Executive City Manager: Drive Growth & Public Service

clearcareerprofessionals; Bridgeport (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bridgeport, Texas seeks an experienced City Manager to lead a full-service municipal organization. You will translate Council policy into action, oversee daily operations, and manage the budget and capital program.

Ideal candidates have seven years of local government leadership, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and preferably a master’s in public administration. Residency within Bridgeport was encouraged, with regular council and community engagement expected.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible local government management and leadership experience
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Law, or a related field. Qualifying professional experience may substitute for the education requirement
• Master’s degree in Public Administration or a related field is preferred
• Experience leading a full-service municipality of comparable complexity and organizational structure

Responsibilities

• Translate Council policy into action and direct daily operations across every department
• Prepare and administer the annual budget and the capital improvement program
• Oversee purchasing and financial reporting and advise the Council on fiscal impacts of policy choices
• Lead and develop department directors and workforce with a culture of accountability and service delivery
• Represent the City in dealings with the County, school district, chamber of commerce and regional/state agencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Law, or related field

Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

The City of Bridgeport, Texas seeks an experienced City Manager to lead a full-service municipal organization. You will translate Council policy into action, oversee daily operations, and manage the budget and capital program.

Ideal candidates have seven years of local government leadership, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and preferably a master’s in public administration. Residency within Bridgeport was encouraged, with regular council and community engagement expected.