Closing date: Continuous

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration or related field.  A Certified Public Account (CPA) certificate or master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Public Administration (MPA) is required.  Six years of progressively responsible administrative and management experience in a budgeting or accounting position.  Experience in development and administration of operating or capital expense budgets.  Experience in the local government sector preferred.  One or more of the following certifications is preferred:  Florida Sterling Examiner, Baldrige Examiner, or Kaizen.

Valid driver’s license.

Must become a PascoCounty resident within one year after employment date.
ADA/MF/EOE

Pinellas County has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a dynamic individual with strong, effective leadership skills who is able to develop and maintain strong partnerships with other organizations. This person will report to the County Administrator and serve as liaison between the County Administrator and the legislative/executive branches of state government and selected federal agencies for matters of significance to the County. The individual will develop the annual legislative program outlining key issues for the Board’s review and ultimate submission to the State Legislature and federal agencies. In addition the individual will assist in designing, developing, implementing and evaluating initiatives to raise the level of engagement and improve coordination between the County and other local governments (cities, special districts, and regional agencies).

Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 4 years of experience in administrative or staff work (preferably in state or local government) that includes at least 1 year serving as a liaison or representative interacting with elected government officials. MPA/MBA preferred.

County application required. Application and additional information available at: https://employment.pinellascounty.org/recruitments/01550-05-13.htm

Apply by: 6/7/2013.

AA/EOE/ADA/VP

Minimum Training and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience is required. Municipal government experience in lift station operations, Sewer Collection, Water Distribution Systems maintenance required. Five years of the 7 years experience must have been at a supervisory and/or management level. Licenses preferred – A – Sewer Collection; Level III – Water Distribution; Backflow Tester and Backflow Repair; Storm Water C. Extensive knowledge of lift station operations is required.

A complete job description and application form is available at the City of Callaway City Hall, Mon-Thurs., 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, except legal holidays and a downloadable application can be found at www.cityofcallaway.com. Please send or fax your completed application and resume to:
Human Resources Department
City of Callaway
6601 E. Highway 22
Callaway, FL 32404

If submitting application electronically, please use the following email address: pjohnson@cityofcallaway.com.

Position will be open until filled. Salary is dependent on qualifications. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls accepted. Thank you for your interest in the City of Callaway.

The City of Callaway is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Drug Free Employer w/preemployment drug screening and an excellent benefit package.

The evening will begin with an icebreaker. You can work individually or in a group. The first group to turn in a completed sheet will win.

Then the district games will begin. Each district will need one player to play corn hole and putt-putt. Remember Jeopardy last year? Are you smarter than a city manager? Each district will need one participant to compete.

The final game will be a karaoke contest. All of you who like to sing can sign up here. After the final game the points will be tallied and the district with the most points will win. The money will go to that district’s favorite charity.

So come out and support your district! If you are interested in competing, please call or email Lynn Lovallo before Friday. You can reach her at (850) 701-3635 or llovallo@flcities.com.

If we don’t have enough volunteers, we will be calling YOU!

Closing Date: 5/31/13

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years solid waste or code enforcement inspection experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Level 1 certification by the Florida Association of Codes Enforcement (FACE) is required as a condition of employment and must be attained within 12 months of employment. Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver’s license. Experience with solid waste, recycling, and conducting public education programs desirable.

Please apply online at http://alachuacounty.us/employment. The Human Resources Department is located at 12 S.E. 1st Street, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL 32602. Telephone 352‐374‐5219.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process.
Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled
veterans.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST
TDD (352) 491-4431

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M.F.V.D.

Pursuant to Florida’s open records law, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.

Closing Date: 5/31/13

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and one year of public contact experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Experience with solid waste, recycling, and conducting public education programs.

Please apply online at http://alachuacounty.us/employment. The Human Resources Department is located at 12 S.E. 1st Street, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL 32602. Telephone 352‐374‐5219.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process.
Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled
veterans.
ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST
TDD (352) 491-4431

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M.F.V.D.

Pursuant to Florida’s open records law, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.

Public Safety Communications Manager (Official Title: Operational Management III): This position provides professional leadership and oversight for the Public Safety Communications (PSC) division including the 911 Call Center/Emergency Services Dispatching and the Public Safety Radio System. This position is also responsible for the oversight and all activities of major Public Safety programs and projects. This position reports to the Fire Chief.

• Responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the Public Safety Communications division including developing and implementing short and long range division plans, creating and implementing program/project goals and objectives as well as accountability for overall financial stability and cost containment of the division.
• Leads and directs major projects of the division including the EOC building project, the 800 MHZ project, the Dispatch Consolidation project with Northport, Venice and Long Boat Key, as well as all division CIP projects. Formulates long and short range strategic business plans and cost estimates pertaining to current and future projects; actively participates in the discussions of the projects; ensures milestones and goals are being met; conducts periodic cost and productivity analysis to ensure efficient and appropriate use of budgetary funds.
• Makes presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, various citizen groups and the general public on county-wide Public Safety Communication related matters; directs the development of documentation to recommend and support Commission actions; serves as the spokesperson for Public Safety Communications advocating the County’s mission, vision, and values; serves as the Liaison to County Administrator, Board of County Commissioners, and other County directors and managers; liaison to Federal, State and local governmental agencies, sheriff’s office, regional counties, engineering consultants and contractors. Actively participates in the planning, implementation and delivery of community outreach programs to educate and inform citizens about Public Safety Communications operations.
• Directs activities and programs of the division to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, rules, policies and procedures, and that goals, objectives and standards are met in a timely and effective manner; ensures work programs, practices, procedures and policies are developed and administered for improving the effectiveness of the Public Safety Communications programs and projects; develops legal policy issues for the division with the Office of the County Attorney.
• Directs assigned staff, which includes work allocation, training and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
• Negotiates or participates in negotiation of contracts and agreements related to Public Safety Communications’ projects and activities in coordination with the Procurement division.
• Provides policy level assistance/guidelines in disaster preparedness functions and activities, including planning, public information and training programs. Responsible for formulating, recommending and initiating policy statements.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Management, Business Science or related field AND six (6) years of experience in Public Safety Communications, Fire/EMS or Emergency Management service -OR- A Master’s Degree with four (4) or more years of related experience. At least two (2) years of supervisory experience is required. Advanced professional certification is highly desirable. May consider substituting years of experience for the four (4) year degree. Valid Driver’s License.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five years.

Subject to Passing CJIS Background Check
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems background check and security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications: Preferred experience managing consolidated (Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement) 911 Call Taking and Dispatching Center and Public Safety Radio System.

Job Competencies: Working knowledge of 911, call taking, public safety agencies, dispatching and public safety radio terms and technologies. Knowledge of State, Federal and local laws or ordinances governing 911, public safety agency dispatching and radio communications. Skilled in business planning, strategic planning, team building, customer relations, managing operating and capital budgets, public speaking, performance measurements, benchmarking and process improvement. Desktop computer, associated software, public safety radio.

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.
Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA

You may have wondered why we don’t use a fiscal or calendar year.  The fiscal year is 10/1 to 9/30 to coincide with the fiscal years of Florida’s cities and counties. It is important for membership renewals and dues notices; however, the program year is not matched to this as the fall isn’t the easiest time for most within the profession to hold their conference.  Historically, we have avoided fall conferences because they can conflict with or be too close to the ICMA conference and because hotel rates climb back up as ‘season’ begins.  We have found more affordable hotel and/or meeting space rates in the early summer but cannot choose the late summer because of conflicts with budget workshops and budget adoption calendars for each city and county – not a good idea.  A calendar year timetable for the Association also wasn’t advisable because transitioning the board of directors around the traditional December holidays wasn’t desirable.

The business meeting is an important time for the membership to participate not only in the elections but also in a review of the Association’s fiscal health and programmatic accomplishments, which are covered in the annual State of the Association report.  The report is sent to members via a website link in this newsletter so that information can be reviewed prior to the conference.

If you have questions about the Association’s governing structure, programs or any other aspect, please contact us – we’d be more than happy to assist in any way!  Your staff looks forward to seeing many of you at the Hilton Orlando between May 22 and May 25!

The successful candidate for this position will supervise, organize and direct all activities of the Finance Department for the City, including preparation of a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, assisting the City Manager with preparation of the City’s annual budget, and supervising Utility Billing.   They will also work closely with the City’s independent auditing firm to coordinate the annual financial audit and prepare audit schedules and any other information required by the auditors.    This position also serves as the City’s point of contact with the IT Service Provider in maintaining the City’s network, financial operating system, and technical aspects of assigned systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, procedures and practices and their application to the accounting system.
• Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relative to accounting and financial records.
• Ability to plan, assigns, and coordinates the work of subordinates.
• Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications:
This is a professional supervisory position that will require coordination of multi-departmental financial records, including preparation of the annual budget(s) with responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other ledger accounts.

• Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Florida is preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of municipal accounting experience is required.  Five (5) to ten (10) years supervisory experience preferred.
• Advanced computer spreadsheet and computerized accounting skills.
• Certified Government Finance Officer preferred.
• Certified Fraud Examiner preferred.

SALARY RANGE:
Salary is dependent on upon experience & qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications may be picked up at the Callaway City Human Resources Department.  It is also available online at http://www.cityofcallaway.com .  For questions regarding the application process, please contact Trish Johnson, pjohnson@cityofcallaway.com or call 850-871-6000.

Applications will be taken by the City of Callaway Human Resources Department until the position is filled.  A complete job description is available upon request.

The City of Callaway is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability.

That’s according to a recently published survey of city managers, county administrators and other chief appointed officials in nearly 3,000 localities, conducted last year by the International City/County Management Association.

As to be expected, base pay differs greatly — from $25,264 up to $368,282. But in general, ICMA didn’t find any significant deviations from norms, given the various responsibilities of each position.

“Chief appointed officials are being reasonably compensated,” said Evelina Moulder, ICMA’s director of survey research. “We don’t see any extremely high salaries or unusual benefits.”

The survey found a slight uptick in overall median base pay from 2011, up about $2,000. Comparisons for prior years were not available, but only 10 percent reported incurring cuts to their base pay since 2007, many of whom served cash-strapped localities along the West Coast.

One of the primary drivers of pay is an area’s population – it’s no surprise public officials overseeing the nation’s largest cities and counties typically earn the highest paychecks. The following data, published in ICMA’s Yearbook, lists median salaries by population:

• Over 1,000,000: $235,099
• 500,000–1,000,000: $190,409
• 250,000–499,999: $181,865
• 100,000–249,999: $162,651
• 50,000–99,999: $148,365
• 25,000–49,999: $130,000
• 10,000–24,999: $115,000
• 5,000–9,999: $92,000
• 2,500–4,999: $76,000
• Under 2,500: $63,000

It’s important to note the vast majority of administrators aren’t serving big cities. Chief appointed officials in jurisdictions with fewer than 25,000 residents accounted for 71 percent of survey respondents.

A number of other factors weigh heavily as well. Moulder pointed out the scope of services local governments provide and their top administrators are responsible for varies. Those working in council-manager systems also tend to earn more, for example, since those officials hold greater authority.

Like any job, a region’s labor market and cost of living further influence pay.
California is home to the nation’s top paid officials, a finding that ICMA reports has been the case for decades.
Severance benefits are another important component of local officials’ contracts, since the positions often experience high turnover. The survey found 78 percent were eligible for severance pay.

