City Administrator

Pelican, Alaska (population 90) is a small seaside community located in Lisianski Inlet of Southeast Alaska. Historically, we are a commercial fishing town that has now grown to include a charter fishing presence. Our summers are very busy, and winters are very quiet. The total budget for 2023-2024 including all funds is about $1.6 million. The City of Pelican owns and operates the harbor, fuel dock, electric utility, water and wastewater utility, housing rentals, laundromat, and waste disposal. The city currently has 6 FTE employees and 4 PT employees.

Description:

The City Administrator is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Council and Mayor and is responsible for the administration of all City operations and the supervision of City employees as delegated by the City Council and Mayor. The successful candidate will demonstrate creative problem-solving through teamwork, partnerships, sound judgment, and decision-making to effectively manage. The City Administrator oversees multiple projects and deadlines, as well as staffing and financial responsibilities. The individual must be a strong communicator, detail-oriented, technologically savvy, and outcome-driven. The position has been vacant for many years.

The Candidate must appreciate Pelican's unique history and work on moving the organization forward through proper management, infrastructure improvements, and administrative reformations. The candidate will present experience in small community outreach and civic engagement and understand the importance of working directly with government, contract, and specialist liaisons.

Education and Experience:

A bachelor's degree or master's degree preferred, in public administration, public policy, business, or related fields, along with extensively progressively responsible experience (5 to 7 years) in local government management, including significant experience at a senior level interacting with elected officials and stakeholder groups. Experienced assistance and/or deputy managers/administrators are also encouraged to apply. Alaska experience is preferred.

The starting salary range for the position is $65,000 to $120,000, DOQ. Benefits are available and will be added to this posting shortly. Year-round residence within the City or Lisianski Inlet is required. The City will provide relocation and temporary housing assistance, if within city limits.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Assist in the current ongoing Xunaa Borough Petition;

-Serve as a liaison between the mayor/council and all department heads, city officers, committees and commissions;

-Delegate duties as required and is charged with overall supervision of city offices and employees;

-Administrate and adopt city policies, procedures, ordinances, resolutions, and directives through the coordination of all municipal departments;

-Be responsible for grant and contract administration and procurement;

-Assist the City Clerk in the preparation of ordinances and resolutions;

-Act as local, state, and federal liaison and oversee licensing and permitting with those entities as needed;

-Prepare the annual budget and capital improvement programs;

-Prepare recommendations and information briefs for the council and mayor on all matters affecting the municipality so as to keep administrative officials fully informed;

-Formulate municipal investment policies and financing alternatives;

-Implement adopted capital improvement, economic development, coastal zone management, and other comprehensive plans;

-In conjunction with the maintenance supervisor, formulate and adhere to a maintenance schedule for all city equipment, buildings, roads, boardwalks, and other properties;

-Enforce the city budget

-Act as personnel officer for the City in terms of formulating job descriptions, supervising and evaluating employees, benefits, and compensation;

-Be cross-trained with the City Clerk and Treasurer

-Attend all meetings of the council, planning commission, and other meetings as specified by the council and mayor unless excused therefrom,

-Oversee City's Public Utility District Manager;

-Determine long and short-range needs of the City and make recommendations;

-Develop administrative policies and procedures for recommendation to the council;

-Be an ex-officio member of all boards and commission appointed by the mayor or council.

The position will remain open until filled and candidates should apply at once. Candidates should apply online with resume, cover letter, contact information, and five work-related references to the attention of;

Lattieca Stewart, City Clerk

907-735-2202