City Manager

Due to the announced retirement of our City Manager, the City of Chehalis is recruiting a City Manager.

Working under the policy guidance and direction of the City Council, the City Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer for the city, providing executive leadership and representation on all matters concerning city government. Exercises appointing and supervisory responsibilities over all city employees, either directly or through subordinate department heads and other supervisors.  The city manager is the highest authority on all matters of city administrative policy, operations, and personnel actions.

The 2024 salary range for this position is $165,000 - $179,000 depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits.

This position is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and reviewing all activities and operations of the city. This includes coordinates programs, services, and activities among city departments and outside agencies, ensuring the financial integrity of the organization, representing the city’s interests, and providing highly responsible and complex policy advice and administrative support to the Mayor and City Council. To view a full job description please view the attachment below.

Desired education and Experience:

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, political science or a related field
• Eight years of experience in municipal management, including at least four years as an assistant city manager, a department head, or equivalent with supervisory responsibilities
• Evidence of ongoing professional training and contacts (classes, seminars, conferences, professional association memberships, etc.); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance  
• Washington PERS 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Employer-funded Life Insurance Policy
• Employee AD&D Policy
• Deferred Compensation Programs (optional, employee funded)
• Generous Vacation
• 12 Days Sick Leave (8 Hours per Month)
• 10 Paid Holidays, plus 1 Floating Holiday

Please see the attached documents for more information about the position.

To apply, please electronically submit a resume, cover letter, and answers to supplemental questions here.