However, overall benefit packages typically don’t differ much from their subordinates: 85 percent of chief appointed officials’ benefits were calculated in the same manner as other employees.

Public interest in officials’ salaries escalated in 2010, when news reports showed officials in Bell, Calif., took home huge paychecks in the low-income Los Angeles suburb. Robert Rizzo, the now-former city manager, had bumped up his salary to nearly $800,000. Eight city officials were later charged with misappropriating public funds.

While the scandal didn’t have a noticeable effect on pay for top administrators elsewhere, Moulder said it did result in more scrutiny.

Some localities introduced transparency initiatives. The ICMA survey found that base salaries of chief appointed officials were posted online in 55 percent of local governments serving at least 50,000 residents.

Similarly, a Governing review of state government websites last year found half maintained searchable online compensation databases. Many public officials residing in these states weren’t happy about their compensation being posted online, though. About 41 percent of respondents in a Governing survey of senior state and local officials said citizens should not be able to find their specific compensation with names listed online.

Additional survey results can be found in ICMA’s Municipal Year Book.

Reprinted with permission from GOVERNING By The Numbers, May 2, 2013.

Closing Date: 5/24/13

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of civil engineering, road design, survey, or road construction inspection experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Experience in road construction, site development, surveying, and construction materials testing desirable.

Please apply online at http://alachuacounty.us/employment. The Human Resources Department is located at 12 S.E. 1st Street, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL 32602. Telephone 352-374-5219.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process. Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST

TDD (352) 491-4431

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M.F.V.D.

Pursuant to Florida’s open records law, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.

Closing Date: 5/24/13

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or a related field and four years progressively responsible professional and/or managerial experience or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Experience must include two years supervision. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

Please apply online at http://alachuacounty.us/employment. The Human Resources Department is located at 12 S.E. 1st Street, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL 32602. Telephone 352-374-5219.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process. Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST

TDD (352) 491-4431

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M.F.V.D.

Pursuant to Florida’s open records law, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.

Salary range is $50,000 to $55,000; full time at-will employment.

Contact Elsie Swafford Phone: 850-482-9296 for information or link to view the Job Description and submit an on-line application.

This is highly responsible administrative and professional work implementing, updating and administrating the Sarasota County Impact Fee Ordinances.  Will serve as the primary point of contact for all matters related to impact fees.  In addition, this individual will also serve as the primary coordinating person for developer agreements between the county and private developers.  This position is responsible for all activities, operations and programs of the impact fee code including fee determination, exemptions, collections, encumbrances and reporting.  This position is performed under the direction of the Planning and Development Services Director and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.  $60,008.00 – $85,009.60 (mid-point)  Medical/dental/life insurance, generous paid time off, state retirement program, wellness program and much more.

For info and to apply:    Detailed job descriptions available at www.scgov.net/Careers.  Only candidates that apply on-line at www.scgov.net/Careers will be considered. Resumes may be attached.  For assistance, please call (941) 861-5806.

About Sarasota:  Sarasota County is a past Winner of the All American County Award from the National Civic League for improving the quality of life.  Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race.  The county also is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses.  Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival.  There are a number of colleges and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States.  Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…All of this makes Sarasota a great place to live and work!

This is a high level management position with responsibility and oversight for all project management staff and performance of the Vertical Facilities Capital Projects, Facility Managers including, but not limited to, design and construction project management of; Fire Station/Emergency Operations Center, libraries, beach parks and restrooms, other park facilities, General Services projects, and renovations/upgrades as applicable.  Oversees design and construction contracts management ensuring construction is performed according to plans, specifications and contract documents.  Demonstrates and advocates the County’s mission, vision and values.  $60,008.00 – $85,009.60 (mid-point)  Medical/dental/life insurance, generous paid time off, state retirement program, wellness program and much more.

For info and to apply:    Detailed job descriptions available at www.scgov.net/Careers.  Only candidates that apply on-line at www.scgov.net/Careers will be considered. Resumes may be attached.  For assistance, please call (941) 861-5806.

About Sarasota:  Sarasota County is a past Winner of the All American County Award from the National Civic League for improving the quality of life.  Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race.  The county also is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses.  Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival.  There are a number of colleges and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States.  Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…All of this makes Sarasota a great place to live and work!

Provides leadership, management and supervision to all aspects of Environmental Services including Stormwater, Water resources, Utilities Planning and Operations, Customer Service Management and Solid Waste. Responsible for activities related to utility planning and projects, stormwater planning, wastewater, account management, utility maintenance, billing and customer service, as well as utility acquisitions. $90,000 – $110,000  Medical/dental/life insurance, generous paid time off, state retirement program, wellness program and much more.

For info and to apply:    Detailed job descriptions available at www.scgov.net/Careers.  Only candidates that apply on-line at www.scgov.net/Careers will be considered. Resumes may be attached.  For assistance, please call (941) 861-5806.

About Sarasota:  Sarasota County is a past Winner of the All American County Award from the National Civic League for improving the quality of life.  Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race.  The county also is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses.  Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival.  There are a number of colleges and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States.  Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…All of this makes Sarasota a great place to live and work!

Provide leadership, management and supervision to all elements of Public Works to include County Engineering, Capital Projects, Environmental Services, General Services, Field Services, and Administration Services. Responsible for activities related to construction projects, maintenance of buildings. utilities, drainage systems, road projects and transportation network planning. Provides communication and coordination between these services and the County Administrator, Assistant County Administrators, Board of County Commissioners and other directors and managers. $93,000 – $130,000  Medical/dental/life insurance, generous paid time off, state retirement program, wellness program and much more.

For info and to apply:    Detailed job descriptions available at www.scgov.net/Careers.  Only candidates that apply on-line at www.scgov.net/Careers will be considered. Resumes may be attached.  For assistance, please call (941) 861-5806.

About Sarasota:  Sarasota County is a past Winner of the All American County Award from the National Civic League for improving the quality of life.  Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota provides 35 miles of world-famous beaches and is host of the annual Offshore Grand Prix boat race.  The county also is home of Oscar Scherer and Myakka State Parks and boasts more than 100 challenging golf courses.  Sarasota is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival.  There are a number of colleges and Money magazine ranked the Sarasota County Public Schools one of the top 100 school systems in the United States.  Unsurpassed beauty… rich cultural offering…diverse educational opportunities…wide-ranging recreational possibilities…All of this makes Sarasota a great place to live and work!

Closing Date: 05/17/13

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, construction or architecture, and ten years experience in building construction, building inspection or engineering of which five years must be in a supervisory/management position.  Must be Certified Building Code Administrator (Building Official) pursuant to Florida Statute – Chapter 468.  Pursuant to Chapter 112, Florida Statutes, incumbent must file annual “Form 1 Limited Financial Disclosure” in the County of residence. Must file a statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) within 30 days of employment and annually by July 1 of each year. Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver’s license. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.  Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.   Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. AA/EOE.  Final candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.

In accordance with Florida Public Records Law all a
pplications/records are open for public inspection.

Please apply on-line at http://www.alachuacounty.us/employment. Please direct inquiries regarding this position to (352) 374-5219.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated in the application process.
Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible
veterans and spouses of disabled veterans.
ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST      TDD (352) 491-4431

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M.F.V.D. 

If you have implemented this system or considered implementing this, please contact Brandon Wagner at wagnerb@hillsboroughcounty.org.

Closing date: 5/9/13

Highly Responsible professional position reporting directly to the Personnel Director and charged with the overall administration, development and direction of the risk management functions.  Includes oversight of self-insurance, commercial insurance, loss control, worker’s compensation, property and casualty claims and safety management.

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field; and five years of professional experience in public sector risk management, or insurance administration.

Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.  Associate of Risk Management (ARM) or ARM-P (Public Entity) preferred.

ADA/MF/EOE

Apply online at www.pascocountyfl.net

Send resume with salary history by mail, facsimile, or electronic file to the following: City of Lake Wales, Human Resources Director, P.O Box 1320, Lake Wales, FL 33859-1320; FAX: 863-679-4272; e-mail: sdavis@cityoflakewales.com. All resumes must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 28, 2013. Resumes and support documents will not be returned. Applicants will be required to sign a waiver authorizing extensive background investigation. Applicants should not contact members of the Lake Wales City Commission during the selection process. For additional information, contact Human Resources Director Sandra Davis at (863) 678-4182. The City of Lake Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minorities to apply. Under the Florida Public Records Act, all applications are subject to disclosure upon receipt. Veterans Preference will be awarded under applicable state and federal law.

Chris Ervin and Hortensia Perez have appointments available on Thursday, May 23 or Friday, May 24 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Take advantage of this opportunity and schedule an appointment today. There may not be appointments available if you wait to sign up at conference.

To schedule an appointment with one of them, please email Lynn Lovallo at llovallo@flcities.com.

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The Public Works Administrator will hire, develop, evaluate, guide and ensure the safety of approximately 110 employees.  The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner in the successful development, review and approval of short and long-range operations within a progressive municipality.  There will also be opportunities to demonstrate professional innovation, to face and overcome challenges unique to this appointment, to direct a diverse unit of skilled and/or licensed employees in order to resolve situations of varying urgency which arise as a result of the nature of the business of public works.

In addition, the Public Works Administrator will be key in the following areas: managing labor/management relations, grievances, collective bargaining and corrective counseling actions; interacting with City staff regarding operational, financial and developmental plans for the city; supervising and contract administration for construction and maintenance projects; approving engineering documents and reviewing building/engineering plans; oversight of departmental purchases and conducting field inspections as necessary to ensure worker success. Formulation and implementation of effective department policies and procedures will be vital to the success of the individual selected for this position.

As the head of Public Works, the successful candidate will frequently participate in speaking engagements, presenting related issues before City Council, commissions and boards, citizen groups, business leaders, contractors, employee groups, other agencies, and the media, and will effectively respond to their questions, complaints and concerns.

The Public Works Administrator position requires a bachelor’s degree with a major in an engineering discipline or another field related to this position, or the equivalent, and eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in a public works or similar technical setting with at least five (5) years in a supervisory capacity.  Preference is given for possession of licensure as a Professional Engineer, and for the possession of water, wastewater and water distribution certifications and licensures.  Requires a valid Florida driver license.

We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.  The pay ranges from $82,606.68 to $125,695.44. Our benefits package is excellent and includes health, dental and disability insurance, life insurance, vacation, sick and paid holidays and a defined-benefit pension plan.

TO APPLY
An Application for Employment can be downloaded from the City’s website at: www.pinellas-park.com/.  Please submit a completed application with any supplemental forms for Veteran’s preference (if applicable), along with a cover letter and résumé via e-mail by May 20, 2013 to: staffingandbenefits@pinellas-park.com

(Applications are considered public documents in Florida)

EEO /DFWP/VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

Our Mission
Provide reliable, cost effective, and responsive water services to our customer while protecting public health and the environment.

Our Vision
“The standard of excellence for responsible water supply stewardship.”

The Position
The Director of Customer Service will be responsible for planning and managing customer service operations, policies and projects. The incumbent will oversee a department of approximately 24 staff responsible for AMI, billing, collections, call center and technical field work to fulfill the mission of the Toho Water Authority.

The successful candidate will possess strong strategizing and excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively manage the day-to-day operations while developing and implementing a strategic vision for Customer Service for the future.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years Customer Service experience with at least 3 of the years in a Director /Manager role.

