CITY OF TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
An Exciting Opportunity is being offered for a City Manager to head the administrative branch of Talladega's Council/Manager form of government. Talladega, population 17,344, is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, just 20 miles south of Interstate 20. It's location between two major urban areas, Birmingham 50 miles to the west and Atlanta 100 miles to the east, is an ideal situation for proximity to services and entertainment. Famous for its Talladega Superspeedway, some 350,000 NASCAR race fans visit the city each year. The City of Talladega implemented the Council/Manager form of government in October 2003. The city is administered by a Mayor, City Manager, and a five-member City Council. The Mayor's position is part-time and non-voting. The City Council members serve non-staggered terms of four years. For more information, visit the city website at www.talladega.com. The City Manager will be actively engaged in assisting the City Council to continue to establish an effective Council/Manager form of government and will be interacting with the community to build partnerships that enhance this form of government. The City Manager heads the administrative branch of city government. He/she will be responsible to the City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City. Qualifications for the position of Talladega City Manager include a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Management, Urban/Regional Planning, Government, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field. A Master=s degree in Public Administration or a related field is preferred. At least five years in a managerial position involving the management of people, money/costs, and other resources for a government entity. Certification from the International City and County Management Association is preferred. Proven leadership and management ability. Comprehension of financial and cost accounting methods and reports. Strong financial skills. Familiarity with local government purchasing procedures. Familiarity with laws governing municipal operations. The successful candidate must also be willing to work non-standard hours and overtime as required, and be willing to travel to attend seminars and to represent the city at various meetings. The successful candidate must possess or acquire and maintain a valid Alabama Driver's License and maintain a driving record suitable to insurability with the city's insurance carrier. City residence in Talladega is required within six months of initial employment and continuously thereafter. The candidate must meet the requirements for a city Surety Bond. Compensation for the new City Manager of Talladega will be market competitive, depending on the experience and qualifications of the individual selected. In addition, an auto allowance of will be provided, along with an excellent fringe benefit package. To Apply, confidential resumes should be sent by close of business February 15, 2008, to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, #511, Atlanta, GA 30338. VOICE: 770-551-0403; FAX: 770-399-9749. E-Mail: mercer@mindspring.com; Internet: www.mercergroupinc.com. The City of Talladega is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
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