1) Develop a complete understanding of the City and its current needs. Review the City’s goals and objectives and become familiar with all areas that will be affected by the recruitment activities. Firm is to meet with the City Council and any designees prior to developing a City Manager hiring profile. 2) Develop a comprehensive understanding of the duties and responsibilities of the City Manager position that has been outlined and approved by the City Council. 3) Conduct a broad and active search for qualified candidates to include advertising with, but not limited to the following: • ICMA (International City/County Management Association) • Florida League of Cities, Inc. • Florida City and County Management Association 4) Review applications and resumes. Complete thorough background checks on top candidates (up to fifteen). 5) Present top candidates to the City Council for review and to narrow and determine the candidates that will be invited for an interview.
