City Manager

Zohorecruit; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

destinationone Consulting seeks a City Manager in Houston to serve as the chief executive officer of the city, directing operations, implementing council policies, and ensuring high-quality municipal services.

The ideal candidate has a public administration background, leadership and strong communication skills, and a track record of managing budgets and department heads while engaging with the council and community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Extensive municipal management experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work with city council and community.

Responsibilities

• Implement policies and directives from the city council.
• Oversee city operations and ensure efficient delivery of municipal services.
• Develop and manage the city budget.
• Supervise and evaluate department heads and other senior staff.
• Represent the city in intergovernmental affairs and community activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

destinationone Consulting | Direct Placement

City Manager

Houston, United States | Posted on 08/28/2025

destinationone Consulting specializes in recruitment across diverse sectors, including CleanTech, Education and EdTech, Government (Municipal, State/Provincial, and Federal), Health and MedTech, Healthcare and Wellness, Legal, Not-For-Profit, and Sustainability. We are committed to building a robust talent databank, enabling our recruiters to quickly connect job seekers with relevant opportunities as they arise. Our dedication to Integrity, Transparency, and Innovation ensures a professional and honest experience for all candidates.

Overview: As a City Manager, you will be the chief executive officer of the city, responsible for overseeing all city operations, implementing policies set by the city council, and ensuring the effective delivery of municipal services. You will lead the administrative functions of the city, managing department heads and ensuring the city’s goals and objectives are met.

Responsibilities:

• Implement policies and directives from the city council.
• Oversee city operations and ensure efficient delivery of municipal services.
• Develop and manage the city budget.
• Supervise and evaluate department heads and other senior staff.
• Represent the city in intergovernmental affairs and community activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in municipal management, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of public administration principles and municipal operations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with city council, staff, and the community.

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