Director Of Operations

City Of Glenwood Springs • Glenwood Springs, CO

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About The Position

The Director of Operations is a new role within the City of Glenwood Springs, part of the Senior Leadership Team. This position is designed to oversee and coordinate departmental activities across the city, ensuring effective use of resources and alignment with the City Council's goals. The Director will engage in high-level research, analysis, and policy development, while also managing large-scale organizational projects and fostering collaboration among various departments.

Requirements

• General knowledge of public administration practices and procedures.
• Experience in leading large-scale projects.
• Community outreach and engagement skills.
• Ability to maintain effective relations with Council, staff, and the public.
• Knowledge of employee relations, management, supervision, and performance evaluation principles.
• Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports and define complex public policy issues.
• Experience in performing complex analysis and research to support organizational goals.
• Tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive political and community issues.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills within assigned authority.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in municipal management and public administration.
• Participation in professional development activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating, directing, and evaluating the City's departmental activities and operations under the direction of the City Manager.
• Prepare and oversee a variety of reports, analyses, recommendations, and presentations for the City Council and management.
• Review City Council agendas and provide relevant information to staff and Council prior to meetings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor long-term plans, goals, and objectives focused on achieving the City's mission.
• Administer and coordinate programs that cross operational lines and research revenue opportunities.
• Provide high-level research and recommendations on policy development and community issues to the City Manager and City Council.
• Track regulations and legislation affecting City departments and assist in implementation.
• Identify and develop policy options to improve City operations and accountability.
• Present information and participate in discussions with various stakeholders on Citywide issues.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team to lead the organization and solve complex problems.
• Manage large scale organizational projects and establish positive working relationships with community organizations and agencies.
• Provide leadership to special projects requiring coordination between multiple departments.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed