City Administrator

City Administrator manages the day-to-day operations of a city, including: 

• Policy development: Create and review policies and procedures for the city and its departments 
• Budgeting: Prepare and manage the city's annual budget 
• Personnel management: Oversee department heads and directors, including hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining employees 
• Strategic planning: Work with the city council to develop strategies to improve the city 
• Liaison: Serve as a liaison between the local government and other organizations, such as businesses, community groups, and other governments 
• Compliance: Ensure the city complies with state, federal, and local laws and regulations 
• Emergency preparation: Prepare the city council and staff to respond to emergencies 
• Communication: Communicate and negotiate with the public, developers, committees, and community groups 

City administrators are appointed by the mayor and city council and typically report directly to them. Their responsibilities can vary by municipality, but they often need to have strong communication and organizational skills to manage multiple departments and stakeholders. 

Notary Public