The City of Dickinson, North Dakota is seeking a City Administrator!
Renowned for its outstanding quality of life and small-town feel, the City of Dickinson, population just over 25,000, is seeking an experienced City Administrator. The ideal City Administrator will be a team player, mentor and coach, who delegates responsibility to department heads and encourages an environment that inspires growth and creativity. The ability to establish expectations and accountability, and take a collaborative approach is crucial. The ideal candidate will lead by example, have the ability to work effectively with people, and resolve problems in a timely manner. The City Administrator will spend time working with legislators at the state capital in Bismarck, therefore, negotiation skills, understanding house bills that affect southwest North Dakota, being adept at intergovernmental relations, working with other agencies in the region, as well as with state and local officials, is essential. The individual must be knowledgeable of grants and other opportunities for external funding.
The ideal candidate will have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in public or business administration or another area related to city management. Requires eight years progressive leadership experience in municipal administration with four years as City Administrator/Manager and expertise in local government, human resource management, finance and budget, and economic development and redevelopment. Others with strong leadership and management skills and who have reported to a board and possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
The salary range is $126,528-$177,247 depending on skills, experience, education and background. The City also offers a competitive benefits package including NDPERS retirement. Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by submitting a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume and completed application by Monday, June 6th 2022. For application and full position details visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Dickinson.
Salary 126528-177247 DOQ
Type of Job Full Time
Closing Date 6/6/2022
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