the City Council. The City of Portales has a Mayor/Council form of government. The Mayor/City Council adopts rules and regulations, pay plans or other benefits, adopts policies, Resolutions and Ordinances for the good of the City.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The City Manager is charged with the following responsibilities:

1. The sole authority to employ and discharge all municipal employees pursuant to New Mexico statutes and to appoint and supervise all Department Heads.
2. To maintain a personnel system for employees consistent with the Portales Personnel Policy.
3. To recommend and institute new or revised rules and regulations determined desirable and in accordance with the provision of the City of Portales Personnel Policy.
4. To recommend to the City Council modifications to be made to the City of Portales Personnel Policy.
5. To ensure that the Personnel System provides (1) means to recruit, select, develop and maintain an effective, responsive, and productive workforce; and (2) policies and procedures for employee hiring and advancement, training and career development, job classification, salary administration, fringe benefits, disciplines, discharge, retirement, and other related activities.
6. Introduce technology changes, new, improved or modified services, methods, techniques and equipment; and otherwise generally manage the operation and direct the workforce.
7. Oversee all aspects of personnel administration in accordance with the Portales City Policy and in compliance with City Ordinances and the laws of the State of New Mexico and the United States of America.
8. Implement and ensure said plans, policies, procedures, Ordinances, rules and regulations are properly and timely handled.
9. Provide guidance and input to the Mayor and Council Members on their performance, updates, modifications or changes to the City Facilities, the Manager shall plan short term and long-term goals for the City of Portales to ensure that all the services, infrastructures and facilities are maintained and updated.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Three to five years of experience in the management/operation/personnel of a local government, with a population of at least 10,000 individuals preferred.
2. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration and other related fields and/or three to five years of local government or management experience.
3. Must have a valid New Mexico driver's license, or able to obtain one in 60 days of hire date.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees, other agencies, and the general public using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
5. Physically perform essential functions of the job.
6. Must be at least 18 years of age.
7. Possession of a good reputation and background, which will withstand pre-appointment investigation.
8. Must have strong planning skills.
9. Must be customer oriented.
10. Must have experience in community development.

HOW TO APPLY

Individuals who meet or exceed the criteria set forth above are required to complete an application, a copy of which is attached, together with a cover letter and detailed resume. Said documents can be obtained online at www.portalesnm.gov.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work involves exposure to potentially hazardous, uncontrollable and life-threatening situations. There is frequent need to walk, run, lift, and climb. The City of Portales promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of random drug testing.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The regular workweek is 8 hours a day for 5 days a week, subject to callback, weekends, and holidays, as necessary. Additional time may be required after regular hours.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must pass a background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.
2. Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.

CONDITIONS OF CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT:

1. Candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and insurability in accordance with the City's insurance carrier.
2. Employees must maintain a source of communications for off duty work related communications.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Position to remain open until filled. First review will take place Wednesday, April 16th, 2025. Bi-weekly reviews thereafter. Applicant must submit required application to Human Resources at City Hall, 1028 West Community Way, Portales, N.M. 88130 or online at www.portalesnm.gov.

The City of Portales is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

I have received the job description posting and I am capable of performing the essential functions for the position.

Applicant Signature Date

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