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City of Lake
Elmo
City Administrator
Position Profile
The City of Lake Elmo, Minnesota is a scenic and unique
community on the eastern edge of the Twin Cities Metropolitan
Area. An attractive a chain of lakes, historic commercial
center, extensive park system, and a variety of housing
characterize this charming community. Among the city’s greatest
treasures is two-mile long Lake Elmo, three additional
recreational lakes and the Lake Elmo Regional Park Reserve. The
population of Lake Elmo is 8,000 and the city will be able to
accommodate a population of 24,000 by 2030.
The City of Lake Elmo is located a few miles east of St. Paul
with access provided via Interstate Hwy 94 and State Hwys 5 and
36. Major employers within the area include 3M Company in
Maplewood , Independent School District 834 in Stillwater,
Hartford Companies and Ecowater Systems, Inc. in Woodbury, and
Imation Corporation in Oakdale.
Historic Old Village
In an effort to define future growth patterns, the city has
performed a series of planning events. The resulting plan
addresses the development and open space protection of nearly
1,000 acres in the downtown and surrounding area. The city has
hired a master planner to present for approval plans to address
the needs of the city and village area growth.
The overall goal of the Old Village Plan is to capitalize on the
character of the original buildings in the commercial district
through the development of new housing units, pedestrian and
bike trails, a central park, and public facilities including a
new library and city hall. The Plan will address significant
safety and environmental considerations.
Recreation
Lake Elmo Regional Park is comprised of over 2,000 acres with
10% of the area developed for camping, swimming, and other
recreational activities. Throughout the Park are 24 miles of
trails including five miles of paved bike trails and eight miles
of horseback trails. The Park features a boat launch on Lake
Elmo and a canoe launch on Eagle Point Lake. The biggest
attraction is a sand bottom swimming pool that is the largest
filtered body of water in the state. The Park is owned and
operated by Washington County. In addition, the City of Lake
Elmo maintains 15 parks, ranging in size from 5 acres to over
200 acres. Many include play equipment and ball fields.
A variety of programs and festivals are held throughout the
year. Huff-N-Puff Days has been held annually in August for over
25 years. The centerpiece of the four-day community festival is
an extensive and popular softball tournament featuring numerous
Minnesota teams. The festival also includes volleyball and golf
tournaments, running races, and a dance. The Lake Elmo Jaycees
sponsor the event.
Education
Three school districts serve the Lake Elmo area. The Stillwater
Area School District 834 covers the majority of Lake Elmo with
two other school districts serving border neighborhoods.
District 834 includes ten elementary schools, two junior high
schools, and one high school. Lake Elmo Elementary School and
Oak-Land Junior High School are located within the City of Lake
Elmo.
Health Care
Two hospitals serve Lake Elmo residents providing comprehensive
health care services. Lakeview Hospital is located in Stillwater
and Woodwinds Hospital is in Woodbury and is a collaborative
between HealthEast Care System and Children’s Hospital and
Clinics. A number of clinics are located within the City of Lake
Elmo including the High Pointe Health Campus that features a
surgery center.
The Organization
Lake Elmo operates under a Mayor/Council form of government. The
Mayor serves a two-year term and Councilmembers serve four-year
staggered terms. The City Council is assisted by several
advisory boards including the Community Improvement Commission,
Parks Commission, Planning Commission, and Environmental
Commission.
Organizational Structure
City Services
Fire protection is provided by a full-time Chief and a paid
on-call fire department with 27 firefighters operating from two
stations. Lake Elmo maintains a water distribution system
consisting of two wells. A portion of the city’s water is
purchased from the City of Oakdale. Ongoing monitoring of water
quality insures that Lake Elmo residents have clean and safe
water. Most residents have private wells. Well mapping assures
proper placement of future wells. A small commercial area of
Lake Elmo is provided with sewer service by the Metropolitan
Council. Lift stations are maintained by the city. Street and
park maintenance is provided through the city. Refuse hauling
and septic pumping is privately contracted. The city contracts
with Washington County for law enforcement and animal control
services, with four deputies assigned to serve the community.
