Management Associate

Are you interested in a career in city management and looking for your first opportunity to break into a leadership position? Scottsdale’s Management Associate position is designed for future leaders with a strong interest in local government to gain and develop the necessary skills to become an effective local government manager and leader. 

Management Associates are a vital position that assist with daily City Manager’s Office roles and responsibilities while working on special projects and strategic initiatives across the community and city.  Management Associates have the opportunity to work directly with city leadership to provide collaborative and innovative solutions to improve the city and community as a whole. 

In addition to professional experience in project management, strategic planning, budgeting and local government leadership, Management Associates receive professional development and mentoring directly from city leadership.

This position is designed for individuals with a strong interest in local government management with a minimum of 6 months of work experience and a graduate-level degree. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational, communication and research skills and an eagerness and willingness to excel in a fast-paced environment. 

In order to be considered for this position, the department requests that you attach a Cover Letter and Resume to your application. 

Anticipated starting salary may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The midpoint of the salary range is $81,577.60 annually.

The City of Scottsdale offers:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month, eligible for use immediately following accrual 
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision benefits effective first day of employment
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness plan with flexible incentives
• Access to several city-owned fitness and recreational facilities at no cost

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration or related field. The degree must be from an accredited educational institution.
• Three months' previous internship or work experience in government, finance, legislation, research or statistical analysis, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of local government structure and processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Customer service and problem resolution techniques.
• Key functions of executive municipal management.
• City rules, regulations, ordinance, policies and procedures.
• Budget principles and practices.
• Arizona Open Meeting Law.
• Research techniques and methods of report presentation.
• Principles, methods and techniques of records management.
• Microsoft Office products and other relevant technologies.

Ability to: 

• Read and understand Federal, State and City laws, ordinances, rules and regulations governing City operations and practices.
• Exercise initiative, critical thinking, professional skepticism and sound judgment.
• Plan, organize and complete assignments efficiently within allotted timeframes.
• Ensure that work, work papers and reports meet all required professional standards policies and procedures.
• Perform assignments, particularly those of a confidential and sensitive nature, with a high level of discretion.
• Communicate effectively to a diverse audience to obtain information and disseminate information.
• Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with others.
• Operate standard office equipment (personal computer, printer, copier, scanner, etc.).
• Exercise independent judgment, and interaction with all levels of leadership.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with city staff, elected officials, co-workers, and general public.
• Prepare and make presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions.
• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to city management and other internal staff.
• Complete OSHA/Safety training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Prepares concise, comprehensive, well-organized working papers and written reports to accurately and effectively communicate conclusions and any recommendations.
• Prepares and presents materials for meetings and events.
• Analyzes issues and concerns and recommends innovative solutions, including cross-divisional problem solving.
• Interprets policies, procedures, codes and ordinances and provides oral and written information to staff and the general public.
• Participates in the planning and evaluation as part of the budget and organizational performance management processes and develops strategies and alternatives that focus on continuous improvement, innovation and change.
• Leads projects associated with improving government functions and programs.
• Leads or directs the work of part-time interns and fellows.