City Manager

International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 3 500 000 - 4 501 000; Full time

Job summary

A picturesque resort city is seeking a City Manager to lead its operations following the departure of a long-standing leader. This role requires extensive experience in local government, with responsibilities including oversight of city functions and engaging a highly involved community. Candidates should possess strong management skills, a relevant degree, and ideally a master's degree. The annual salary range is $210,000 to $270,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and a housing stipend option.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

$10,000 annual tuition reimbursement

Outdoor lifestyle perks including ski passes

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in local government.
• Five years as a municipal or county manager, deputy, assistant, or major department head.
• Experience in finance and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee city management and operations.
• Engage with the community and manage resident expectations.
• Lead a talented and dedicated leadership team.

Skills

Managing operations

Strategic planning

Media relations

Project management

Education

Four-year degree in public administration or related field

Master’s in public administration or related field

Job description

City Overview

Incorporated in 1884, Park City, Utah (pop. 8,400, elev. 6,898 ft., 20 sq. mi.), proudly celebrates its roots as a booming silver mining town turned world‑class mountain resort community. Today, the city’s reputation rests on its two major ski destinations – Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort. At peak times, Park City’s daytime population swells to nearly 40,000. The world came here for the 2002 Winter Olympics, and the Games return in 2034. The FY 2025-26 budget (July 1 – June 30) totals $97.9 million (General Fund $54.4 million; reserves $15.56 million) and supports 364 FTEs – roughly 650 employees including part‑time and seasonal staff.

Position Overview

This opportunity is available with the departure of City Manager Matthew Dias, who served the city capably for over 12 years, first as deputy city manager, then for six years as city manager. The next city manager will inherit a talented, dedicated leadership team of various levels of experience. The city manager position in Park City is a challenging, uniquely demanding job. The community is extremely engaged; residents’ expectations are high; and the issues are numerous, nuanced, and complex. It’s hard to find a brighter or more intense spotlight than the one shining on Park City.

Qualifications

• A four‑year degree in a relevant field of study, preferably in public administration, business administration, or a related field, and seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in local government, including at least five as a municipal or county manager, deputy, assistant, or major department head, or any equivalent combination of education and experience are all required.
• Experience must include managing operations and people, and in some of the following areas: finance and budget, strategic planning, transportation, media relations, and project management.
• A master’s in public administration or a related field, and experience serving mountain, resort, or other communities with tourism‑based economies are preferred.
• International City/County Management Association (ICMA) membership and experience or expertise in legislative activities, lobbying, and negotiation are also preferred.

Salary & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $210,000 to $270,000 DOQE.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including employer fully paid medical and dental insurances
• Retirement benefits through Utah Retirement Systems (URS pension), and defined contribution plans with a 457 match
• Generous paid time off plus 13 paid holidays
• $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Stipends for bilingual ability and childcare support
• Outdoor lifestyle perks to include ski and mountain bike passes at Deer Valley Resort, cross‑country ski passes, a family membership to the MARC (Park City Municipal Athletic & Recreation Center), and discounts at the Park City Golf Club and the Park City Ice Arena
• The preferred candidate will be eligible to receive support through a housing stipend, or access to subsidized city housing, for up to two years
• Relocation assistance subject to negotiation.