Hiring range is $80,500 to $110,000 dependent on qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:
Position is open until filled. Complete an electronic Toho Water Authority application and/or upload a comprehensive resume online at www.tohowater.com  (About Us/Career Opportunities).   Please direct questions to Human Resources via email: hr@tohowater.com .

The FLC Center for Municipal Research and Innovation is currently collecting the 2013 CityStats Survey. Every municipality’s participation is vital to producing accurate data. Without updated information from every city and town in Florida, the League is unable to provide helpful resources and research to elected officials and city staff throughout the year.

If your municipality is listed below you HAVE NOT turned in this year’s survey. If your city is listed please take the time to contact the FLC Center for Municipal Research at mbeyrouti@flcities.com or (850)701-3618 to receive instructions on how to easily complete the survey. PLEASE take the time to contribute to improving research on local governments in Florida.

Alford

Financial Planning: Chris Ervin and Hortensia Perez from ICMA-RC will once again be on site at conference to offer personal financial review and planning appointments.  Appointments will be scheduled on Thursday, May 23 or Friday, May 24 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment with one of them, please email Lynn Lovallo at llovallo@flcities.com.

Duties
Manages and oversees the activities of personnel engaged in bus fleet and facilities maintenance. Oversees the activities of personnel. Interview, select, supervise, develop, evaluate, counsel, and if necessary provides or recommends corrective actions. Responsible for contract and policy interpretation, disciplinary matters, and grievance responses by coordinating and facilitating discussions with Human Resources and union representatives.

Develops maintains and administers a comprehensive fleet preventive maintenance program for all vehicles in compliance with FDOT rules; identifies and develops fleet campaigns for correction of defects or upgrades to vehicles and related components. Establishes/monitors productivity and quality control standards for reliability, safety, and cleanliness.

Promotes training, safety, and quality assurance programs and provides updates as necessary. Reviews/ensures compliance with health and safety regulations; performs safety inspections and provides on-going training in safe work methods; investigate accidents and incidents in order to prepare related reports and recommends corrective actions.

Develops/monitors department budget; takes action to correct variances. Prepares a variety of reports for management review such as resource allocation, budget, department activities, status reports, etc.

Performs work in support of administrative activities for inventory control, time reporting, safety and service record maintenance and work orders; perform and/or assist in technical skills training to upgrade individual skills and/or provide instruction on new equipment/methods. Utilizes maintenance software programs to monitor operations, access information, track maintenance trends and run reports. Oversees shop and equipment repair, maintenance and/or installation activities.

Monitors inventory, develops and secures contracts for parts, supplies, services, and equipment which includes determining equipment and supply needs, developing specifications, and overseeing and storing procurement of materials.

Insures department procedures are in compliance with FTA, FDOT and OSHA rules and regulations. Reviews regulatory issues, environmental permits and other compliance issues with various agencies to include ensuring compliance with applicable local, State, and Federal requirements.

Acts as a resource/liaison to various departments, as well as with external contacts. Participates in a variety of internal committees and meetings as requested or assigned.

Other related duties and assignments as directed by the Transit General Manager.

Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required in a field related to transportation, logistics, business management or related field and 4 years of related experience in a transportation industry. Experience may substitute for the required college degree on a year-for-year basis. Some supervisory experience required. A Class “A” or “B” Commercial Drivers License with Passenger and Air Brakes Endorsement is required.

Physical Demands
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening and Random Substance Screenings

This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five years.

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.

EOE/AA/ADA

Highly responsible professional level position managing a procurement staff and associated support functions engaged in the solicitation, acquisition and contracting of goods and services for county-wide operations and major capital projects.

Duties
Solicitation Process Management

• Direct supervision of a team of procurement analysts and technicians responsible for overseeing solicitations including the development and process of a wide array of solicitation types, such as: Invitation for Bids, Requests for Proposals, Invitations for Quotes, Invitations to Negotiate, Cooperative and Intergovernmental Procurements and others as deemed appropriate by the Procurement Official. This also includes the solicitation and acquisition of professional services under Chapter 287 of the Florida State Statutes.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures, including local, state and federal laws.
• Develop and reviews solicitations, recommended awards, amendments, board documents and contract documents related to the formal acquisition process.
• Organizes and chairs proceedings of formal selection committees
• Works intensively with internal business units on prioritizing work for the County and then assigns work to team members. Manages team work load to ensure timely completion to the acquisition process.
• Manages staff through work assignments, performance review process and performance metric
• Develops and facilitates training for staff, internal customers and vendors.
• Mentors, educates and assists colleagues and both internal and external customers in all phases of the acquisition process.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures and standard operating procedures related to solicitations.
• Participates in the continuous procurement improvement plan.
• Develops the strategic sourcing approach and strategy for major commodity and service groups.
• Stays current on public procurement issues and trends.

Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Accounting, Finance, Public or Business Administration or a related field AND four (4) years of related experience. Progressively responsible professional experience in the Procurement field can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education. A Master’s Degree or equivalent may substitute for a year of the required experience. Prior supervisory experience in a procurement team environment is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Strategic sourcing with a prior knowledge base of strategic sourcing software use and tools.

****Current certification by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) at level Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) is required.****

Subject to Passing Substance Screening
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five years.

Job Based Competencies: Progressively responsible supervisory experience in public procurement including the facilitation of complex bids, requests for proposals and the selection of professional service providers under the rules of the Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA).

Sarasota County Government is committed to wellness and successful applicants must be tobacco free for twelve months preceding date of application.

Drug Free Work Environment EOE/AA/ADA

Attends all Board meetings and provides the Board with meaningful dialogue of the issues before them for action; – Identifies significant policies, including providing an analysis of policy implementation, with an administrative and financial impact statement and anticipated effect on the District; – Prepares the District’s budget; – Implements budget directives; – Prepares specifications and coordinating the following services: insurance, independent auditor services, and other services as may be identified from time to time; – Provides all required annual disclosure information to the local government in the County in which the District resides: – Public facilities report, – Designation of registered office and registered agent, Public meeting schedule, and Audited financial statement; – Ensures compliance with the following Florida Statutes: Annual financial audit, Annual Financial Report, Public Depositor Report, Proposed Budget, District Map and Amendments, Public Facilities Report, Registered Agent and Registered Office, and Regular Public Meeting Schedule; – Records all District meetings; – Provides the oath of office and notary public for all newly elected Board members; – Coordinates and provides contract administration for any services provided to the District by outside vendors to: ensure that contract specifications are being met, interface with residents and contractors to ensure anticipated service levels are being provided, prepare contract amendments and change orders that may be necessary, and ensure proper contractor billing is received; – Provides day-to-day management of in-house operations such as: hiring and maintaining a highly qualified staff; coordinating all personnel applications, benefits and payroll and submitting them in an accurate and timely manner; preparing and implementing operating schedules and policies; interfacing with residents to ensure anticipated levels of service are being met; implementing internal purchasing policies; and soliciting bids for services and commodities, as necessary; – Coordinates with residents to determine the types and levels of service to be provided as part of the District’s budget preparations by: identifying new services, expanding areas of existing services, identifying new levels of service, and providing budget recommendations based on findings; – Understands and adheres to all company health and safety procedures as they relate to essential job functions Other duties may be assigned

Required Skills
A can-do, results-oriented attitude. – A commitment to excellence; – A value-added approach to management; – High ethical standards; – Strong focus on excellent customer service; – Strong people skills; – Understands the development process; – Understands bond financing; – Experience with capital financing; – Skilled in governmental budgeting; – Excellent communication skills; – Excellent organizational skills; – Can work independent of supervision; – Excellent listening skills; – Skilled at working with elected boards; – A hands-on management orientation; – Sound understanding of Florida law, as it pertains to public entities. – Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:   Valid driver’s license. Requires extensive travel – up to 50% of the time;   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.   Internal candidates have 6 work days to apply to this position from date of posting.

Required Experience
Master’s degree in public or business administration, or a similar field and 10 years’ experience in city or county government as a manager or assistant manager, or some other high-level local government agency experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular

Please apply online at www.severntrentservices.com

 The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university with major course work in public or business administration and eight years of progressively responsible experience negotiating complex, high-dollar contracts, preferably in a public sector environment.  A proven track record in staff development of both novice negotiators and purchasing professionals is highly valued. A background that includes experience in construction procurement is a plus.  Professional qualification / certification in law, finance, or purchasing is highly desired.

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity click here: CHIEF NEGOTIATOR

Please submit your resume via e-mail to: Careers_exec@broward.org Resumes must be received by 5:00 pm (EST) on the closing date of Friday, May 10, 2013.

Broward County Is An Equal Opportunity Employer And Provider Of Services.

If you have any questions, contact either Lynn Lovallo or Carol Russell at (850) 222-9684.

Come out and support your center by attending the “Poor Man’s Supper.” All money raised will go to support the Center’s activities. The cost to attend is $50. You do not need to attend the whole conference to come to the dinner. You can register at: http://fccma-members.flcities.com/Core/Events/eventdetails.aspx?iKey=FCCMACFLGE&TemplateType=A.

All past supporters of the Center will be recognized. A thank you goes to all who have supported this effort.

The early registration cutoff date is May 6. You can still register onsite but the registration cost will be higher. Don’t miss the conference. The conference planning committee has worked hard to bring a quality program to you.

For more information, contact Lynn Lovallo at llovallo@flcities.com. For conference announcement and registration form, click here.

Women who are interested in applying for a conference assistance scholarship should apply for the Workplace Diversity Scholarship. If the female applicant qualifies, she may apply for a scholarship in another category in addition to the workplace diversity scholarship. A separate application needs to be submitted for each scholarship category.

Scholarship recipients receive:

• Complimentary registration to ICMA’s 99^th annual conference in Boston, MA this September
• A travel stipend to help defray the costs of travel

To be eligible for the ICMA Conference Assistance Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a first-time ICMA Annual Conference attendee
• Be a full-time local government employee (no part-time interns, please)
• Submit a completed application form
• Demonstrate through an essay an avid interest in a career in local government management
• Submit 2 recommendation forms signed by local government managers or administrators who are familiar with your work.

Application materials are due Monday, May 20^th.  Questions regarding ICMA’s Annual Conference Scholarship Program should be directed to flittky@icma.org

Earlier last month I’d spent three hours with 7^th graders at a local middle school helping the civics teacher with the ‘local’ portion of the required civics curriculum.  He’d emailed me some questions about townships from his textbook (yes, a non-Florida textbook) and I’d written back a lengthy set of answers to try and set the Florida perspective.  His students were engaging, enthusiastic and connected with service delivery from their city and county better than many adults do at city and county commission meetings.  They got it.  The light bulbs went off over each head, in each class, and it clicked.  The instructor asked for my notes, which I gladly gave, because as he said, “this part just doesn’t get covered, you know.  We all learn the federal part and I feel pretty good about the state part, but the local part is just so tricky.”  I’ve offered to come back every year – and I stressed again to him that he tell his social studies supervisor to work with the statewide associations who want to work with them on the civics curriculum in Florida – but from whom we’ve never heard (after nearly 20 years of asking).

