City Administrator: Strategic Ops & Budget Leadership

Gfoat; West Tawakoni (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of West Tawakoni is seeking a City Administrator to manage city operations under Texas law for Type A General Law cities. This role coordinates city departments and external agencies, providing administrative and policy support to the City Council.

The Administrator must uphold integrity, diplomacy, and teamwork, and oversee budgeting, audits, purchasing, and emergency planning while collaborating with the mayor, council, staff, and residents to deliver high-quality services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Political Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum two (2) years as a City Manager/Administrator or Assistant City Manager/Administrator; otherwise, four (4) years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience.
• Valid Texas Class C driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Prior experience with bookkeeping software is required.
• Knowledge of Texas Local Government Code, Open Meetings Act, Public Information Act, elections, records management, and related regulations.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods and Microsoft Office programs.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Communicates and works well with the public, employees, and City Council.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with the public, boards/commissions, outside agencies, and City staff.

Responsibilities

• Attend City Council meetings and provide recommendations as needed.
• Provide regular briefings to Council on financial condition, operations, and priorities.
• Prepare and post agendas for City Council meetings.
• Coordinate and supervise all departments, offices, and agencies.
• Lead department heads to maximize efficiency within resources.
• Direct cross-departmental initiatives to improve service delivery.
• Enforce state laws and city ordinances; develop policies and internal controls.
• Appoint, direct, evaluate, promote, and discipline staff per policy.
• Lead organization‑wide performance management and customer-focused culture.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Strategic thinking

Policy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration/Business/Finance/Political Science

Tools

Bookkeeping software

Job description

City of West Tawakoni is seeking a City Administrator to manage city operations under Texas law for Type A General Law cities. This role coordinates city departments and external agencies, providing administrative and policy support to the City Council.

The Administrator must uphold integrity, diplomacy, and teamwork, and oversee budgeting, audits, purchasing, and emergency planning while collaborating with the mayor, council, staff, and residents to deliver high-quality services.