JOB DESCRIPTION

To be considered, candidates should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

Deadline: This position is opened until filled with first review of applications beginning on: May 25, 2026.

Submit materials to: mcarter@cityofdouglas.org

General Description:

Performs overall supervisory, administrative and professional work planning, coordinating and directing the financial and operational activities of the municipal government operation. Works with the City Council and staff to establish goals and priorities.

Major Tasks:

• Plans, coordinates and provides overall direction for the activities of the operating departments, including public works and utilities, police, fire, community development, finance and administration; assists governing body and other departments with establishment of City-wide goals and objectives; coordinates implementation of same.
• Coordinates with staff to develop strategies and key progress indicators to drive transparency and deliverables.
• Establishes municipal government organization and audits to ensure efficiency; coordinates administrative functions with appropriate city, county, state and federal government agencies.
• Prepares detailed reports or presentations based on research, analysis and evaluation of data pertaining to specific projects, involving application of expert or highly technical knowledge; makes recommendations for action to be taken or resolution of problems.
• Negotiates and performs contract management duties for professional service agreements; oversees capital project progress.
• Oversees the preparation of the annual City budget based upon established goals, priorities and strategies; presents budget to City Council; reviews, monitors and controls all financial transactions of the City.
• Meets and confers with City officials, various government officials, other agencies and the public on all aspects of municipal government administration; answers inquiries and complaints; provides information.
• Directs and counsels Department Heads; monitors performance of all personnel by reviewing performance appraisals prepared by supervisors; authorizes merit increases.
• Coordinates activities to determine the needs of the City, and in conjunction with the City Council, establishes priorities for programs and projects on-going and proposed, with the guidance of the Department Heads.

Minor Tasks:

• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Assigns subordinate supervisors the authority to direct the operations and supervise the personnel within their assigned responsibility.
• Attends professional seminars, meetings, conferences in order to keep abreast of current trends in the field.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge Areas:

Thorough knowledge of principles, concepts and practices of public administration; thorough knowledge of principles; concepts and current practices of government management, including budget development and control, personnel and purchasing management; thorough knowledge of all phases of municipal operations; knowledge of research methods.

Skill/Ability Areas:

Skill in application of knowledge (as described); skill in oral and written communication; ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with employees, other agencies, public officials and the public and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully; skill in organization, planning and supervision of personnel; ability to recognize and analyze administrative problems and effective recommendations for their solution.

BENEFITS

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance: Employee and dependent coverage-entire premium paid by the City
• Life: Guaranteed Issue 1x your annual salary or $100,000 for executive level employees
• Retirement Pension: Participation in Wyoming Retirement Plan contribution 18.62% paid in full by City.
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• Deferred Compensation: Eligible for participation 
• Relocation assistance: Relocation assistance is available.