(A) Establishment. The position of City Administrative Officer is hereby established.
(B) Appointment. The City Administrative Officer shall be appointed by the City Commission and may be removed by the City Commission at will unless otherwise provided by statute or ordinance.
(C) Training and Experience. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business or public administration or closely related field supplemented by three years or progressively responsible experience in management; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform effectively the duties of the position.
(D) Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of contemporary private or public administration with emphasis on the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of policies and programs. Working knowledge of legal and technical aspects of operations and equipment. Working knowledge of executive and legislative policies, procedures and practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, public and private officials, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Initiative and resourcefulness. Analytical ability. Leadership and administrative abilities. Tact. Diplomacy. Firmness. Patience. Integrity. Sound Judgment.
(E) Duties and Responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities of the City Administrative Officer shall include, but not be limited to the following:
(1) Advise the City Commission of the city in policy formulation on overall problems of the city;
(2) Have major responsibility for preparation and administration of operating and capital improvement budgets under direction of the executive authority;
(3) Advise the executive authority of the city in the appointment of subordinate administrative personnel if not delegated appointment authority by appropriate order; and
(4) Have continuing direct relationships with operating department heads on implementation and administration of programs.
(5) Perform the duties of the City Alcoholic Beverage Control Administrator as permitted by KRS 241.160.
(6) Have all additional duties lawfully delegated by appropriate order of the City Commission.
(7) Have the same powers as the City Commission in carrying out such duties.
(8) Have responsibility for overall supervision of any and all departments of the city.
(Ord. 53, passed 7-28-93; Am. Ord. 55, passed 8-11-93; Am. Ord. 74(2-8-95), passed 2-8-95; Am. Ord. 110(05-14-97), passed 5-14-97)