Legal Documents of Sweetwater

In addition to the duties set forth in §§ 1-401 through 1-406, the job of city administrator is described in more detail as follows:

1. The city administrator is responsible for the daily operation of city government activities and support services under the general supervision of the mayor and board of commissioners. Instructions to the city administrator are general and the city administrator must routinely use independent judgment. The city administrator must consider different courses of action and sometimes deviate from standard operating procedures. The city administrator is responsible for effective and efficient operation of the city government.

   The city administrator must be proficient in the operation of a fax machine, copier, landline and mobile phones, other modern office equipment and computers, tablets and smartphones, desktop and mobile business applications and all social media sites maintained by the city.

   The city administrator must also operate light duty vehicles. The city administrator's work is generally indoors, but they must be prepared to work outdoors regardless of weather conditions when necessary.

   The city administrator may be exposed to tobacco smoke and/or vapors, dust and loud noises.

2. The city administrator shall:
   
   1. Prepare the agenda for governing board meetings.
   2. Propose an initial draft for the mayor's preparation of an annual budget and a five (5) year capital program for all funds, including estimates recommendations and appropriation ordinances in compliance with the state requirements for formatting and content, for the mayor to submit to the board or its consideration in compliance with the Sweetwater City Charter, Article VI, Finance, Section 1. Fiscal Year-Budget Preparation.
   3. Be responsible for the daily and efficient operation of the city.
   4. Be responsible for maintaining property and liability insurance.
   5. Coordinate all administrative activities of each department.
   6. Prepare an orientation program for elected officials and employees.
   7. Consult and cooperate with the committees of the board in the administration of the city's affairs.
   8. Collaborate with a variety of groups and agencies, both public and private, in development of the city's economic base.
   9. Serve as liaison with county, state, federal governments and other agencies.
   10. Stay abreast of grant opportunities for cooperation with other groups in order to achieve common goals.
   11. Shall be knowledgeable regarding current and pending legislation and its effect on city operations.
   12. Communicate regularly with the management of component units of the city such as the director of schools, public library director, and utilities manager.
   13. Make recommendations to the board for improving quality and quantity of services to be rendered by the city administrator to the public. (as added by Ord. #1042, Aug. 2024 Ch8_08-05-24)