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Gfoat

WI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The successful candidate may have also served as an Assistant City Manager or department head in a larger city. He/She will have a strong understanding of financial operations and a working knowledge ...

City of Washington

City Manager

Washington, NC · On-site

$136K - $231K/yr

... Assistant City Manager or Senior Executive; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Requirements Valid N.C. driver's license and acceptable driving record Preferred ...

City of Nevada

City Manager

Nevada, MO · On-site

... Assistant City Manager, Facilities Maintenance, Human Resources and Planning & Zoning. The City has a FY26 budget of $40M which includes $28M in expenditure for Water & Sewer upgrades. Additional ...

City of Nevada

City Manager

Nevada, MO

... Assistant City Manager, Facilities Maintenance, Human Resources and Planning & Zoning. The City has a FY26 budget of $40M which includes $28M in expenditure for Water & Sewer upgrades. Additional ...

Coweta, City of (OK)

City Manager

Coweta, OK · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

... the Assistant City Manager, ensuring City government operations and functions are effectively serving the needs of Coweta residents; and performs related duties as assigned by the City Council.

ICMA

City Manager

Orland, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

... an Assistant City Manager or City Manager. A master's degree in a related field is desirable. The City is offering a very competitive annual salary range of $180,000 - $210,000 DOQ with an ...

City of Ocala, FL

Assistant City Attorney II

Ocala, FL · On-site

$113K - $141K/yr

City Manager's Office Opening Date: 05/12/2026 Description The Assistant City Attorney II serves as an assistant to the City Attorney and performs highly responsible legal work involving a broad ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant city manager in the United States is $67,825.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assistant city manager do?

An Assistant City Manager supports the City Manager in overseeing the daily operations of city departments and implementing policies set by the city council. Responsibilities often include managing specific departments, coordinating projects, developing budgets, and serving as a liaison between city staff and the public. They help ensure efficient delivery of municipal services, address community concerns, and may act on behalf of the City Manager when needed. Their role is essential in maintaining effective government operations and advancing the city's strategic goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant city manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant City Manager, you need a strong background in public administration, budgeting, and policy analysis, usually supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in public administration or a related field. Familiarity with municipal management software, financial systems, and regulatory compliance tools is highly valuable. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help build consensus among stakeholders and drive effective city operations. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient municipal management, fostering community engagement, and supporting the city’s strategic goals.

How does an assistant city manager typically collaborate with department heads and city council members?

Assistant City Managers play a key role in facilitating communication and collaboration between city departments and the city council. They often coordinate regular meetings with department heads to track project progress, address challenges, and align departmental goals with city-wide initiatives. Additionally, they prepare reports, offer policy recommendations, and present updates to city council members, ensuring that the council is informed and able to make decisions based on accurate information. This collaborative work environment requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining transparency with stakeholders.
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Infographic showing various Assistant City Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,825 per year, or $32.6 per hour.

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead the city government and oversee municipal operations to ensure effective service delivery.

  • Manage financial operations, including understanding of grants and addressing aging infrastructure needs.

  • Guide development initiatives related to retail, industrial, and housing growth in the city.

Job description

About the City

The city of Stamford (pop. 3,000) is recruiting for a City Manager to lead this self-contained community, just 40 miles north of Abilene, Texas as it embarks on an exciting time from attracting national retailers, renewable energy sectors and well on its way with a $10 million goal for renovating and reenergizing its 100+ year old Carnegie Library. The city is fortunate to have an extremely affordable housing stock and one of the top public schools in the State of Texas. The school district boasts ratings with A’s and B’s in various categories recently released by the State, along with a perennial district favorite in both boys and girls athletic programs, and a student to teacher ratio of 12:1. The City is sound financially and politically. The most recent elections were cancelled as a testament to a strong and stable political environment and a conservative, yet realistic approach to service delivery. The previous manager retired after 14 years, and an City Manager has been leading the organization for the past year.

Position Summary and Qualifications

The city is desiring a public sector professional with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience, with prior experience as a City Manager desired. The successful candidate may have also served as an Assistant City Manager or department head in a larger city. He/She will have a strong understanding of financial operations and a working knowledge of grants, along with a keen understanding of public works operations…all of this is necessary to address an aging infrastructure. Further experience in development related issues as the city prepares for new and increased development of which will include retail, industrial and housing as this new chapter for Stamford and West Texas emerges. The successful candidate will be a hands on manager with a servants heart that is willing to delegate to direct reports and serve as a coach, mentor and true educator of staff development. The staff is primed for this type of inclusionary and visionary leader.

Compensation and Benefits

The position will have a base salary of around $100,000 per year with excellent health insurance, leave benefits and TMRS at 6% with a 2 to 1 match. Further, the city council is willing to consider providing housing to the successful candidate, as well as other negotiated benefits such as housing relocation, car allowance, etc.

Application Process

The position will be open until filled, but the first review of resumes will begin the week of July 6, 2026 with interviews tentatively planned for mid-September. To apply for this great management opportunity please send resumes to Brad Burnett, City Manager at brad.burnett@stamfordtx.net. He can also be contacted, for additional questions at (325) 773-2591.

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