Why am I back on this soapbox?  The FCCMA is part of the Florida Local Government Coalition, and civics education and civic engagement are one of its goals.  We have 20-plus associations that have embraced the need and are now working on how best to do this – and I know I can count on FCCMA to be part of the work plan.  FCCMA committees, over the years, have contributed case studies, budget models, public meeting scenarios and other teaching tools to the Florida League of Cities’ local government curriculum, and many of you also voluntarily spend time in classrooms, on field trips and at city facility tours helping the public (of any age) engage.  We have to find a way to harness what we’re doing individually into the collective sense – and then get the teachers and supervisors to also engage.

I’ve found my best practice in this, by the way: the reason the students and the intern did connect is the actual service delivery – when you explain what happens when you flush a toilet, put out the trash, have to buy a dog license, dig down below the sidewalk to the pipes or put the traffic light up at an intersection the ‘local government stuff’ becomes personal. Relatable. Real.  I consider these to be fundamental to citizenship and to Florida’s future – so I look forward to working with you on putting the ‘fun’ into that core principle.

If you are a new candidate for the academy series resulting in a “FCRA” (Florida Certified Redevelopment Administrator) or “FCRP” (Florida Certified Redevelopment Professional) designation, fill out the general academy application and submit all required documents at least one month prior to the course date. If you would like to register and pay for a course pending your acceptance as a candidate, you may apply and register at the same time. Please be sure to read all the information in the application, sign the code form and submit the application form to Jan Piland, at jpiland@flcities.com or FAX to her at 850-222-3806.

If you have already been accepted into the academy, and you want to register for a course, please fill out and send in the registration form for that course with payment.

Five courses are required for graduation. To date we have developed three courses core courses, i.e. they must be taken to graduate: Redevelopment 101, Budgeting, Funding and Reporting, and Operations and Capacity Building. The other two courses (we intend to add more courses, online capability, and continuing education credits as budgets allow) are: Redevelopment Real Estate and Incentives.

We offer these five courses throughout the year, at different locations, which will be posted on this page as they are planned. Each course is typically from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., not including the test. We will notify you immediately upon acceptance into the academy, by letter in an email. We will also send you a link that allows access to the course study guide (and or a hard copy) no later than two weeks prior to each course. Computers may or may not be allowed for use during the course. A test is given at the end of the day, and usually takes about one hour. Test scores are emailed to each participant within the month.

We hold annual graduation ceremonies at our annual conference in October, and each candidate receives an official certificate with the official FCRA or FCRP designation.

For more information:  2013 Redevelopment Academy

President
Russ Blackburn, City Manager, Gainesville

President-Elect
Jill Silverboard, Assistant City Manager, Clearwater

Secretary/Treasurer**
Michael Pleus, City Manager, DeLand

Past President
Joyce Shanahan, City Manager, Ormond Beach

District I Director
Lee Garner, City Manager, Chattahoochee

District II Director**
Sally Sherman, Deputy County Administrator, Flagler County

District III Director
Beth Anne Knight, Deputy County Manager, Osceola County

District IV Director
Rich Reade, Sustainability and Public Information Officer, Delray Beach

District V Director
Yocelyn Galiano Gomez, Village Manager, Pinecrest

District VI Director
Judith Zimomra, City Manager, Sanibel

District VII Director
Robert LaSala, County Administrator, Pinellas County

District VIII Director
Paul (Andy) Stewart, Town Manager, Dundee

At-Large Director
Robert (Bobby) Green, City Manager, Auburndale

At-Large Director
Horace McHugh, Assistant City Manager, Oakland Park

At-Large Director
Faye Outlaw, County Administrator, St. Lucie County

** If Mr. Pleus is elected Secretary/Treasurer, a vacancy occurs in District II.  That vacancy becomes a Board appointment.  The district was canvassed for interest in anticipation of the vacancy, and Ms. Sherman applied.  The Board will make the official appointment at the  Saturday, May 25 Board meeting.

The 2013 Public Service Awards of Excellence will be presented to three individuals currently serving in the public or not-for-profit sector, or, whose previous work was predominantly within either the public or not-for-profit sector.

(1)  The Leadership Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has achieved executive leadership status while providing vision and direction for an organization with the prospect of transforming organizational structure over a period of a minimum of two years.

[Examples of this category for recognition are: Elected Officials, Agency Heads, Local Government Administrators, CEO's, GS-15 and above]

(2)  The Management Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has consistently provided effective management and maintained high personal and professional ethical standards within the past two years.

[Examples of this category for recognition are: Department or Division Directors, Assistant Director, Bureau Chief, GS-9 - GS-14]

(3)  The Exemplary Service Achievement Award recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution on a sustained basis for five years or more and whose work ethics and contributions would usually be unknown outside his/her work group or organization.

[Examples of this category for recognition are: Career Service employees, non-exempt, typically behind the scene employees, GS-5 - GS-8]

Public service award nominees may be from any level of government, academia, or the private not-for-profit sector and may include elected officials. Members of the Awards Committee are not eligible for nomination.

The deadline to submit nominations is Wednesday, May 1, 2013. Nominations received after the deadline may not be considered.

For information regarding submittals, please contact: Dale Weeks, NFC ASPA Awards Committee Chair, phone: (850) 591-1076, email: rei89@msn.com.

FULL SALARY RANGE: (Annually) Minimum $123,779 – Maximum $198,064

ISSUE DATE: 01/07/13 FINAL FILING DATE: Wed. 06/12/13 11:59 PM Central Time

To Apply: visit www.myescambia.com/jobs

Escambia County is seeking a County Administrator to administer and carry out the directives and policies of a five (5) member Board of County Commissioners. This position is at the will of the Board of County Commissioners and provides executive leadership and overall direction to the County’s Departments.

Contract duration is negotiable. The candidate is subject to the Tobacco Free Hiring Policy and financial disclosure as required by Ethics laws of Florida. A candidate’s application and documents are public record at the time submitted. This position offers a competitive salary, excellent comprehensive benefits, an automobile allowance and reasonable relocation expenses.

For more information please access the County Administrator Recruitment Profile: County Administrator Recruitment Profile

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration/Business Administration or closely related field and at least seven (7) years of responsible executive level experience in public (government) or private sector management with at least three years overseeing an organization of similar size. Executive level is defined as Director, President, Vice President, local government administration at the level of Bureau Chief, Department Head, Assistant City/County Administrator or City/County Administrator or Manager.

Residency:
Selected candidate must have Escambia County residency upon their first day on the job as required by Florida law.

Applicants must complete the online application with attached cover letter, resume and copy of diploma prior to the close date of 06/12/13. Escambia County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minorities to apply. Veterans’ Preference will be awarded under applicable Florida law.

Escambia County Human Resources, 221 Palafox Place, Suite 200, Pensacola, FL 32502
Phone: 850-595-1479 Fax: 850-595-3020
www.myescambia.com/jobs

Minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred, in public administration/related field and a minimum of five years of municipal administration experience, Florida experience preferred. Candidate must possess expertise in finance and budgeting, staff supervision, and be well versed in technology. Also, the candidate must exhibit an ability to maintain a positive relationship with Town Commission with a strong focus on customer service to residents. The Town is seeking individual with integrity, open and positive communication skills, a strong work ethic and team building skills, and a collaborative style in working with the Town Commission and community. Residency not required. Salary range: $80,000.00 – $110,000. Excellent benefits package.

Please send one (1) electronic submission to abasler@sewallspoint.org. In addition, send seven (7) copies of cover letter, resume, salary history and references to Mayor Thomas P. Bausch, One South Sewall’s Point Road, Sewall’s Point, Florida 34996, by May 10, 2013.

Please note: Under Florida law, when resumes arrive at Town Hall they become public record.

So You Want to be a City/County Manager: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development
ICMA University Workshop: Practice Area 2 – Policy Facilitation
Aging Gracefully: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development
Inspirational Breakfast – My Field of Dreams: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development
Opening General Session – For the Love of Cities: Practice Areas 8 & 12 – Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation & Human Resources Management
Career Development Luncheon – Florida’s Future: Seize It, Don’t Dread It!: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development
Marketing Awareness Campaigns: Delray Beach and New Smyrna Beach: Practice Area 16 – Presentation Skills
Community Values: A Success Story in Obtaining Public Input: Practice Area 8 – Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation
The Lighting Solution that Pays for Itself: A Case Study of Martin County: Practice Area 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning
Alachua County: Community Conversations: Practice Area 8 – Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation
Great Public Places in Florida: Practice Area 4 – Citizen Service
On-site Health Centers: Real Results from a Five-Year Case Study: Practice Area 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning
Rethinking Community: Engage Everyone!: Practice Areas 6 & 8 – Initiative, Risk Taking, Vision, Creativity and Innovation; Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation
Gainesville’s Smartraffic Advance Traffic Management System: Practice Area 4 – Citizen Service
Foreclosures and Abandonment: Understanding the Mortgage Servicing World, Impacts on Cities and Counties and Viable Solutions: Practice Area 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning
General Session – Transforming our Cities and Counties through Art and Design: Practice Areas 4 & 8 – Citizen Service & Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation
Downtown DeLand: A Gathering Place: Practice Areas 3 & 4 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning; and Citizen Service
Trends in Violence: How Can I Feel Safe if I’m Afraid to Walk the Streets?: Practice Areas 8 & 16 – Democratic Advocacy and Citizen Participation; and Media Relations
Investing in America’s WaterSM: Practice Area 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning
Creating an Innovation Economy Platform in a University Community: Practice Area 6 – Initiative, Risk Taking, Vision, Creativity and Innovation
Colleague to Colleague: What are the Ethical Expectations?: Practice Area 17 – Integrity
Getting the Talk Right on the Street: How Branding Unifies Voices to Build Economic Development: – Practice Area 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise and Planning
67 Counties: How Do They Differ and How Are They the Same?: Practice 3 – Functional and Operational Expertise Planning
In Transition: A Time of Challenge, Opportunity and Renewal: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development
Closing Breakfast – No Barriers, Only Solutions: Practice Area 18 – Personal Development

For more conference information, go to: http://www.fccma.org/annual-conference.

Join Jill Silverboard, Assistant City Manager, City of Clearwater;  T. Michael Stavres, Community Services Director, City of Winter Haven; Bobby Green, City Manager, City of Auburndale; and Scott Andrews, Recreation Supervisor, City of Temple Terrace as they discuss this issue  on April 18, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time. This covers ICMA Practice Areas 1 & 18: Staff Effectiveness & Personal Development.

To access the webinar, go to: http://florida.acrobat.com/coaching and select the radio button next to the “Enter as a Guest”.

Dial-In: 1-877-685-5350
Passcode: 461944

This program provides an opportunity for senior-level city and county managers and assistants to experience person and professional renewal. It challenges managers’ conventional ways of thinking, their though processes and the values that drive leadership decisions.

Congratulations Michael!

FCCMA established a policy in 1993 to help full members in the Association who have separated from their local government. FCCMA members are encouraged to hire MITs for special projects and/or interim positions whenever possible.

In 2003, the Florida City and County Management Foundation adopted criteria for a lifesaver award to thank the membership for its support in hiring MITs. The Foundation was dissolved in 2007 and the Association assumed the policy.

To qualify for a lifesaver award the FCCMA member must employ a MIT either on a part-time or full-time basis for up to 90 days. If you have employed a MIT or know a member who has employed a MIT, please email Carol Russell at crussell@flcities.com.

The Village of Palm Springs, incorporated in 1957, encompasses an area of 3.7 sq. miles located approximately two (2) miles south of West Palm Beach.

