Rowlett City Manager

clearcareerprofessionals; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 285,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Texas Municipal Retirement System

457(b) deferred compensation plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Job summary

The City of Rowlett seeks a proven City Manager to serve as the chief executive, reporting to the Mayor and City Council. The role directs city operations, guides the budget process, and empowers department directors to implement policy with accountability and transparency.

This is a rebuild-focused position requiring a leader who communicates clearly, builds trusted teams, and engages residents. The ideal candidate has extensive local government leadership experience and a track record of

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university in Business Administration,Management, Public Administration, or Law.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible local government management experience.
• Service as a City Manager, Deputy City Manager, or Assistant City Manager.

Responsibilities

• Direct city operations and administration.
• Prepare and administer the annual budget.
• Appoint and supervise department directors.
• Communicate decisions early and often to Council and residents.
• Lead an executive team through organizational rebuilding.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or Law

Job description

The position is open until filled.

First review deadline
5 p.m. | August 28, 2026

POSITION OVERVIEW

The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Rowlett, appointed by and reporting to the Mayor and six member City Council under the council-manager form of government. The position directs all city operations, prepares and administers the annual budget, appoints and supervises department directors, and carries out Council policy.

The next City Manager arrives at a rebuilding moment. The organization experienced significant turnover in recent years, and the Council and executive team have spent the past year restoring stability, reopening communication, and filling vacancies. Council is unified, staff are ready to be trusted, and residents are paying close attention.

The immediate work is organizational. Rowlett needs clear structure, documented procedures, defined performance measures, and department directors who are equipped and empowered to lead. The parallel work is public. Council, staff, and residents describe the same expectation: a leader who communicates early and often, explains the reasoning behind decisions, and is present in the community rather than behind a desk.

This is not a first-time City Manager position, and it is not a resume builder. Rowlett is looking for an experienced professional who intends to stay and finish what they start.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university in Business Administration,Management, Human Resources Development, Business Management, Public Administration, or Law. (Qualifying experience may substitute for education)
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible local government management experience
• Service as a City Manager, Deputy City Manager, or Assistant City Manager

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Public Administration
• Experience leading a full service city of comparable complexity
• Experience rebuilding an executive team and its systems

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $285,000 to $315,000, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Include: Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System with a 2-to-1 city match Optional participation in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Vehicle and technology allowances as negotiated in the employment agreement