The city has 13 full-time employees. The general fund operating
budget is $4 million.
The Position
The City Administrator serves as chief executive and chief
operating officer of the city. The City Administrator manages
and directs all daily operational activities of the city to
ensure that all ordinances, resolutions and policies of the City
and City Council are faithfully and equitably enforced. Specific
duties include:
• Prepare and submit a proposed budget to the City Council for
their approval. Review and execute financial activities
including payroll and monitoring budgetary expenditures.
• Participate in Council meetings and selected other committee
or commission meetings and public hearings. Review and prepare
written reports and recommendations for the City Council and
City boards and committees.
• Meet and confer with citizen groups.
• Review and update city policies, procedures, and codes and
recommend improvements and adjustments to the City Council.
• Serve as the primary liaison to other local, state and federal
agencies and organizations.
• Conduct human resources functions including job performance
evaluations.
• Work cooperatively and negotiate with federal, state, county
and other city governments and organizations to ensure that the
health, safety and welfare of Lake Elmo citizens are met.
• Provide strategic direction in the implementation of the City
Council approved Comprehensive Plan.
Background and Experience
Candidates for the City Administrator position will possess a
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) and seven to ten years
experience in an administrative capacity in a local government
environment.
Preferred background includes:
• Significant finance and budgeting experience. Understanding of
debt structure.
• Human Resources background to include performance evaluations
and staff structuring.
• Experience in downtown development and redevelopment.
• Strong understanding of municipal financing methods.
• Knowledge of regional agency issues and planning processes.
Familiarity with the Comprehensive Plan process.
• Background in facility and infrastructure planning and
construction. Understanding of historic preservation,
landscaping and architectural standards is a plus.
• Experience dealing with planning and zoning activities.
• Background in strategic planning and growth management.
• Experience working with other communities in joint agreements
and sharing services.
• Experience with contract administration.
Management Capabilities
• Be able to work under pressure and within time guidelines. Be
conscious of due process.
• Be politically aware and place a strong emphasis on Council
unification.
• Maintain a high level of sensitivity to the needs of current
residents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate difficult issues.
Position Priorities
• Work in partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency, Minnesota Public Health, Washington County, 3M and the
city to assure well contamination is appropriately resolved.
• Finalize and develop methods to implement the Village Area
Plan development.
• Explore options for transportation development on Hwy. 5
through the City of Lake Elmo.
• Evaluate the city’s basic services and implement current plans
for future services and facilities.
• Coordinate the interests of various neighborhoods.
• Revise and improve the city’s web site.
• Establish and formalize Human Resources functions and
procedures.
Announcement
City Administrator; City of Lake Elmo, MN (pop. 8,000). Starting
salary range mid $80s to high $90s. Located in eastern Twin
Cities Metro. Scenic lake community with extensive parkland and
historic commercial corridor. Position reports to Mayor and
four-member City Council. City employs 13 and provides for
street and park maintenance, water, and fire protection
services. Operating budget is $4 million. Requires a Bachelor’s
degree (M.A. preferred) and minimum of seven to ten years
experience in an administrative capacity in a local government
environment. Qualified candidates will have experience and
knowledge of planning, zoning, budgeting/finance, human
resources, and proven organizational and negotiation skills.
Position Profile available. Send resume by 12/20/06 to The
Brimeyer Group Executive Search; 50 S. 9th Ave. #101, Hopkins,
MN 55343. Phone: (952) 945-0246 Fax: (952) 945-0102 E-mail:
brimgroup@aol.com Web: www.brimgroup.com
For more information, please see
www.lakeelmo.org
Timetable
12/20/06 Deadline for Application
1/16/07 Present Candidates/Selection of Finalists
1/26 and 1/27/07 Interviews
February/March 2006 Start Date |
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