HomeMy WebLinkAboutGeneral Manager Functions GENERAL MANAGER
PRIMARY FUNCTION
Subject to policy formulation and direction by the and to do
work forces; and Directors, to
elated w'ork as assigned., and
review the activities of the Districts operations and
TYPICAL DUTIES
1. Direct and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, management
policies, and priorities.
2. Direct and participate in the preparation and administration of the District budget.
3. Enforce and administer the provisions of the laws and ordinances of the District.
4. Plan, coordinate, and direct the work of District personnel.
5. May be appointed as Clerk and Ex-officio Secretary of the Board.
6. Advise the Board on matters of administrative practices, recommend legislation and policies required
in the public interest and report on District operations, policies, and problems.
7. Review all District operations to establish work standards and improve methods.
8. Conduct continuous research into administrative practices to produce greater efficiency and
economy in District government.
ment program with plans for financing for Board consideration.
9. Prepare a long term capital improve
10. Direct all District personnel.
11. When directed, handle the implementatio am the tBoard s agent enance and nin meetingr a dcement of 'sconferring with
policies as prescribed by the Board and acts
employees and employee organizations.
12. Respond to citizens' complaints and requests for information; keep the Board apprised.
13. Represent the Board in the community and at professional meetings as required and as directed by
the Board.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Education and Experience
Equivalent to a degree in Public Administration or a related field. Five years of increasingly
responsible experience in Public Administration, preferably with knowledge of the operation of electrical
transmission and distribution systems and water production, storage and distribution systems.
Knowledge and Abilities
Must be knowledgeable with respect to federal, state and local government organizations;
applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations regarding District operations; research
methods of report presentation. Ability to servfeado ty ans effective administrative
of action andthe
provide
analyze organizational and administrative problems, p
leadership to others in such action. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Negotiate
and reach agreement with employee organizationshen directdand pol cees bestably the Bhaaa dpmaintain cooperaroperly interpret tve
make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations,
relationships with the District Directors, consultants, employees, the public, and representatives of other
agencies and firms with whom the District may be involved.
2/3/84
Approved by the Board
Memorandum
To: TDPUD Board of Directors
From: Juanita J. Schneider
Date: 4/18/2007
Re: Employment of new TDPUD General Manager
I would like to speak regarding the last board meeting of the TDPUD.
I believe I am safe in saying that 90 to 99% of the residents in Truckee have a
very limited knowledge for the qualifications or experience for a General Manager
for the TDPUD, electric and water.
At the last board meeting, the Chair of the wtlng stated new General Manager for the public to .
and give their input as to what they ou d like to see
My ears could not believe what they were hearing.
When the town was looking for a new Town Manager, they certainly did not ask
for public input for hiring a new general manager.
In the case of the PUD board, I don't believe they need any input as they know
the job description, qualifications and experience required for a General Manager
for the TDPUD, electric and water.
I also agree with Mr. Sweet's suggestion that an outside firm should handle the
job hiring process. Most businesses deal with decisions in this manner, not in the
manner the process was done 25-30 years ago. We must change with the times.
We would not want to scare a prospective General Manager since it seems that
we have Micro Manager(s) on this board.