Palm Springs is a full-service community providing police, public works, water and sewer utilities, planning building and zoning, and municipal administration.  The Village also provides a full complement of leisure services activities including a public library.

The Village’s Charter defines a council/manager form of government with a mayor and four (4) council members elected for two (2) year over-lapping terms.  The manager is appointed by the Village council.

The Village has modern facilities located in a Village Center complex, which contains the police/fire departments, library, leisure services, and all administrative functions.

History
The Village of Palm Springs, located in Central Palm Beach County, is a full-service municipality with a small town atmosphere.  Originally a large dairy farm, the Village has grown from the original 800 homes and a shopping center in 1957 to its present 8,500 homes and defined commercial corridors with a steadily growing diverse population and work centers.

Geography
The Village of Palm Springs encompasses 3.7 sq. miles and is located two (2) miles south of West Palm Beach, in Palm Beach County, Florida.  The corporate limits and future annexation area is bounded by Military Trail to the west, Summit Blvd. to the north, Florida Mango Road to the east, and the northern limits of the City of Atlantis to the south.  Palm Beach County is located on the southeast coast of Florida and extends westward to Lake Okeechobee with a total of 2,230 square miles, including 46 miles of frontage on the Atlantic Ocean.

Climate
The Village of Palm Springs has a tropical climate with an average year round temperature of 84 degrees.  Summers are usually wet; passing afternoon showers occur frequently.  Sea breezes cool the air the rest of the day.  November through April tend to be mostly dry and quite pleasant.

Demographics
The Village of Palm Springs is diverse for its small footprint; fifty-four percent Hispanic, thirty-six percent White, and ten percent Black or African American.

Government
The Village of Palm Springs was incorporated as a political subdivision of the State of Florida in 1957.  The Village operates under the council/manager form of government.  The council consists of a mayor and four (4) council members.  Non-partisan elections are held every two (2) years with over lapping terms.  A vice mayor and mayor pro tem are selected each year by the council members.  Council meetings are held twice a month to set policy and carryout legislative matters of the Village.  The council appoints the village manager.  Both elected officials and staff are dedicated to making the Village a better place to live.

The Village manager oversees the day-to-day operations, and is responsible for directing all Village employees.

The current General Fund Budget is $13.7 million and the Utility Enterprise Fund Budget is $15.5 million, for a total budget of $29.2 million. The Village millage rate is 3.5 for Fiscal Year 2012/13.

The Issues
Over the past several years, the Village has experienced losses in Ad valorem revenue due to the housing collapse and the recession.  Property tax values have dropped from a high of $975 million in Fiscal Year 2008 to the current $548 million for this budget year.

Village staff has worked diligently to right-size the governmental entity to fit the economic realities.  This adjustment has required reassigning tasks and duties along with outsourcing to maximize services without increasing the tax rate.  All aspects of the Village government are constantly under consideration for changes that will result in insuring the quality of life in the service-oriented community.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the Village of Palm Springs, expertise in a wide variety of municipal operations and an energetic attitude.  The manager will be someone with a strong management and financial background as well as excellent communication skills and a positive track record of achievement.  This individual will be someone of high integrity whom the elected officials, the staff, and residents implicitly trust.  He/she will deal with today’s challenges and recognize the importance of long range/strategic planning.

This individual will provide the Village council with the information it needs to make informed decisions, which includes recommendations that are logical and sensible.

He/she will be someone who delegates, mentors, and strives to build a cohesive team.  The ideal candidate will know how to balance the workings of staff, monitoring performance and allowing them the latitude to do their own jobs.  The individual will place a very strong emphasis on customer service and have outstanding people skills.  The Village is a small community and residents expect their officials to be available and communicative. He/she will believe in a transparent government, be involved in the community and focused on providing the best possible services at a reasonable cost.

The manager will have strong negotiation skills, be politically savvy, but not politically involved, and have a good sense of humor.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in administration, management, or a related field is preferred.  The ideal candidate will have a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in local government management.

Confidentiality
Under Florida’s public records act, once an application is submitted, it is deemed a public record.  As a practical matter, we generally do not divulge applicant names until after the closing date.  We do not expect extensive media coverage of this search or its progress.

How to Apply
Submit a completed Village of Palm Springs employment application, which can be found on our website at vpsfl.org, with a resume and supporting documentation to Lynette Levy, Executive Assistant, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs, FL  33461 before 4:30 p.m. on May 10, 2013.  Direct any questions to Mrs. Levy at 561/434-5081 or llevy@vpsfl.org.

The Process
Applications will be screened between May 15 and June 1, 2013.  Interviews with the Village council will follow after finalists are selected.  Employment by July is anticipated.

Transparency – it’s not just records, sunshine laws, financial reporting or the latest craze. A lack of information can create a perception that something is being hidden and erode trust in government. One way to combat this perception is to embrace transparency. Transparency requires a cultural shift in an organization, as well as concrete plans for an effective communication strategy to implement it. This session will answer the following questions. What happens when the leadership of an organization does not support a transparent culture? How do you create an effective communication strategy to enhance transparency? What do you do if your efforts are not improving confidence in government? What are the benefits of incorporating transparency into your organization’s culture? What are the consequences of not incorporating transparency into your organization’s culture? The session will include best-management practices and concrete examples of how you can incorporate transparency into your office or organization. A panel of experts will include Jonathan Lewis, City Manager, City of North Port; Tracy Miller, Florida Regional Director/Technology Director, Alliance for Innovation; Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Former City Manager, Town of Palm Beach and City of Sunrise; and Francine Ramaglia, Assistant Village Manager, Village of Wellington. This webinar series is presented by the Florida Association of City Clerks (FACC) and the John Scott Dailey Florida Institute of Government. Registration forms and online registration are available at www.floridaclerks.org. Space is limited. For more information, contact Liane Schrader at 850-222-9684 or lschrader@flcities.com.

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Sarasota – Contact Serena West at swest@flcities.com
Destin – http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/bookEvent/A332463
Orlando – http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/bookEvent/A332464
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Ft. Lauderdale – http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/bookEvent/A332466

A technical accounting position covering all phases of the account maintenance and post transaction auditing for Special Assessment and Accounts Receivable programs.  Primary function involves directing the activities required to ensure file correction cycle is completed in an accurate and timely manner for certified non ad-valorem assessment rolls.

Will provide general supervision to Assessment Correction Clerk, will schedule and coordinate corrections to assessment rolls through Tax Collector’s office, assist in preparing and maintaining government assessment roll, review travel vouchers in compliance with Authority travel policy, prepare payment requests for CMPA program, review WIMS transactions, provide supervision  for A/R staff in absence of A/R Supervisor.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Accounting or related discipline. Minimum (3) three years governmental accounting experience and at least (2) two years supervisory responsibilities. Knowledge of local government accounting and auditing principals. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software EFinancePlus.

EOE/DFWP

The conference will open with the opening general session – For the Love of Cities. Author Peter Kageyama looks at what makes cities lovable, what motivates citizens to do extraordinary things for their places and how some cities use that energy to fill in the gaps that “official” city makers have left when resources disappear. Peter will speak about how we can turn peoples’ emotional engagement with their place into tangible action and use that excitement and energy as a much needed community development resource.

Friday’s General Session topic is Transforming our Cities and Counties through Art and Design. Candy Chang is an artist, designer and urban planner who makes cities more comfortable for people. A Senior TED Fellow, Chang is passionate about redefining the ways we share information in public space to improve our neighborhoods. The Atlantic

calls her recent work, Before I Die, “one of the most creative community projects ever.” Chang’s experiences working with residents, community organizations, companies and governments in communities around the world on projects ranging from street vendors’ rights to downtown revitalization give her presentations a unique perspective for improving lives.

Saturday’s Closing Breakfast topic is  No Barriers, Only Solutions. South African-born Neal Petersen is a world-class professional solo racing yachtsman, global investor, award-winning author of Journey of a Hope Merchant and the subject of a PBS documentary. Petersen has completed two amazing journeys in his life: a single-handed yacht race around the world, nine months at sea, in a yacht he designed and built himself; and the even more arduous and eventful trip of overcoming racial prejudice, poverty and a childhood physical disability in Apartheid South Africa. As he shares his riveting life story and philosophy, Neal’s personal message and unique delivery will open the mind, inspiring listeners to break down barriers and tackle adversity head-on. Neal demonstrates that, with determination and hard work, you can achieve any goal.

There are two pre-conference sessions: The So You Want to be a City/County Manager? will be held on Wednesday, May 22 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. and Navigating Successful Working Relationships with Elected Officials will be held on Wednesday, May 22 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. There is no charge for the So You Want To Be session. There is a fee of $80 for the Navigating Successful Working Relationships session and the session is limited to the first 40 people.

Other session titles/topics include: I can See Clearly Now: Retirement Planning Made Simple; Marketing Awareness Campaigns; Community Values; Community Conversations; Great Places in Florida; Rethinking Community: Engage Everyone!; Smartraffic Advanced Traffic Management System; Downtown: A Gathering Space and Hub of Activity; Trends in Violence: How Can I Feel Safe if I’m Afraid to Walk the Streets? Ethics: They Really Do Matter!; 67 Counties: How Do They Differ and How Are They The Same?; The Future of Credentialing; In Transition: A Time of Challenge, Opportunity and Renewal; Maintenance of Foreclosure Properties; Community Branding and Team Development; On-site Health Centers; Retrofitting Parks Lighting; and Current and Future Water Needs (Water/Wastewater Infrastructure).

ICMA practices will be published next week for planning conference schedules.

For more information go to: http://fccma.org/annual-conference/.  The hotel reservation cut-off date is April 26, 2013.

Most of the keynote and featured speakers have been confirmed. The lineup represents a variety of values and messages.  At all times ICMA’s goal of “Best Conference ever” was kept in mind!!

Sunday Keynote – Amy Cuddy.   Dr. Cuddy is a professor at the Harvard Business School and speaks about communication, particularly non verbal signals and ways of presenting oneself for success.   This is a focus on personal development and is a strong message for all and particularly women in the professional world.  It will be a nice kick off to the conference.

Monday Keynote – Daniel Pink.   Mr. Pink is an author who spoke in Pittsburgh in 2007 about the right brain and creativity.  His current book is about marketing and messaging.   He got very high marks in Pittsburgh and ICMA is glad to be bringing him back for a return engagement.

Wednesday Keynote – Burt Jacobs from Life Is Good Company.  Mr. Jacobs is a humorous,, uplifting and positive presenter.  He will have everyone leaving in a “feel good” place.  A nice side note – Mr. Jacobs asks that his full fee be donated to the Life is Good charitable foundation.

Monday Featured Speaker – Marty Linsky.  Mr. Linsky is a former legislator, gubernatorial aide and reporter.  He is now a renowned consultant, author and teacher.   He will speak about leadership.

ICMA hopes to see all of you there.

Committee assignments are now two-year assignments except for the Conference Planning Committee. There are a limited number of openings available. Committee signups will be available in the next newsletter.

This article was originally published in the May 2011 Manager newsletter to recognize Dick Simmons’ 60 years of service to FCCMA.

