Res 2013-126/Approving an agreement w/Strategic Government resources for professional executive search services for the City Manager position

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Attachment A Scope of Work for Executive Search Services for the Position of City Manager The Consultant and the City understand the Consultant will provide the following services. I. SCOPE OF CONSULTANT'S BASIC SERVICES The Consultant will: A. Organizational Inquiry and Analysis 1) Outline Project Plan and Timeline. Meet with the City at the outset of the Project to finalize the search plans and timeline. At this time, the Consultant will also request that the City provide additional information about the community, organization, and position. Information requested will include general information or available resources about the community, school district, economic vitality, political leadership, organization, strategic plan, governing body goals and objectives, budget information, major projects, job description, salary range, benefits package, etc. 2) Individual Interviews with Search Committee and Key Personnel. Conduct individual interviews with the search committee, key staff, and /or direct reports to find out more about the position, special considerations, and the political environment. These interviews last approximately 30 minutes to one hour each and identify individual issues that may affect the dynamics of the search, as well as develop a composite understanding of the organization's preferences. In developing the profile, the Consultant will look for any significant staff issues or major disconnects that may not otherwise be apparent. 3) Web Based Survey. Collect citizen and employee input for the position profile. 4) Development of Position Profile Brochure. Following the individual interviews and internal analysis, develop a draft position profile brochure that will be reviewed and revised in partnership with the City until it accurately reflects the sought -after leadership and management characteristics for the position of City Manager. 5) Search Committee Briefing, to Review /Approve Position Profile. Communicate with the Search Committee in person, over the phone, or even via email, as directed by the City. The briefing is designed to report on themes or trends identified in the individual staff interviews and in particular, to determine if there are any disconnects in perceptions or expectations regarding the roles and responsibilities of the City Manager position. In addition, the Consultant will evaluate the responsibilities, organizational and cultural demands, technical background, personality, and potential required for this position. Furthermore, the Consultant will develop a clear understanding of salary range, benefits, CITY HALL • 630 EAST HOPKINS 0 SAN MARCOS, TEXAS 78666 512.393.8150 • FACSIMILE 512.393.3983 CI.SANMARCOSTX.GOv 3