City Operations Leader: Policy, Budget & Growth

South Central Service Cooperative; Zimmerman (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Service Cooperative is seeking a City Administrator to direct daily city operations, coordinate departments, and oversee city personnel, policies, and programs.

The role works with the City Council on strategic planning, budgeting, ordinances, and policy implementation; ensures compliance with laws; manages personnel and financial matters; represents the City in public and professional settings; supports community and economic development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field; considerable experience in public management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid Minnesota driver’s license is required; a master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily City operations, coordinate department activities, and oversee City personnel, policies, and programs.
• Work closely with the City Council on strategic planning, budgeting, ordinances, and policy implementation; ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Manage personnel and financial matters; represent the City in public and professional settings; support community and economic development efforts.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

South Central Service Cooperative is seeking a City Administrator to direct daily city operations, coordinate departments, and oversee city personnel, policies, and programs.

The role works with the City Council on strategic planning, budgeting, ordinances, and policy implementation; ensures compliance with laws; manages personnel and financial matters; represents the City in public and professional settings; supports community and economic development efforts.