By Ann Toney-Deal

Setting the Stage
In 1823, Florida’s territorial Governor, Andrew Jackson, assigned two men to ride their horses, one from Pensacola and the other from St. Augustine, and where they met would be the location of the new state capitol.  The rider from St. Augustine was Dr. W. H. Simmons, an ancestor of our very own Richard G. (Dick) Simmons.  Little did Dr. Simmons know at that time that he would not be the only one in his family “riding the ranges” of Florida. Arguably, the impact of his descendant, while not as historic, is and will continue to play a crucial role in many of Florida’s local governments for generations to come.

Dick Simmons’ role in Florida government is tightly woven into the founding fabric of the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA). This year it is an honor to celebrate 60 years of his tireless service to our great organization.

In the Beginning…
Dick Simmons was born on August 6, 1928. He graduated from Osceola High School in 1946. He played football for the Osceola High School Cowboys and his proudest moment of that year was that the Cowboys beat St. Cloud in the biggest game of the season. Dick received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration and Masters of Arts Degree from the University of Florida.  It is interesting to note that he had initially applied for and was accepted to the University of Florida Law School, but after only one day of classes, he talked to an advisor about a Public Administration related Master’s Degree which was, in turn, customized for him.

Happy Trails
Dick’s first job in local government management was as an administrative assistant for his hometown of Kissimmee.  Next, after graduate school, he was an Assistant City Manager in Melbourne (1951-1952). In 1952-1953 he was selected as an Administrative Resources Intern for the City of Phoenix, Arizona. This is perhaps the best known Public Administration Internship program in the country. During his time in Phoenix, Barry Goldwater was on the City Council.

Upon completion of the Phoenix internship in 1953, Dick became the Chief Administrative Officer of Eau Gallie. From there he went to be the City Manager of Melbourne. Then in 1955, he was called to duty in the United States Air Force and was stationed at Patrick Air Force Base.

Dick, and anyone who knows him, agrees that the best decision he ever made was when he asked Kay Upson, a beautiful, smart, FSU graduate and school teacher, to marry him. They were married in 1955. Dick and Kay have two children, Sandra and Susan. Sandra graduated from FSU and is an administrator with the Social Security Administration. Sandra and her husband have one son, Christopher, who upon graduation from college was employed by a Public Relations Agency in Washington, D. C.  Dick recently said with pride and laughter in his voice, “He’s going to be a politician, I’m afraid.”  Susan, graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic and following in her mother’s footsteps, became a teacher. She and her husband have two daughters, Amy and Angela. Amy is a nurse and Angie works in marketing.

Upon Dick’s return to civilian life, he accepted the position of City Manager for the City of Haines City in 1956.  In 1959, Dick became the City Manager of Winter Park. Notable about his appointment was that he was the ninth manager in ten years, but he stayed in Winter Park for eight years before returning to his pre-military job as City Manager of Melbourne.

In 1969, he became the City Manager of West Palm Beach where he served until his retirement in 1985. Dick has been credited for bringing financial stability and the necessary infrastructure planning that was and is the foundation of the many successes of West Palm Beach today.

When Dick announced his retirement from West Palm Beach, he and Kay also announced that they were moving back to Kissimmee to spend their “retirement” years. The ink was barely dry on Dick’s retirement notice to the West Palm Beach officials, when a representative of the City of Kissimmee contacted him about a then-vacant City Manager position in his hometown.  Dick and Kay discussed the proposition and Dick promised Kay that he would be the City Manager there as long as it was “fun.”  He further promised that when it was no longer fun he would really retire.  Dick was true to his word; and in 1987, he left the employment of Kissimmee to restart his retirement years.

This phase of retirement, while longer than the one between West Palm Beach and Kissimmee, was also short lived. Two years later, in 1989, he was hired as a part-time manager for the City of Davenport. Because this was a short drive from Kissimmee and was a part time position, it was a win-win for both Dick and the City.  Dick continued in his position in Davenport until 1992. He REALLY did retire from local government management at that time, but in true “Dick Simmons tradition,” he was far from through.

Trail Blazer
Over the years, Dick has been known nationwide for his hiring and training of young administrators. In fact, in 1977, ICMA awarded him the L. P. Cookingham Award for Career Excellence. Each year one manager in the nation is selected for this prestigious award that “recognizes an outstanding local government administrator who has made a significant contribution to the career development of new talent for professional local government management.” It is the opinion of this writer, that had Dick been born before Mr. Cookingham, Mr. Cookingham would have been awarded the Richard G. Simmons Award!

Dick knew no boundaries and found no glass ceiling that shouldn’t be shattered. He sought to hire and train the brightest and best, and understood the outright need and obligation as a professional manager to recruit young professionals regardless of race, creed, color, or college affiliation. And yes, he did hire people who went to FSU.  The one thing that all of Dick’s assistants and interns shared, was that when they went to work for Dick, they became a part of his and Kay’s family. That priceless relationship did not stop when the assistant or intern took their next job.

The young professionals who were lucky enough to have Dick as a mentor are too numerous to mention, and that list alone would dominate this article. However, there are many of note who have been or still are in local government management:  Laura Blackmon (first female Assistant City Manager to be FCCMA President); Tom Bradford; Ron Davis (first African American City Manager in Florida); Joseph Gallegos (first Hispanic FCCMA president); Ed Gladfelder;  Brian Gore; Ken Hammons (FCCMA President); Travis Kilgore; George Knoblock; Patrick Miller; Byron Moore; Les Murdock; Paul Nicoletti; Mike Sittig (Executive Director of the Florida League of Cities); Jack Noble; and Ann Toney-Deal (first female City Manager to be FCCMA  President).

Dick has often related that there were many times in his career when his City could not afford assistants, so he would hire interns who would work their “fingers” off for very little money just for the professional experience.  He was right, and many went on to not only make Dick proud but to become testaments to the city management profession.

Dick recently shared some “words of wisdom” for local government managers that we all should heed:

1)     The old Boy Scout motto works well.  “Be prepared” (for anything; for you never know what might come up next).

2)     Pick the smartest and best to work for you. They won’t let you down and will make you look good to the Council. You are the high-priced go between (between the Council and the employees). If they do a good job, the Council is happy and gets re-elected.  This is as close as you should get to favoring elected officials.

3)     Have a tough skin!

Dick has been formally recognized by his peers over the years.  In 1962-1963 he served as President of FCCMA.  In addition to the 1977 L. P. Cookingham Award, Dick received the 2001 Distinguished Service Award from ICMA.  Most notably Dick has been serving the State of Florida as an ICMA Range Rider since 1993. The “Ever Ready Bunny” has absolutely nothing on Dick Simmons.  Dick keeps going and going and going. The profession of local government management is better because of Dick Simmons. Many of us are fortunate enough to have worked for him, but countless scores of us know Dick as a mentor, friend and just an all-around nice guy.

Thank God for nice guys, and thank God for Richard G. (Dick) Simmons. We will only know “the tip of the iceberg” of his contribution to local governments and local government managers in Florida during our careers.

Cowboy Hats off to Dick for 60 remarkable years!!!

Dick joined FCCMA in 1951 and was an active member until the day he died. Dick started his public service career in Kissimmee as an administrative assistant. He then served in Melbourne, West Palm Beach, again in Kissimmee and then finally retired from Davenport in 1992.

After his retirement from public service, he served FCCMA for 20 years as a range rider. He retired from riding the range last July and became range rider emeritus. At the 2012 conference he was awarded the President’s Award for all of his service. This is one of FCCMA’s most prestigious awards.

Dick started an internship program in West Palm Beach and always worked to assist the emerging leaders. There is a large group of current FCCMA members who started their careers with Dick. Many of them went on to become presidents of the Association.

Visitation will be 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 22 at Osceola Memory Gardens Funeral Home, Kissimmee Chapel. Services to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 23 at First United Methodist Church of Kissimmee.

The speakers are:

· Stan Geberer, Senior Associate, Fishkind & Associates

· Gregory J. Oravec, former City Manager & CRA Director, Port St. Lucie

· James Carras, Principal, Carras Community Investment, Inc.

· Sheryl Dickey, President, Dickey Consulting Services, Inc.

This session will be held Friday, March 29, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Jaco Pastorius Community Center in Oakland Park. The cost is $35 and includes lunch.

For a registration form or to register online, go to: http://fccma.org/onsite-training/.

For any questions regarding this training or future trainings, contact Carol Russell at (850) 222-9684 or crussell@flcities.com.

This event will be held at the Annual Conference on Thursday, May 23 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. This is an additional fee of $35 to attend the luncheon.

The winning district will not only have bragging rights, they will also be able to donate the prize money to the charity of their choice. This fun-filled night is family friendly, so we encourage you to bring your entire crew. When the District Games end, the night will still be young. Our D.J. will be playing your favorite songs from the past as well as today’s chart toppers. We hope to see you there, for a time you will not soon forget.

Pre-registration and a separate registration fee of $35 are required.

For conference registration information, go to: http://fccma.org/annual-conference/.

FCCMA would like to thank Norton Bonaparte for his willingness to share his story at two previous trainings.

This year, FCCMA has teamed up with Orlando Convention Aid to help you make the most of your time in Orlando. Available discounts include restaurants, golf, attractions, nightlife, shopping and much more. Each listing offers detailed information and discount coupons that can be printed. They can also make your dinner reservation, book your group dinner party or event. This web site will help you plan your time during your stay in Orlando.

Just click on the golden ticket to:

• Purchase, discounted attraction tickets!
• Receive, discounts to fantastic restaurants and make dinner reservations!
• Enjoy complimentary cocktails at some of Orlando’s best nightlife!
• Play great golf at a discount!
• Shop at Orlando’s most exclusive stores and outlets with discounts!
• Rent cars and make use of other great services all with fantastic discounts!

This web site will help you plan your time in Orlando and SAVE MONEY!

Be sure to check out the coupons available and just call the Orlando Convention Aid at (407) 248-8629 if it can help you in any way!

This conference will take a look at creating buy-in for internal customers and soliciting advocates for your programs and services through confidence in metrics. There will be a number of outstanding speakers this year. The opening keynote speaker will be David Ammons from the University of North Carolina and author of Municipal Benchmarks.

The pre-conference workshop on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 will explore the challenges of mining your own best practices and the ripple effect on the organization. The workshop “Looking at Best Practices n Internal Service Areas and the Impact on the Organizations Function” is a half-day and designed to be an interactive session with a limited class size.

To register for the conference or the pre-conference workshop, please go to: http://bit_lyFBC_Training.

Other things ICMA is asking for:

• Members should invite an MIT to lunch or breakfast.
• Members should serve on a committee or task force. 
• Members are being asked to sponsor a local management fellow.  ICMA supports their training. 
• Members should contribute to the Fund for Professional Management or the Life, Well Run Campaign.
• Members can mentor a member from the Emerging Leaders Program.
• Members should participate in CityLInks. 

 Lee Feldman is asking each member to pick one of the above volunteer opportunities and become involved.

It’s a Pitney Bowes DM 525 Digital Mailing System and is Factory Certified.  This is a 66 month lease that started on July 13, 2011 and runs through January 13, 2017.  The monthly amount is $324 which is billed quarterly ($972).

Specs:
IntelliLink Interface/PSD for DM500-DM1100
INVIEW Accounting – 50 accounts
70 lb Interfaced Weighing
Green 70 lb Interfaced Weighing factory certified
Green 70/149 lb weighing platform factory certified
Green DM500 Series WOW module
IntelliLink subscription

Service level agreement – tier 2 – provides standard SLA plus training and printhead replacement
Soft-Guard Subscription – provides postal and carrier  updates
IntelliLink subscription/meter rental – provides simplified billing and includes postage resets
Purchase power credit line

If anyone is interested, please contact me.  Much thanks.

