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Downtown Manager

Salary

$116,272.00 - $152,245.50 Annually

Location

Boca Raton, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

04500

Department

Development Services

Division

Administration 15/06001

Opening Date

11/25/2025

Closing Date

12/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Y2

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General Statement of Job

Working under the general direction of the Executive Director, this position provides administrative oversight of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) operations and directs downtown-related initiatives. The role performs advanced professional work on special projects and other assignments as needed, while providing supervision and guidance to assigned staff.

Essential Functions

+ Responsible for the oversight of day-to-day administration of CRA operations and downtown activities in coordination with the Executive Director and Deputy City Manager.

+ Develops and coordinates with the Executive Director, Deputy City Manager, OMB Director, Planning, Zoning Development Director and Development Services Department staff on annual budgets.

+ Manages and Implements Downtown Marketing Program and branding/promotional related activities.

+ Advises Executive Director and Deputy City Manager on program concerns and operations of downtown activities.

+ Coordinates with City staff on Mizner Park Amphitheater activities.

+ Coordinates with City staff on downtown special events and related activities.

+ Develops and manages contracts for outside professional services necessary to implement programs to achieve the goals of the City and/or Agency.

+ Coordinates and assists downtown merchants and businesses for related marketing forums.

+ Represents the Agency at various meetings with developers, property owners, citizens and other Agencies.

+ Researches, develops and assists in special downtown projects for the Executive Director and Deputy City Manager.

+ Assists with implementation of Downtown Master Plan Update Initiatives.

+ Prepares and presents policies, programs and documentation requiring approval by the Agency and/or City Council.

+ Directs assigned staff in the preparation and processing of downtown related activities.

RELATED TASKS:

+ Acts as Liaison to the Downtown Boca Raton Advisory Committee.

+ Serves on oversight committees for monitoring terms of Interlocal Agreements related to downtown activities.

+ Administers related grants and provides support to department grant programs.

+ Reviews and approves purchases and invoices for downtown marketing and related program activities.

+ Acts as Agency representative on private merchant/business association functions requiring Agency support or input.

+ Researches, develops and assists in other special projects for the Executive Director and Deputy City Manager as needed.

+ Monitors user fees, license agreement fees and provides necessary updates to applicable schedules/policies for downtown and the Development Services Department.

+ Coordinates and prepares updates from the Downtown Boca Raton Advisory Committee to the Agency.

+ Oversees downtown activities in coordination with other City departments, Chamber of Commerce and related entities.

+ Recommends disciplinary actions and approves evaluation of the work performance of assigned employees.

+ Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge Of:

+ The principles and practices of public administration and modern management

Skilled In:

+ Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to oversee multiple downtown programs, initiatives, and special projects simultaneously.

+ Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to evaluate data, assess program effectiveness, and recommend improvements.

Ability To:

+ Plan, direct and review the work of employees and consultants

+ Work with appointed committee members, professionals, citizens, and community stakeholders

+ Formulate comprehensive operational policies and procedures

+ Prepare complex technical reports and presentations to the Agency and related boards or committees

+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Officials, other public officials and associates, employees, and the general public

+ Communicate with comprehensive effectiveness both orally and in writing

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Economics, or related field from an accredited college or university required.

+ Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, including extensive experience in administration, and economic or community development and four (4) years of supervisory experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Master's degree in Public Administration, Economics, or related field from an accredited college or university.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

+ Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

The background check process for this position may include:

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Employment Verification

+ Reference Checks

+ Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check

+ Educational Verification

The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees

ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.

Year of ServiceAccrual

0 to 5 full years8 hours per month

5 to 10 full years10 hours per month

10 to 15 full years12 hours per month

15 full years and over14 hours per month

CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.

SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:

Years of servicePercentage

Less than 2 full years0%

2 to 5 full years10%

5 to 10 full years20%

10 full years or more30%

Retirement (normal, early or disability)50%

HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.

CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December.

Year of ServiceBenefit

5 to 10 full years$600 annually

10 to 15 full years$800 annually

15 full years and over$1,100 annually

RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

+ An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.

+ An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.

+ The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.

HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.

FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.

MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.

EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.