CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CA CITY ADMINISTRATOR

A city vehicle is also provided for the City Administrator.
TO APPLY
If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please
visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply
online.
Filing Deadline: February 4, 2011
Following the closing date, resumes will be screened according to
the qualifications outlined above. The most qualified candidates will
be invited to personal interviews with Bob Murray and Associates. A
select group of candidates will be asked to provide references once it
is anticipated that they may be recommended as finalists. References
will be contacted only following candidate approval. Finalist interviews
will be held with the City of Chowchilla. Candidates will be advised of
the status of the recruitment following selection of the City Administrator.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Bob Murray
at (916) 784-9080.
CITY OF
CHOWCHILLA, CA
INVITES YOUR
INTEREST IN
THE POSITION OF
CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
THE
COMMUNITY
Situated in the heart
of the fertile San Joaquin
Valley at the very center of
California, the City of
Chowchilla is a thriving
farming community, just as it
was when it was first
developed.
Situated in the heart of the fertile San
Joaquin Valley at the very center of California,
the City of Chowchilla is a thriving farming
community, just as it was when it was first developed. Located just south of the Chowchilla River and to the west
of the Chowchilla Mountains, the City is famous for its statuesque
palms, lush date palms, and graceful leaf palms that line the main
thoroughfare. Chowchilla’s 19,051 residents enjoy an attractive, smalltown quality of life within the City’s 7.1 square miles.
Chowchilla’s main industry is agriculture, with the Valley providing fertile
land for farming. Rich pastures and fields of corn and cotton are adjoined
by orchards and vineyards of almonds, pistachios, pecans, apples, oranges,
nectarines, peaches, plums, and grapes, along with new and expanded
dairy operations. In recent years, manufacturers have located in Chowchilla
and enlarged the range of industries in the City; because of its central location
to railroads and major highways, new diverse businesses have found
Chowchilla to be an excellent base of operations. Though the City has
immense economic potential, it remains a stable and supportive environment
for community members.
The City of Chowchilla has all the necessary components of a satisfying
and quality life. Active community engagement is encouraged through a
challenging and enjoyable educational system and a strong parks program
with leisure and recreational opportunities. Many activities in the City
are centered on home and family, schools, churches, and other community organizations. Youth engagement is encouraged through events
and organizations such as the Chowchilla-Madera County Fair, FFA,
and 4-H. For outdoor enthusiasts,
Chowchilla offers many recreational areas and activities
such as swimming, boating,
and skiing; the 18-hole golf course
at Pheasant Run is considered one
of the finest courses in the area.
Those who have a wider-ranging
vision can visit either Yosemite
National Park or the Pacific Ocean
only a short distance away.
Chowchilla offers a competitive
business sense while offering the
community support and family values
of a city deeply rooted in tradition.
The City is committed to remembering and preserving its heritage
while acknowledging and embracing
today’s opportunities.
THE
ORGANIZATION
Incorporated in 1923, Chowchilla is
a General Law city with a CouncilAdministrator form of government.
The five City Council members are
elected to four-year terms; the
Mayor is elected yearly by the
Council. The City Administrator is
charged with assisting the Council in
policy development, carrying out
Council directives, and overseeing
the day-to-day operations of the
City.
Chowchilla’s eight operating departments include Administration (City
Administrator, City Clerk, Human
Resources, and Information Services);
City Attorney; Community Development; Finance; Fire Services;
Parks and Recreation; Police Services;
and Public Services. The
City has an adopted FY
2010/2011 budget of
$18 million and 47 fulltime employees.
THE IDEAL
CANDIDATE
The City Council seeks a
City Administrator whose diplomacy, strength of character, and
ability to create a collaborative environment will inspire an increase in morale throughout Chowchilla staff. The
position is an excellent opportunity for an individual who has the ability
and vision to make a tangible and speedy impact on the health of the City
and act as a transformational leader. The City Council is looking for a just
and fair City Administrator who works apolitically and transparently and
whose ethics are above reproach. The candidate should be able to tactfully and thoughtfully advise the City Council on complex issues and to
respect the decisions of the Council.
applicable state and federal laws,
rules, and regulations regarding
local government operations; and
principles of effective public relations. Candidates should possess a
bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration,
or a related field; a master’s degree
is desirable.
THE
COMPENSATION
The salary for the City Administrator is open and dependent upon
qualifications. The City also offers
an attractive benefits package including:
Retirement – PERS
2.5% @ 55; employee portion paid by
City
In addition to maintaining a healthy working relationship
with the Mayor and the City Council, the successful
The City Council
seeks a City Administrator
candidate should be able to provide strong leadership
whose diplomacy, strength of
to City department heads and staff. The Council is
Healthcare –
character, and ability to create a
seeking someone who is committed to staff developcollaborative environment will
Medical, dental,
ment and creating an atmosphere that encourages a
inspire an increase in morale
and vision insurthroughout Chowchilla staff.
positive and supportive work environment and who
ance premiums paid
has the ability to make tough decisions when necessary.
by City for employee
Community involvement is integral to the position of City
Life Insurance – City-paid
Administrator in Chowchilla; the ideal candidate will be highly
to $100,000
visible in the community and available to civic organizations and will
Administrative Leave – 12 days
work to build trust in City administration.
annually
Candidates should possess at least 5 years’ experience in municiHolidays – 12 paid and one floatpal management and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have
ing holiday annually
knowledge of modern municipal administrative methods
and procedures, organization and functions; current social,
Vacation – Based upon years of
political, and economic trends in municipal government;
service and subject to negotiation
THE
COMMUNITY
Situated in the heart
of the fertile San Joaquin
Valley at the very center of
California, the City of
Chowchilla is a thriving
farming community, just as it
was when it was first
developed.
