§ 2-234. Minimum qualifications.

The minimum qualifications for the city manager/clerk are as follows:

(1)

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, political science or a related field.

(2)

Ability to read, write and fluently speak the English language and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

(3)

No record of any felony conviction or other crime involving moral turpitude.

(4)

No physical disability, disease or impairment which would prevent or unreasonably impair the performance of required duties, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

(5)

A minimum of five years of municipal experience, and/or comparable governmental experience, a thorough knowledge of municipal operations and/or governmental practices and proven abilities as follows:

(a)

Governmental administration;

(b)

Public personnel management;

(c)

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;

(d)

Supervisory skills with limited need for direction;

(e)

Problem solving skills (working effectively with city employees and commissioners);

(f)

Respectful public demeanor;

(g)

Qualified to hold membership in professional management associations.

(Ord. No. 96-66, § 5, 10-14-1996; Ord. No. 2010-02, § 2, 7-12-2010)