The Position

The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer and plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective and efficient administration across all City operations. The City Manager assumes management responsibility, leadership, and accountability for a diverse portfolio of services, including Community Development, Engineering, Planning, Building, Public Works, Sewer, Storm, Water, Streets, Fleet and Facilities, Police, Library, Community Services, Information Technology, Records and Information Management, Finance, and Human Resources. Reporting to the City Council, the City Manager provides direct support, advice, and assistance to the Mayor and City Council on a wide variety of issues.

The City Manager knows how to create a vision for the future while maintaining excellence in the City’s programs, services, and daily operations. They are known for monitoring best practices and collaborating to identify alternative solutions in support of City goals and initiatives. With a commitment to financial sustainability, the successful candidate has a strong financial background, including experience with local, state, and federal grants. The City Manager aligns with Milwaukie’s climate action initiatives and is prepared to preserve its health and quality of life for current and future generations.

The successful candidate values and appreciates partnerships at all levels and effortlessly builds consensus, guiding others to decisions. The City Manager is an approachable leader with a history of engaging in effective, meaningful communication with residents, business and community leaders, key stakeholders, and regional partners. They intentionally build connections, encourage diverse perspectives, support authentic engagement, provide transparent communication, and ensure the City remains connected to the community at all levels.

The Qualifications

The City Manager brings at least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in local government, including five (5) years of administrative or leadership responsibility and at least three (3) years managing professional-level staff. The ability to work closely with the City Council is essential, as is the ability to develop effective local and regional partnerships. A sound financial background with a strong understanding of budgets and financial management is required.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or similar field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered. Ideally, the City Manager will reside within the City of Milwaukie.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it!

The Compensation

The full salary range for the City Manager is $148,992 – $201,474 and will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate. For a complete breakdown of the City’s extensive Benefit Package, please visit milwaukieoregon.gov/humanresources/employee-benefits.

To be Considered

A diverse workforce strengthens our organization. The City values diversity and supports a positive, welcoming environment where all its employees can thrive.

Applications will be accepted electronically by Raftelis at jobs.crelate.com. Applicants complete a brief online form and are prompted to provide a cover letter and resume. Open until filled with first review of applications on June 10, 2024.