City Manager: Visionary Leader for Smart-Growth Excellence

Corporation of Ranson; Ranson (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ranson in West Virginia seeks a visionary City Manager to partner with the Mayor and City Council to execute a shared vision of community vitality, economic resilience, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will lead high-level administration, manage capital projects, ensure transparent financial reporting, and foster an accountable, professional work culture for all city staff and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible municipal/executive leadership experience.
• Proven track record of open communication with elected officials, legal thoroughness, transparent financial reporting, and effective public presentation.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Residency preferred within City of Ranson limits but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborative Leadership with Mayor and City Council to establish clear communication protocols and transparency.
• Oversee major municipal capital projects and provide fiscal oversight.
• Executive leadership with accountability for staff, contractors, and visitors.
• Fiscal management including budgeting, revenue management and grant administration.
• Foster an open and professional municipal work environment with staff development.

Skills

Open communication

Public presentation

Legal thoroughness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration / Business Administration / Civil Engineering or related field

Master’s degree / MPA or ICMA-CM designation preferred

Job description

City of Ranson in West Virginia seeks a visionary City Manager to partner with the Mayor and City Council to execute a shared vision of community vitality, economic resilience, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will lead high-level administration, manage capital projects, ensure transparent financial reporting, and foster an accountable, professional work culture for all city staff and contractors.