City Manager Fort Myers, FL

Mercer Group Florida; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Myers is seeking a City Manager to guide municipal operations, economic development, and city services with strong leadership and initiative.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, or related fields, with a master’s degree preferred and at least five years of senior municipal management experience. A proven track record in community engagement and regional partnerships is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in political science, business administration, public administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred with at least five years of municipal management experience as City/County Manager or Assistant in a city comparable in size to Fort Myers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the City of Fort Myers with high energy, independence, and initiative.
• Engage proactively with the community and build regional partnerships.
• Drive downtown redevelopment, strategic planning, and staff management to move the city forward as it grows.

Skills

Municipal leadership

Community engagement

Strategic planning

Staff management

Education

Bachelor's in Public Administration/Political Science/Business Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The beautiful gulfcoast city of Fort Myers, Florida is seeking a City Manager due to upcoming retirement.

The City of Fort Myers, the county seat of Lee County, situated alongside the Caloosahatchee River in beautiful Southwest Florida, is midway between Tampa and Miami. The City covers 48 square miles and has a rapidly growing and highly diverse population of more than 88,000. In 2020, the city of Fort Myers was once again named the fastest growing city in America by WalletHub and came in first in the “jobs and economy” category. U.S. News & World Report named Fort Myers the #2 best place to retire in their 2020-2021 rankings.

The City Manager should have an ample history as a city manager or relative position, possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the field of political science, business administration, public administration, or another applicable related field. A Master’s degree is preferred with at least five (5) years of municipal management experience as a City/County Manager or Assistant in a city comparable in size as Fort Myers, Florida.

Fort Myers is looking for a manager with a high energy level, capable of operating with significant independence and initiative, and open to innovative problem-solving solutions. An experience base which includes extensive proactive community interaction, and regional partnerships combined with a strong understanding of technology and general public management skills is essential. Experience with business development, community involvement, downtown redevelopment, strategic planning, and staff management is highly desirable. The City Manager will continue work to lead the City forward as it continues to grow.