Situated in the heart of the fertile San
Joaquin Valley at the very center of California,
the City of Chowchilla is a thriving farming
community, just as it was when it was first developed. Located just south of the Chowchilla River and to the west
of the Chowchilla Mountains, the City is famous for its statuesque
palms, lush date palms, and graceful leaf palms that line the main
thoroughfare. Chowchilla’s 19,051 residents enjoy an attractive, smalltown quality of life within the City’s 7.1 square miles.
Chowchilla’s main industry is agriculture, with the Valley providing fertile
land for farming. Rich pastures and fields of corn and cotton are adjoined
by orchards and vineyards of almonds, pistachios, pecans, apples, oranges,
nectarines, peaches, plums, and grapes, along with new and expanded
dairy operations. In recent years, manufacturers have located in Chowchilla
and enlarged the range of industries in the City; because of its central location
to railroads and major highways, new diverse businesses have found
Chowchilla to be an excellent base of operations. Though the City has
immense economic potential, it remains a stable and supportive environment
for community members.
The City of Chowchilla has all the necessary components of a satisfying
and quality life. Active community engagement is encouraged through a
challenging and enjoyable educational system and a strong parks program
with leisure and recreational opportunities. Many activities in the City
are centered on home and family, schools, churches, and other community organizations. Youth engagement is encouraged through events
and organizations such as the Chowchilla-Madera County Fair, FFA,
and 4-H. For outdoor enthusiasts,
Chowchilla offers many recreational areas and activities
such as swimming, boating,
and skiing; the 18-hole golf course
at Pheasant Run is considered one
of the finest courses in the area.
Those who have a wider-ranging
vision can visit either Yosemite
National Park or the Pacific Ocean
only a short distance away.
Chowchilla offers a competitive
business sense while offering the
community support and family values
of a city deeply rooted in tradition.
The City is committed to remembering and preserving its heritage
while acknowledging and embracing
today’s opportunities.
THE
ORGANIZATION
Incorporated in 1923, Chowchilla is
a General Law city with a CouncilAdministrator form of government.
The five City Council members are
elected to four-year terms; the
Mayor is elected yearly by the
Council. The City Administrator is
charged with assisting the Council in
policy development, carrying out
Council directives, and overseeing
the day-to-day operations of the
City.
Chowchilla’s eight operating departments include Administration (City
Administrator, City Clerk, Human
Resources, and Information Services);
City Attorney; Community Development; Finance; Fire Services;
Parks and Recreation; Police Services;
and Public Services. The
City has an adopted FY
2010/2011 budget of
$18 million and 47 fulltime employees.
THE IDEAL
CANDIDATE
The City Council seeks a
City Administrator whose diplomacy, strength of character, and
ability to create a collaborative environment will inspire an increase in morale throughout Chowchilla staff. The
position is an excellent opportunity for an individual who has the ability
and vision to make a tangible and speedy impact on the health of the City
and act as a transformational leader. The City Council is looking for a just
and fair City Administrator who works apolitically and transparently and
whose ethics are above reproach. The candidate should be able to tactfully and thoughtfully advise the City Council on complex issues and to
respect the decisions of the Council.
applicable state and federal laws,
rules, and regulations regarding
local government operations; and
principles of effective public relations. Candidates should possess a
bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration,
or a related field; a master’s degree
is desirable.
THE
COMPENSATION
The salary for the City Administrator is open and dependent upon
qualifications. The City also offers
an attractive benefits package including:
Retirement – PERS
2.5% @ 55; employee portion paid by
City
In addition to maintaining a healthy working relationship
with the Mayor and the City Council, the successful
The City Council
seeks a City Administrator
candidate should be able to provide strong leadership
whose diplomacy, strength of
to City department heads and staff. The Council is
Healthcare –
character, and ability to create a
seeking someone who is committed to staff developcollaborative environment will
Medical, dental,
ment and creating an atmosphere that encourages a
inspire an increase in morale
and vision insurthroughout Chowchilla staff.
positive and supportive work environment and who
ance premiums paid
has the ability to make tough decisions when necessary.
by City for employee
Community involvement is integral to the position of City
Life Insurance – City-paid
Administrator in Chowchilla; the ideal candidate will be highly
to $100,000
visible in the community and available to civic organizations and will
Administrative Leave – 12 days
work to build trust in City administration.
annually
Candidates should possess at least 5 years’ experience in municiHolidays – 12 paid and one floatpal management and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have
ing holiday annually
knowledge of modern municipal administrative methods
and procedures, organization and functions; current social,
Vacation – Based upon years of
political, and economic trends in municipal government;
service and subject to negotiation
A city vehicle is also provided for the City Administrator.
TO APPLY
If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please
visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply
online.
Filing Deadline: February 4, 2011
Following the closing date, resumes will be screened according to
the qualifications outlined above. The most qualified candidates will
be invited to personal interviews with Bob Murray and Associates. A
select group of candidates will be asked to provide references once it
is anticipated that they may be recommended as finalists. References
will be contacted only following candidate approval. Finalist interviews
will be held with the City of Chowchilla. Candidates will be advised of
the status of the recruitment following selection of the City Administrator.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Bob Murray
at (916) 784-9080.
CITY OF
CHOWCHILLA, CA
INVITES YOUR
INTEREST IN
THE POSITION OF
CITY
ADMINISTRATOR