(A) Established. There is hereby established the position of City Administrator for the City of Mora, Minnesota.
(1969 Code, § 11.010)
(B) Objectives and scope. Plan and direct the administration of city functions as delegated by the City Council and Public Utilities Commission to ensure efficient municipal services in line with Council and Utilities Commission objectives. Operates with considerable discretion in normal administrative functions and in implementing policies of the Council and Utilities Commission. Responsible for effective recommendation in areas where Council and Utilities Commission action is required.
(1969 Code, § 11.020)
(C) Relationships. The City Administrator reports to the City Council and Public Utilities Commission. The Administrator is responsible to supervise all department managers and provide coordination with other appointed officials, agencies and consultants.
(1969 Code, § 11.030)
(D) Specific responsibilities.
(1) Direct and control all line operations of the municipality. Works closely with department managers to plan and coordinate activities. Administers performance to ensure effective service to the public and efficient conduct of all municipal affairs;
(2) Supervise all staff functions of the city. Responsible for all financial reporting, human services, labor relations and all other city functions;
(3) Direct the efficient generation and purchase of power. Negotiates necessary contracts, including purchase of power from outside suppliers to supply customers most economically. Ensures effective fuel consumption planning and economical purchasing to meet future needs;
(4) Develop and ensure effective utilization of appropriate budgeting, administrative planning and control procedures. Ensures that proper control reports are developed and used, supervises effective operation of purchasing procedures. Recommends changes in these procedures to the Council and Public Utilities Commission;
(5) Ensure the development of an effective municipal organization. Includes recommending changes in organization structure as appropriate, working with department managers to ensure effective job design and utilization of employees, recommending staffing changes or additions, and recommending salary treatment and employee development activities. Follows up to ensure effective implementation of approved recommendations;
(6) Ensure effective management and use of city assets. Includes directing efficient use of present equipment and physical assets and recommending additions or changes to the City Council and Public Utilities Commission as appropriate;
(7) Ensure effective management of financial assets. Responsible to the City Council and Public Utilities Commission to ensure effective investment of available funds and proper accounting practices to control financial assets and provide for financial planning;
(8) Provide administrative support to the City Council and Public Utilities Commission. Responsible for agenda preparation, attends meetings to report on City Council and Utilities Commission affairs and problems; presents recommendations concerning policies and objectives, as well as specific actions; participates in discussions as appropriate; and implements Council and Public Utilities Commission decisions. Keeps the Council and Public Utilities Commission fully advised of all significant matters and effectively presents all items which require Council and Commission action or approval. Responsible for city and Public Utilities Commission records, including minutes, and enforcing city ordinances and resolutions;
(9) Ensure proper public relations. Follows up with all departments to make sure that public services are effectively handled. Participates in local affairs as appropriate;
(10) Cooperate with other governmental units and municipalities on matters of mutual interest. Knowledgeable of developments in public administration and utility fields. Responsible for all city planning and development activities and performs other functions as directed by the City Council and Public Utilities Commission; and
(11) Administer the affairs of the city effectively and in accordance with the Minnesota law.
(1969 Code, § 11.040)