The City Manager is the City’s Chief Operations Officer and is appointed by the Assembly. Under the Assembly’s direction and authority, the City Manager will supervise the City’s administrative and day-to-day activities. Duties include preparing and monitoring the annual budget and supervision of all department directors.
Under direction of the City and Borough Assembly, this position serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the Municipality and head of the Administration Department. The City Manager position requires the ability to actively implement policy directives by working independently and coordinating with a variety of departments, agencies and the public within the City and Borough of Juneau and the State of Alaska.
Working Hours This position generally works Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with frequent meetings outside of regular work hours. The City Manager’s office is located in City Hall in downtown Juneau.
Who we are looking for The City and Borough of Juneau seeks a passionate, visionary, and decisive servant leader with a commitment to professionalism to be the next City Manager. The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:
Leadership and Management Skills
Strong leadership abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate a diverse workforce and build a culture of excellence and collaboration.
Proven experience in managing and supervising employees, department heads, and other key personnel.
Strategic thinking and planning skills to guide the CBJ’s growth and development, while considering long-term sustainability and community needs.
Financial Management
Proficiency in financial management, including budget preparation, forecasting and monitoring.
Experience in ensuring fiscal responsibility, compliance with financial regulations, and seeking additional funding sources through grants and partnerships.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with elected officials, staff, community members, and other stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships, facilitate collaboration, and engage with diverse groups and perspectives.
Policy Development and Implementation
Demonstrated ability to work with elected officials in developing and implementing policies that align with the CBJ’s vision, goals, and community interests.
Knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, and legislative changes affecting municipal operations and services.
Problem-solving and Decision Making
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex issues and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
Ability to navigate political landscapes, balance competing interests, and provide advice and recommendations to elected officials.
Community Engagement
Experience and commitment to fostering community engagement and promoting transparency, inclusivity and responsiveness in city governance.
Ability to represent the CBJ at public events, meetings, and forums.
Ethical Conduct
Strong ethical standards and integrity, adhering to the highest professional and ethical principles.
Adaptability and Resilience:
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changing circumstances and effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A graduate degree in a professional field of study is a plus.
Five (5) years of broad and increasingly more responsible executive management experience in an organization of similar complexity to the City and Borough of Juneau is required. Experience in a government or public sector organization is strongly preferred. Knowledge and experience with Alaska-specific federal laws and programs is a plus.
Other: Under Alaska law, the City Manager is required to file a financial disclosure report annually.
The City Manager’s position is exempt and serves at the pleasure of the Assembly. Applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure. The first round of application review will occur on June 22, 2023.
The City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) is the major population (approximately 32,000) and economic center in Southeast Alaska, and the capital of the state. The CBJ encompasses an area of 3,600 square miles. Juneau is a very popular tourist destination, with approximately 1,600,000 tourists expected to arrive by cruise ship this year. Located on Alaska’s Inside Passage and surrounded by tree-covered mountains, Juneau is a dynamic tourist city with several schools, a university, thriving businesses, great family neighborhoods, a large arts community, and abundant outdoor activities.
CBJ is a unified (combined city and borough) municipality governed by an Assembly composed of the Mayor and eight Assembly members under a home rule charter adopted in 1970 that established a Council-Manager form of government. The City has 641 employees (FTEs) and an overall budget of $360 million, and is organized into the following departments: Administration, Law, Finance, Engineering & Public Works, Fire, Police, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Library, and Human Resources & Risk Management. The municipality also operates several major facilities that are administered by enterprise boar...ds appointed by the Assembly. Those include Juneau International Airport, Docks & Harbors, Bartlett Regional Hospital, and Eaglecrest Ski Area.