Laura J. Hannah, Village Manager
Village of Golf
21 Country Road
Village of Golf, FL  33436
561-732-0236 (o)
561-732-7024 (f)

This year the districts will compete in several different games for points. The district that wins the District Games will select a charitable organization to which their donations will be given.

Are you smarter than a youth? We will need a young person from each of the eight districts to compete in this game. Each participant will receive a prize and questions will be geared to the ages represented.

A full buffet will be served; the cost is included in your registration, and FCCMA has engaged the same DJ as last year to continue the evening fun.

Coming to Conference? Plan on attending this event with the family and staying over to hear the Saturday speaker.

1. Confirm that you are eligible. See icma.org/credentialedmgr or contact credentialing@icma.org
2. Complete the Applied Knowledge Assessment at webassessor.com/aka
3. Complete the credentialing application at icma.org/credentialing.

For those of you who are credentialed managers and have questions about course tracking, here is a suggestion on how to track your courses. While it’s true that the online credentialing system does not yet have the capability to automatically list the ICMA courses that members have taken, the Credentialing Advisory Board strongly encourages people to track what they did and what they learned throughout the year so they aren’t scrambling at the end of the year to put everything together. Many Credentialed Managers have found it easiest to keep a Word document on their computer, edit it throughout the year, and then upload it to icma.org/credentialing for submission before the annual report deadline. They may also save the in-progress document to the website periodically as a backup.

The first session will be held March 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time at the EOCC Training Facility in Palm Beach Gardens. The topic for the session is “Treasure Coast Leading Practices.” Representatives from West Palm Beach, Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Gardens, St. Lucie County and Wellington will make presentations on innovative approaches to delivering local government services.

The last session will be held March 29, from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Jaco Pastorius Community Center in Oakland Park. The topic is “Florida’s Economic Outlook—How to Jump Start Your Local Economy.” Stan Geberer, Senior Associate of Fishkind & Associates; Gregory Oravec, former Port St. Lucie city manager; James Carras, Principal of Carras Community Investment; and Sheryl Dickey, President of Dickey Consulting Services will provide an economic review of Florida and its southeast region, including trends (employment, population, economic recovery and the housing markets); review of the various industries impacting our economy; and impact of the growth of the Latin American/Caribbean markets.

For registration information and how to register online, go to: http://fccma.org/onsite-training/.

This ICMA University Workshop will be held as a pre-conference session at the FCCMA Annual Conference on May 22, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Hilton Orlando.

A separate registration fee of $80 is required and registration is limited to the first 40 people.

Join  John Flint, Weston City Manager; Stephen Spratt, Director of Municipal Services, Government Services Group; and Carl Schwing, Bonita Springs City Manager as they discuss this issue  on March 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time. This covers ICMA Practice Areas 11 & 12: Financial Analysis & Human Resources Management.

To access the webinar, go to: http://florida.acrobat.com/coaching and select the radio button next to the “Enter as a Guest”. 

Dial-In: 1-877-685-5350
Passcode: 461944

Hendry County (population 39,134) is located in Central South Florida within 2 hours of 11 million people.  State Road 80 provides a connecting corridor from 1-75 on the west through the County’s two cities of LaBelle and Clewiston to I-95 on the east.  U.S. Highway 27, a four-lane divided highway, originating in Miami and continuing out of state, passes through the County and brings thousands of people through Hendry County every day. 

Hendry County is a place for those who love the outdoors.  The peaceful environment provides for an abundance of year-round outdoor activities – boating, canoeing, fishing, hunting, bird-watching, hiking and biking.  Clewiston (population 7,161) provides access to Lake Okeechobee, the second largest freshwater lake in the United States, which boasts record bass fishing year after year.   The Intracoastal Waterway leaves Lake Okeechobee and heads west to the Gulf of Mexico, a 77-mile journey traveling through the County seat of LaBelle (population 4,628).   At the edge of the Everglades, in southern Hendry County, Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation offers insight to the Seminole culture through their world class Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and Billie Swamp Safari Eco-Tours.

The agricultural economy is predominant in Hendry County.   Tens of thousands of acres of sugar cane, orange groves and state-of-the-art manufacturing plants create food products for the rest of the world. Hendry County has the largest Enterprise Zone (389.6 square miles) in the State of Florida, and is designated a Rural Area of Critical Economic Concern.  The County government, residents and the business community are united in their efforts to improve the economy and quality of life in Hendry County.

The County Administrator serves under the direction of the Hendry County BoCC and is responsible for the administration and day-to-day operations of all departments under the BoCC with the exception of the County Attorney’s Office.  The County Administrator is required to carry out the directives and policies of the BoCC and to enforce all orders, resolutions, ordinances, and regulations of the board.  The County Administrator directs a staff of approximately 120 employees.

Current county departments include the following: Department of Public Safety (including Emergency Management, E-911, Volunteer Fire Departments, and Emergency Medical Services); Public Works (including Engineering, Planning and Zoning, Building Licensing and Code Enforcement, Road & Bridge, Utilities, Airports, and Special Districts); County Administration (including Human Resources, Purchasing and Veterans Services); Facilities Maintenance (including Building Maintenance, Mail and Custodial Services); and Office of Management and Budget (including Grants and Special Projects, Social Services, SHIP, and Harlem Library.)

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $135,000.  The final salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience.  A comprehensive benefits package is also provided. 

The minimum qualifications for the position include a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university and a minimum of five years of management experience.  A Master’s Degree in Public Administration from an accredited college or university is preferred.  If not a current resident of Hendry County, relocation to Hendry County within six months of appointment is required.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and completed county employment application.  The application form and additional information relating to experience and qualifications is available from our website, www.hendryfla.net or by contacting David Hoes, HR Director, at 863-675-5352 or by e-mail at dhoes@hendryfla.net.  The position will remain open until filled, but for first consideration applications should be received by April 1, 2013.

HENDRY COUNTY B.O.C.C.  IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
HENDRY COUNTY B.O.C.C. IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
HENDRY COUNTY PARTICIPATES IN THE E-VERIFY PROGRAM

Overview: The Young Professionals Leadership Institute (YPLI) is an intensive 2-day program that is a special offering for young professionals, preceding the ICMA Regional Summits in the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, Mountain Plains and West Coast Regions. 

The cost is $99.

Who Should Attend

• Assistants
• Assistant Managers
• Those who are beginning their career path in local government

Full program details and registration information at: icma.org/YPLI

It is no secret that gratefulness is correlated with life satisfaction and happiness. Countless research findings, particularly in the rapidly emerging field of Positive Psychology, have shown that gratefulness and life satisfaction go hand in hand.  Those who tend to be more grateful rather than bitter are generally more positive, more satisfied with their lives, and will be able to see the silver lining even on cloudy days.

Despite this intuitive understanding of the importance of gratefulness, all too often when life throws us curve balls, this grateful mindset all but disappears. It certainly is easier to be grateful when you are on a winning team and things go in your favor. However, the true test of resiliency and gratefulness is when life does not go your way. If you find yourself losing more than you are winning, and can’t seem to get over past regrets, disappointments and life’s injustices, gratefulness is overturned by a sense of injustice. Experiencing loss, frustration and even trauma, especially if we feel blindsided, certainly can make it difficult not to indulge in negative feelings.  After all, we might wonder, when things go wrong what really do we have to be grateful about? 

No matter what happens to us, if we “dig deep” we often can find that there is really plenty to be thankful for in our lives. The following are the 10 top habits of people who remain steadfast in their ability to be grateful, and can temper the blows life gives them with an unwavering “attitude of gratitude” mindset:

1. Grateful people don’t expect that life is going to give them everything they deserve.  They realize that good things do not always happen to good people, and they have given up the notion that life “owes them” anything more than it can offer.  Cancer, afflictions, and even the death of innocent people are unfortunately part of life. Tsunamis and natural disasters can wipe out even a community of unsuspecting people, and the unfairness of life is regrettable and tragic for sure. The question is not if life is unfair, but can we move on in spite of it.
2. They do not have preconditions to their happiness. They do not think “If this happens”  only then “I will be happy.” They understand happiness is not coming from the outside, but from within. They focus more on their adjustment to what happens rather than try to change what can not be changed.They do not attempt to micromanage people and things in their lives that are not really in their control.
3. People who are grateful have realized that you can not have the rainbow without the rain. Furthermore, they know that you don’t have honey without the bee, and you can’t  have the rose without the thorns. They see rainy days as a normal part of life rather than an aberration, and learn from the rain rather than just wait for it to go away. They admire the beauty of the rose even though it has its thorny side, and savor the sweet taste of honey even though the bee can sting. Realizing you can not have one without the other, they are grateful for both.
4. Grateful people have hope. No matter what happens, hope is not lost. They realize the future is uncertain, and while they plan for it, they do not try to micromanage outcomes that are beyond their sphere of influence. They take comfort in the fact that once the sun sets, it rises the next day. They have faith that there is more to life. They hack life rather than feel hacked by life.
5. Those who are steeped in bitterness and grudges have no space in their heart to be grateful. Forgiving your spouse for not being as understanding as you would have been, forgiving your children for making choices that would not have been your own, and giving up the grudge of a slight or injustice from a friend, are all parts of the gratitude equation. Forgive others for not acting or being like you had hoped. Maybe you need to set limits on your interaction with them, or distance yourself altogether as in the case of abuse, but carrying the torch of bitterness is going to hurt you more than them. As Buddha said, “Holding onto anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.”
6. People who are grateful know that a grateful attitude takes work. Gratefulness does not always come naturally, especially in the most challenging times.  In such times, grateful people work on keeping a good perspective.  They might read affirmations, seek support form others, get help for their sadness or anxiety. Some will seek counseling and do not shy away from the effort it takes.
7. Grateful people have healthy thinking habits. They go by the motto, “Think Straight – Feel Great!”  They can separate their perceptions from the facts and separate rational from victim-like irrational ways of thinking. For example, they will replace victim self- talk such as “They make me so mad” to victor self-talk such as “I was mad when they did that.”  All-or-nothing irrational thinking such as “It’s awful” and “I can’t stand it” is reserved for the most life threatening circumstance, rather than everyday petty annoyances and slights.
8. Grateful people are flexible in their thinking. People who think flexibly are at an advantage in life, as flexibility is the key to growth and wisdom. They don’t cling stubbornly with ways of thinking that do not work, and do not need to see a shift in attitude as meaning a personal defeat and referendum of how wrong they used to be. They realize they can choose their perceptions and have a right to change their minds. With this mentality, the doors that close yield others that  now become open.
9. People who love to learn tend to be grateful. Each setback or unforeseen life event offers us lessons, and grateful people focus more on the lessons they can get out of each situation rather than the disappointments. After all, life is a great teacher and teaches us things that no one ever could. Even mistakes and failures are seen as learning opportunities.
10. Grateful people define their self worth by their determination and their dreams, not their regrets and disappointments. A grateful mindset has no room for excessive self-recrimination and low self esteem. People who are stuck in past regrets and see themselves as losers in life or as having failed badly in even certain areas of their lives will not be able to be truly grateful. Positive self esteem sets the foundation for gratefulness. So if you are down on yourself, this is a time to get a mental health tune up!

