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Job Description
Are you a forward-thinking, relationship-driven public sector leader who excels at managing complex organizations and driving strategic, community-centered results? If so, consider becoming the next City Manager for the City of Independence, Missouri.
Independence is seeking an exceptional communicator and systems-minded administrator who is:
- Experienced in large-scale municipal operations
- Skilled in financial stewardship and organizational performance
- Effective at building trust with elected officials, employees, and the community
Located just east of Kansas City, with a population of 123,000, the community offers convenient access to regional employment centers, entertainment districts, professional sports, Truman Library & Museum, Midwest trails, high-quality parks, and a diverse mix of neighborhoods.
Independence operates under a Council–Manager form of government. Reporting to the Mayor and City Council, the next City Manager will lead a full-service city with more than 11 departments. The ideal City Manager will be a seasoned municipal executive with experience managing a full-service city, large workforce, and complex political environment.
Required qualifications for this position include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible executive leadership experience in local government
- Experience overseeing a full-service municipality with utilities or complex enterprise operations
- Demonstrated success in budgeting, strategic planning, intergovernmental relations, and staff leadership
- Residency with the City of Independence is required for the City Manager with a reasonable time frame, as agreed upon by the City Council following the start of employment, in accordance with the City Charter.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) or related field
- Experience managing a city of similar size or larger
- Experience with electric utilities, major capital programs, and redevelopment projects
- ICMA-CM credential
The salary range for this position is $220,000 - $260,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/independence-mo-city-manager/
For more information, contact:
Billy Owens, Senior Vice President
billyowens@governmentresource.comPhone: (972) 989-3686
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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