Chief Adminstrative Officer

Nature of Work

Assists and supports the Mayor with any and all projects and programs as directed by the Mayor.

Administers and oversees the activities of all City Departments as needed by the Mayor, including Police, Fire, Public Works, City Clerk, Wastewater Treatment, Human Resources, Community Development and Recycling.

Coordinates all public relations efforts for the city, including management of the City’s brand and identity, drafting press releases and official correspondence, and using print and social media to promote the city.

Serves as Senior Policy Advisor to the Mayor, reviewing existing policies for effectiveness and conducting policy research to test the effectiveness and legality of recommended policies.

Regularly reviews the Greenwood Comprehensive Plan to ensure that policy decisions are made in accordance with the plan and that the plan is updated as needed.

Researches, applies for, coordinates, and administers grant programs on behalf of the city in an effort to obtain funding for City related projects and programs.

Serves as project manager for specific projects as directed by the Mayor, ensuring that all paperwork and financial records are current, and that all agency and legal requirements are met.

Conducts presentations, public forums, seminars as part of community outreach in an effort to educate citizens, visitors, and others on city-related topics and programs and to promote the city.

Works with the Economic Development Foundation, Chamber of Commerce, Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Main Street Greenwood, and other development organizations to enhance and coordinate community development efforts in the city.

Serves as the administrative point of contact for the Mayor with regard to general inquiries.

Reviews contracts for professional services and keeps them updated, including those for telephone, wireless phone, cable, internet, IT service, and copier service, among others.

Processes paperwork for legal action taken by or against the city, including the coordination of efforts between the city, the city attorney and the Mississippi Municipal Service Company.

Serves as the city’s ex-officio member on boards and committees as directed by the Mayor.

Examples of Work

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Qualifications

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