How about starting a Gratefulness campaign in your own life?  Start now by writing down at least 10 things you are thankful for. How about sharing some of them by commenting below?

(By the way…thanks for reading. I am very grateful!)

1. The link to the article: http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/the-10-top-habits-of-grateful-people-even-in-tough-times.html.
2. Reprinted with permission of the author. Copyright Judy Belmont, all rights reserved.
3.  About the Author: Judy Belmont, MS, LPC is a psychotherapist and national speaker on mental and emotional wellness. She is a member of the National Speakers Association and American Society for Journalists and Authors. She is a frequent media source on psychological and personal development issues, and is the co-author of the recently released “The Swiss Cheese Theory of Life.” Judy’s Emotional Wellness For Positive Living blog/website is www.judybelmont.com, and she can be found on Facebook and Twitter @judybelmont. email at Judybelmont@emotionalwellnessforlife.com.

The theme this year is “Hitting the Refresh Button.” Session topics include:

• “The 3 R’s of DAO’s (role, relationship, responsibilities of deputies, assistants and others)”
• “Is it time to go or is it time just to change your view.” A Tale of Two Managers
• “Luck is when Opportunity Meets Preparation”
• “Today’s Fire:   What’s it like in the Hot Seat?”
• “Hitting the Refresh Button: Passion for Continuous Improvement Both for your Organization and for Yourself”
• “Hints from the Range”

If you are interested in attending, go to: http://fccma.org/annual-conference/ and complete the registration form. If you have any questions, contact Lynn Lovallo at llovallo@flcities.com.

The 2013 Award Categories are as follows:
Career Excellence recognizes an outstanding local government administrator who has fostered representative democracy by enhancing the effectiveness of local elected officials and by consistently initiating creative and successful programs. Eligibility: Voting member of FCCMA with a minimum of 10 years senior-level management experience. Requires the endorsement of a past or present elected official or a voting member of the Association.

The Michael J. Roberto Award for Career Development will be presented to a voting FCCMA member who has made a significant contribution to the development of new talent in professional local government management (internships, mentoring, etc.). This award is a memorial to Mike Roberto, a past president of the FCCMA, and a recognized leader in the development of public management careers.

An Assistant for Excellence in Leadership will be presented to a local government management professional who has made significant contributions toward excellence in leadership while serving as an assistant (regardless of title) to a chief local government administrator or department head. Eligibility: FCCMA member and endorsement of CAO. Must be a full-time assistant reporting to a chief local government administrator and who has been responsible for significant administrative duties for at least one year (not including internships in conjunction with an academic program).

The Honorary Award is awarded to an individual who has served the profession or the Association in a manner or to a degree that merits such recognition. The nominee must have made a considerable contribution either to the improvement of local government and local government management, to the public’s understanding and appreciation of responsive and well-managed local government or to the development of future managers in the profession.

To be eligible for consideration for an Honorary Award, an individual must meet the following criteria:

• Contributed to strengthening the structure of local government;
• Demonstrated leadership in increasing citizen understanding of the governance and management of local government;
• Implemented initiatives that brought about improvement and development of local government managers; and/or
• Developed programs, produced publications, or made general career contributions that have enhanced the responsiveness and effectiveness of local government.

A nomination for Honorary Award can be made by any voting member of FCCMA.  Any individual who is given an Honorary Award will receive complimentary membership to the Association.

To apply for all of the awards, complete the application form at http://fccma.org/fccma-awards/ and return it along with any supporting documentation to Carol Russell at crussell@flcities.com   All awards will be presented at the annual conference in May. If you have any questions, please contact Carol Russell at crussell@flcities.com or (850) 222-9684.

Secondly, my sincere thanks to all of the members and corporate invitees who attended the Winter Institute in Lake Mary!  Jill Silverboard helped to create a very dynamic, engaging program on change, from which I definitely had ‘take-aways’ to implement with my own team.  It was great to see our members connect on communications, leadership and to learn best practices in managing change.

UNCLASSIFIED POSITION
The City of Tampa is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Internal Audit Director. The Director will lead an Internal Audit Department that is recognized for high performance and operational excellence. This key position is appointed by and reports directly to the Mayor. The Director is responsible for all audit services and has to possess a keen understanding of government auditing practices. Candidates must have strong leadership and management skills, along with unquestionable personal integrity. Responsibilities include:

- Developing the long-range and annual audit plan.

- Coordinating and monitoring the work of the internal audit staff.

- Ensuring the audit process complies with Government Auditing Standards.

- Communicating audit results to senior management, the Mayor, and City Council.

SUGGESTED MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closedly related field, master’s preferred, from an accredited college or university. Thorough knowledge of Government Auditing Standards (GAS) desired. Seven (7) years of professional auditing experience with a minimum of three at the manager or senior supervisory level is mandatory. Certification required in one or more of the following: CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CGAP.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Residency within the City of Tampa is required. Drug testing is included in all pre-employment processing.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: This position is open for recruitment until further notice.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION: Please register as a MyTampaGov member befor you begin the application process. This will enable you to view and re-use information from previously submitted applications to complete and submit any future applications. Please make certain your application is complete and the information you provide clearly demonstrates that you possess the minimum job qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Resumes can be submitted in support of an application, but not in lieu of an application. Resumes and copies of certifications or other required documents may be attached to your online application or e-mailed to careers@tampagov.net.

Apply at: City of Tampa Employment Services, City Hall, 2nd Floor.
Mailing Address: 306 E. Jackson Street, Tampa, FL 33602
Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
Telephone: (813) 274-8911; “Job News” Line (813) 274-8115
Fax: (813) 274-8913
Website: www.ci.tampa.fl.us/
Equal Opprotunity Employer – F/M/H/V

This award was established in 1999 and recognizes an individual who has helped to create and maintain quality, year-round jobs for Indian River County citizens and who has made significant contributions to Indian River’s local economic well-being.

Under his guidance, he has helped establish the 225-acred National Elephant Center, a natural gas line; a chain store which puts Fellsmere on the radar for other chain stores; and a $316,500 grant to build the Scenic Byway Visitors Center.

He has also continued to recruit foreign investment and has overseen an expedited permitting process and city’s tax abatement programs.

Congratulations Jason!

When Jon Lewis was FCCMA President, The Center for Florida Local Government Excellence was asked to undertake research on public verses private sector compensation in Florida. Below is a link to the research paper that Bob and Andrew completed that was recently published in the Journal of Compensation and Benefit Review.

Abstract - As state and local governments attempt to manage fiscal stress created by the Great Recession, the level of compensation received by public sector workers has become an increasingly debated policy issue. A significant amount of research exists that addresses national public sector compensation trends, but relatively few state-level studies have been performed. This analysis provides a preliminary analysis of public and private sector compensation in Florida. Using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the U.S. Census Bureau, sector-level comparisons are made between public and private sector workers within the state with regard to compensation, age and education. This sector-level comparison is then supplemented by an occupational analysis of career fields found in both sectors. The sector-level analysis suggests public sector workers in Florida are, on average, not only better compensated than those in the private sector in aggregate but are also considerably more educated and older. The occupational analysis suggests that public sector workers in Florida are in general less well-compensated than private sector workers employed in the same field, even when older and more highly educated on average.

The Paper: http://fccma.org/white-papersresearch-documents/

This has caused concern to Canadian tourists who were afraid that they might go to jail or might not be covered in the event of an accident. It has given negative connotations about Florida.

Recently, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles released a statement that said this new law may violate the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. This is an international treaty to which the U.S. is a signatory and thus preempts state law that is in conflict with it. Florida is working on a proposal to change the language of the new law that would not require visitors with a license in English to have an international driving permit.

In the meantime, Florida Highway Patrol has stated it will defer enforcement while awaiting State action.  Nonresidents wishing to drive in Florida must have a valid driver’s license issued from the country of origin/residence, and FHP will not require the IDP until State action occurs.

There were three provocateurs who led the sessions on Thursday. Joe Coury of Joe Coury Effective Strategies, opened with the questions: As a local government manager, how do you show up each day? He covered disciplines of leadership and confronted participants to think about how they define and manage their roles as leaders in ways that are good for them personally and reflect well on the organization and community. 

Deirdre Macnab, Florida League of Women Voters President, led the second conversation segment by sharing the transformational story of the League of Women Voters and posed the question: As a leader of organizational culture and change, how do you step up?

Joe Mazurkiewicz, BJM Consulting,  closed Thursday’s session with a conversation on leading with ethics and innovation. He asked the question: How do you stay up as a leader and a manager?

FCCMA would like to thank the following Winter Institute sponsors: Tampa Bay Trane, Siemens, Wade Trim, Management Partners, Jones, Edmonds & Associates, Severn Trent Services, Honeywell, Government Services Group and Florida Business Watch.

All FCCMA members are eligible to apply. Please go to http://fccma.org/scholarships-2/ to download the application. The applicant will need to attach an essay of approximately 500 words expressing your beliefs on the importance of Home Rule. The essays will be reviewed by the Awards Committee and the final selection will be made with the Sittig family.

The deadline to apply for the Emerging Leaders Scholarship is 5:00 p.m., February 18, 2013. This scholarship will be awarded to public administration students and entry-level professionals (budget analysts, management analysts, interns and assistants) on the basis of commitment to city/county management, career goals, affiliation to FCCMA, and financial need based on either salary or the organization’s ability to support the cost to attend the Annual Conference. A one-year complimentary FCCMA membership will be given to the recipient.

Please go to http://fccma.org/scholarships-2/ to download the application. The applicant will need to attach one double-spaced, typewritten page in response to the following question: “Why is receiving assistance important to you?”

Both scholarships will provide the recipient with a complimentary conference registration and a complimentary sleeping room at the conference hotel for the length of the event.

For any questions, contact Carol Russell at (850) 701-3607 or crussell@flcities.com.

The theme for the Pre-Conference Workshop on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 is “Looking at Best Practices in Internal Service Areas and the Impact on the Organizations Function.” This session will be held at the Winter Park Civic Center. This half-day workshop is designed to be an interactive session.

Go to the FBC website for the pre-conference workshop program, conference program and registration information.

Congratulations Mike!

The scholarship recipient and finalists will be recognized at the FCCMA Annual Conference in May 2013. The recipient will receive a $2,500 scholarship and all related costs of attending the Conference. The major non-monetary benefit of the BHF Scholarship is the networking opportunity available at the Conference. More than 200 city and county managers and many of their management staff attend.

Students enrolled during the summer or fall of 2013 and pursuing a public administration or related degree at a Florida-based university.

The BHF Scholarship recipient demonstrates a strong commitment to pursuing a career in local government management, successfully balances both school and personal endeavors, understands the ICMA Code of Ethics and the council/manager form of government and can commit to promoting the subsequent year’s Scholarship program.

A Complete 2013 B. Harold Farmer Scholarship Program Application Must Include:

• A completed application form,
• Proof of acceptance into a public administration or related program,
• An official transcript of college level coursework, (this must be in a sealed envelope from the university)
• A resume,
• Two letters of recommendation, and
• A typed letter of interest no longer than two pages, which summarizes the following:
  • Why you are interested in city and county government management,
  • Your career goals, and
  • Your financial need and planned use of the scholarship funds.

The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m., February 11, 2013.  For more information or questions contact Carol Russell at crussell@flcities.com