DEPUTY DISTRICT MANAGER (Chief Administrative Officer / Chief Operating Officer)

PLEASE NOTE

There are two (2) openings for Deputy District Manager position.
Each position will be filled through the selection process, with offers for the specific role based on the desired associated skillset. You will have the opportunity to notify us during the application and interview process of which position you would prefer to be selected for.

Information on both positions is below.  You only need to submit one application.

Applications will be accepted starting on September 13, 2024 through 11pm on October 13, 2024.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. You will know you have completed the application when it requests your signature.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the District Manager, the Deputy District Manager (Deputy DM) leads, oversees, and directs the staff responsible for the District’s administrative or operation services. Serves as the District Manager in times when the District Manager is absent or in the interim as required.

 

The Administrative Deputy DM directly oversees the departments of human resources, finance, business administration, and the district clerk.

 

The Operations Deputy DM oversees the departments of Fire, Water and Wastewater, Parks & Recreation, and Operational Support.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

ADMINISTRATIVE DM

 

Serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for the District.  Provides guidance and direction for human resources, government affairs, finance, compliance, and administrative oversight of the organization.
Directs the essential services and functions of the District to ensure that routine accounting, clerical support, budgeting, purchasing, and procurement support are provided, to include in long-range planning.
Develops, evaluates, and oversees management information systems.
Maintains the organization’s administrative policies and procedures manuals.
Collaborates with other staff to draft and implement annual administrative budgets.
Directs and oversees administrative support services staff.
 

OPERATIONS DM

 

Serves as the Chief Operating Officer for the District.  Provides guidance and direction for District services to include fire, utilities, parks and recreation, code enforcement, and operational support to those organizational services.
Directs the provision and prioritization of projects within the operational service departments based on criteria and matrix evaluation to best and most efficiently complete projects that provide the most benefit to the community, to include in long-range planning.
Maintains and implements the organization’s operational policies and procedures to improve day-to-day operations.
Directs and oversees operational services and support staff.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR BOTH POSITIONS

 

Assists the District Manager with the oversight of the administration and budget control of Pueblo West departments under the direction of the Board of Directors.
Participates in the development and execution of Pueblo West’s strategic plan. Directs and oversees the development and execution of strategies related to the operation and services of the organization, to include capital planning, master planning, and equipping the organization.
Works in collaboration with the Finance Department and staff in preparation for, approval of, and implementation of the District budget.
Works with General Counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Collaborates with all management staff to identify and deliver the required operational support to the organization.
Drafts and distributes statistical reports, analyses, and exhibits to District staff and stakeholders and, when required, to regulatory and government agencies.
Leads coordination and integration of efforts among operations to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
Serves as a member of the organization’s key operational decision-making and planning body.
Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
Participates in the hiring and training of departmental directors.
Organizes and oversees the work and performance of departmental directors.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive. 
Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with policy.
 

OTHER DUTIES:

 

Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

Experience or demonstrated aptitude at operating at a C-level executive level.
Knowledge of local government rules, regulations, budgeting, and management.
Principles and practices of leadership and management commonly used in large organizations.
Strategic planning methods commonly used in large, complex organizations.
Budget administration of large, complex organizations.
Supervisory principles, procedures, and methods including training, discipline, selection, and evaluation.
Scope and application of laws and regulations pertaining to applicable local, state, and federal programs and organizations.
Leadership methods and management skills.
Must have good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to deal with people in a positive manner.
Ability to effectively practice conflict management to resolve interpersonal conflict.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.)

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

 

Bachelor’s degree required in Public Administration, Business, or related field (master’s degree preferred).
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible and complex experience in management (government, business, or military included), at least two (2) of which were in supervisory positions, and at least one (1) of which is at the C-level executive level.
Must be able to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record within 30 days of hire.
 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

Frequent use of computer keyboards and other office equipment.
Travel to various Pueblo West facilities required which may include exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Travel to various conferences, commissions, and or meetings both inside and outside of Pueblo West which may include exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Prolong sitting and standing.
 

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

 

Work is subject to frequent and recurring interruptions and deadlines.
Some out-of-town travel may be required to attend meetings, conferences, seminars, etc.
Will require attendance at meetings and functions beyond regular work hours.
 

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.