The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer and administrative head of the City government and as such, is responsible to the City Council for the overall daily operations, service delivery, and administration of all City affairs. The City Manager reports to the City Council and directly supervises 17 executive-level positions, all members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), including a Deputy City Manager and an Assistant to the City Manager.
Aug 05, 2022
Full Time
The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer and administrative head of the City government and as such, is responsible to the City Council for the overall daily operations, service delivery, and administration of all City affairs. The City Manager reports to the City Council and directly supervises 17 executive-level positions, all members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), including a Deputy City Manager and an Assistant to the City Manager.
Under the supervision of the City Manager and School Superintendent, the Chief Financial Officer has oversight of planning, organizing, and directing all financial and budgeting activities of the City and School Board. In this unique arrangement adopted in 2012, the CFO works directly with the City Manager, the Superintendent of Schools, and School Budget Director to prepare the annual budget. The CFO also has responsibility for capital projects planning and administration, debt management and administration, grant administration, audit completion and compliance, revenue analysis, utility revenue and rate analysis, investment management, purchasing, and accounting functions. This position speaks for the financial interests of the City as a key representative to regional agencies. The CFO will also have the opportunity to provide the fiscal support to assist in evaluating economic development opportunities, some of which are located downtown, or in areas considered brownfields.
Jul 21, 2022
Full Time
Under the supervision of the City Manager and School Superintendent, the Chief Financial Officer has oversight of planning, organizing, and directing all financial and budgeting activities of the City and School Board. In this unique arrangement adopted in 2012, the CFO works directly with the City Manager, the Superintendent of Schools, and School Budget Director to prepare the annual budget. The CFO also has responsibility for capital projects planning and administration, debt management and administration, grant administration, audit completion and compliance, revenue analysis, utility revenue and rate analysis, investment management, purchasing, and accounting functions. This position speaks for the financial interests of the City as a key representative to regional agencies. The CFO will also have the opportunity to provide the fiscal support to assist in evaluating economic development opportunities, some of which are located downtown, or in areas considered brownfields.
The City is seeking a City Manager to be responsible for managing general operations and administering policies and ordinances enacted by City Council. It is the duty of the City Manager to develop an annual City budget and appoint all department directors for the various operating departments. The City Manager’s office includes an Assistant City Manager, Executive Assistant and Communications Manager. The next City Manager will have the opportunity ensure the City is engaged in public-private partnerships and assist with implementing business-friendly policies to encourage growth. The next City Manager will also have the opportunity to hire two new positions (CFO and Communications Director).
The City staff consists of approximately 470 full and part-time employees with an annual operating budget of $142.2 million (FY23). The General Fund budget is $65.2 million, with the remainder of the City’s expenditures devoted to funding the operations of the school system and a variety of enterprise and special funds. The City maintains a low tax rate and the assessed value of homes and businesses in the City over the past two years continues to increase which reflects the greater value the market is placing on the community, its strong economy and quality of life.
Jul 13, 2022
Full Time
The City is seeking a City Manager to be responsible for managing general operations and administering policies and ordinances enacted by City Council. It is the duty of the City Manager to develop an annual City budget and appoint all department directors for the various operating departments. The City Manager’s office includes an Assistant City Manager, Executive Assistant and Communications Manager. The next City Manager will have the opportunity ensure the City is engaged in public-private partnerships and assist with implementing business-friendly policies to encourage growth. The next City Manager will also have the opportunity to hire two new positions (CFO and Communications Director).
The City staff consists of approximately 470 full and part-time employees with an annual operating budget of $142.2 million (FY23). The General Fund budget is $65.2 million, with the remainder of the City’s expenditures devoted to funding the operations of the school system and a variety of enterprise and special funds. The City maintains a low tax rate and the assessed value of homes and businesses in the City over the past two years continues to increase which reflects the greater value the market is placing on the community, its strong economy and quality of life.
The County Administrator also serves as the chief advisor to the Board and conducts County business in accordance with Board policy. Duties include executing all policies established by the Board or mandated by the state and administering the budget. The County Administrator also has primary responsibility for personnel administration, including hiring and removal of staff, staff organization, employee performance, review of proposed personnel actions, and interpretation of personnel policies. As the County Administrator, they will oversee the daily operations of the County, supervise the work of staff, and prepare the annual budget for approval by the Board of Supervisors. The County Administrator ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and ordinances as well as maintains open communication with various partners such as the business community, area governments, and county residents.
Jun 16, 2022
Full Time
The County Administrator also serves as the chief advisor to the Board and conducts County business in accordance with Board policy. Duties include executing all policies established by the Board or mandated by the state and administering the budget. The County Administrator also has primary responsibility for personnel administration, including hiring and removal of staff, staff organization, employee performance, review of proposed personnel actions, and interpretation of personnel policies. As the County Administrator, they will oversee the daily operations of the County, supervise the work of staff, and prepare the annual budget for approval by the Board of Supervisors. The County Administrator ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and ordinances as well as maintains open communication with various partners such as the business community, area governments, and county residents.
Description General Description: This is a paraprofessional position. The incumbent works on a team by providing outreach, daily living skills, support, education, transportation and other community support services to individuals served. Peer Recovery Specialists are engaged in a number of areas, including at RAFT House, Assertive Community Treatment, Emergency Services and Outpatient Services. The incumbent's unique contribution is the ability to utilize and share with individuals served his/her personal lived experience and knowledge around substance use disorder recovery and/or mental health recovery, empowering and inspiring individuals served to utilize their personal strengths and preferences in treatment services at the CSB. Organization: The Peer Recovery Specialist reports to a Clinical Supervisor and supervises no staff. The Peer Recovery Specialist position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program (CD). Essential Functions: Provides intensive outreach of individuals in their homes and in the community. Assists individuals to understand illness and/or addiction, symptom identification and coping skills. Teaches social skills, appropriate hygiene and other daily living skills, including conflict resolution. Arranges transportation to medical/clinical appointments and other community activities. Assists individuals in accessing natural community supports. Participates as a full member of a team, consulting with other agency staff on treatment planning and program planning. Provides clinical and administrative documentation consistent with licensure, accreditation and Medicaid standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: A. Hazards Customers - Will work with individuals, who have a history of psychiatric behavior and/or substance use, and their families Conditions - May be exposed to places that are considered unsafe or unsanitary, often independently B. Environment Office Field C. Physical Effort Minimal D. Non-exempt Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Requires personal lived experience with substance use disorder and/or a mental health condition and willingness to share personal recovery experiences with individuals receiving services. Knowledge of signs and symptoms of mental illness, substance use disorders, behavior management and early indicators of crises. Ability to identify and access needed services and resources in the community and effectively link individuals served. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and individuals served. Effective oral and written skills to complete documentation and lead individuals served in training activities. Education, Experience and Training: High school diploma or equivalent required with a minimum of sixty (60) hours of classroom training in psychology, social work or related mental health field preferred. Requires personal experience with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and own recovery. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. Must be eligible Peer Specialist designation; Peer Recovery Specialist certification preferred. Peer Recovery Specialists must earn Peer Recovery Specialist Designation within the first year of employment. Special Conditions: Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License CPS (Child Protective Services) Check TB test Twelve-month probationary period Work beyond normal schedule, including nights and weekends Revision Date: December 2022 Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates who are or have been a recipient of mental health services for severe and persistent mental illness are encouraged to apply. Will be required to become a certified peer recovery specialist (CPRS) within the first year of employment if not currently certified. Supplemental Information SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Individuals who have been convicted of certain barrier crimes are eligible to apply for this position through the Screening and Assessment Process administered by The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). To be eligible for the screening process, an applicant must meet the following criteria: Has completed all prison or jail terms Is not under any probation or parole supervision Has no pending charges in any locality Has paid all fines, restitution, and court costs for prior convictions Has been free of parole or probation for at least five years for all convictions The criminal behavior was substantially related to his or her substance abuse or mental illness Should you have questions or need additional information, contact: Department of Behavioral Health & Disability Services, Background Investigations Unit Malinda Roberts 804-887-7393 Malinda.roberts@dbhds.virginia.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jun 04, 2022
Full Time
Description General Description: This is a paraprofessional position. The incumbent works on a team by providing outreach, daily living skills, support, education, transportation and other community support services to individuals served. Peer Recovery Specialists are engaged in a number of areas, including at RAFT House, Assertive Community Treatment, Emergency Services and Outpatient Services. The incumbent's unique contribution is the ability to utilize and share with individuals served his/her personal lived experience and knowledge around substance use disorder recovery and/or mental health recovery, empowering and inspiring individuals served to utilize their personal strengths and preferences in treatment services at the CSB. Organization: The Peer Recovery Specialist reports to a Clinical Supervisor and supervises no staff. The Peer Recovery Specialist position is part of Hanover County's Career Development Program (CD). Essential Functions: Provides intensive outreach of individuals in their homes and in the community. Assists individuals to understand illness and/or addiction, symptom identification and coping skills. Teaches social skills, appropriate hygiene and other daily living skills, including conflict resolution. Arranges transportation to medical/clinical appointments and other community activities. Assists individuals in accessing natural community supports. Participates as a full member of a team, consulting with other agency staff on treatment planning and program planning. Provides clinical and administrative documentation consistent with licensure, accreditation and Medicaid standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: A. Hazards Customers - Will work with individuals, who have a history of psychiatric behavior and/or substance use, and their families Conditions - May be exposed to places that are considered unsafe or unsanitary, often independently B. Environment Office Field C. Physical Effort Minimal D. Non-exempt Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Requires personal lived experience with substance use disorder and/or a mental health condition and willingness to share personal recovery experiences with individuals receiving services. Knowledge of signs and symptoms of mental illness, substance use disorders, behavior management and early indicators of crises. Ability to identify and access needed services and resources in the community and effectively link individuals served. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and individuals served. Effective oral and written skills to complete documentation and lead individuals served in training activities. Education, Experience and Training: High school diploma or equivalent required with a minimum of sixty (60) hours of classroom training in psychology, social work or related mental health field preferred. Requires personal experience with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and own recovery. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable. Must be eligible Peer Specialist designation; Peer Recovery Specialist certification preferred. Peer Recovery Specialists must earn Peer Recovery Specialist Designation within the first year of employment. Special Conditions: Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License CPS (Child Protective Services) Check TB test Twelve-month probationary period Work beyond normal schedule, including nights and weekends Revision Date: December 2022 Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates who are or have been a recipient of mental health services for severe and persistent mental illness are encouraged to apply. Will be required to become a certified peer recovery specialist (CPRS) within the first year of employment if not currently certified. Supplemental Information SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Individuals who have been convicted of certain barrier crimes are eligible to apply for this position through the Screening and Assessment Process administered by The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). To be eligible for the screening process, an applicant must meet the following criteria: Has completed all prison or jail terms Is not under any probation or parole supervision Has no pending charges in any locality Has paid all fines, restitution, and court costs for prior convictions Has been free of parole or probation for at least five years for all convictions The criminal behavior was substantially related to his or her substance abuse or mental illness Should you have questions or need additional information, contact: Department of Behavioral Health & Disability Services, Background Investigations Unit Malinda Roberts 804-887-7393 Malinda.roberts@dbhds.virginia.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
