Department: Administration

Job Title: City Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisor: City Mayor, City Council

Salary: Contract $145,815/yr ($70.10/hr.) - $197,279/yr ($94.85/hr.) Depending on qualifications

Revision Date: 1/2026

About Us: The City of Craig provides a wide range of essential services designed to ensure the smooth functioning of daily life for our residents. Key services provided include public safety, infrastructure maintenance such as road repairs, waste management, and water utilities, as well as local government support through licensing, permitting, and zoning. The city also offers community engagement programs, park maintenance, and recreation opportunities. The municipal team plays a vital role in fostering a positive work environment and addressing the needs of the community.

About the Department: The Administration Department provides leadership, coordination, and support for all City operations. It oversees executive management, implements City Council policies, manages organizational strategy, and ensures effective delivery of services to the community. The department also handles communications, public engagement, intergovernmental relations, and overall administrative functions to keep the City operating efficiently and transparently.

About the Role: The City Manager is the chief executive and administrative officer of the City of Craig, responsible for leading, directing, and managing all municipal operations in alignment with the vision, values, and policy direction established by the Mayor and City Council. This position provides strategic leadership, ensures operational excellence, fosters organizational accountability, oversees budget activities, and advances community priorities. The City Manager oversees all City departments, manages resources, strengthens intergovernmental partnerships, and upholds the City’s commitment to transparency, service quality, and responsible governance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential functions and responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Executive Leadership & Organizational Management

· Provides vision, leadership, and executive oversight to all City departments.

· Establishes organizational goals, performance standards, and service expectations.

· Directs the development and implementation of City-wide policies and organizational systems.

· Leads continuous improvement, workforce planning, and organizational development.

· Selects, mentors, and evaluates department heads and senior management.

· Facilitates interdepartmental cooperation and organizational alignment.

Strategic Planning & Policy Implementation

· Advises City Council on policy matters and operational concerns.

· Translates Council goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.

· Leads development and execution of long-range and strategic plans.

· Monitors legislative and regulatory developments impacting the City.

Financial Management & Budget Administration

· Oversees development and administration of the annual budget and capital improvement plan.

· Ensures financial transparency, responsibility, and adherence to fiscal policies.

· Evaluates financial trends and recommends strategies for stability and sustainability.

Community & Public Relations

· Serves as the City’s primary administrative liaison to the public and community groups.

· Communicates complex information clearly and transparently.

· Responds to citizen concerns with professionalism and tact.

· Participates in community events and represents the City in public settings.

Intergovernmental & External Relations

· Builds and maintains strong relationships with federal, state, and regional agencies.

· Negotiates and administers contracts and intergovernmental agreements.

· Advocates for the City’s interest in legislative and policy discussions.

Legal, Regulatory, & Code Compliance

· Ensures enforcement of all City ordinances, municipal codes, policies, contracts, resolutions, and agreements.

· Coordinates with the City Attorney on legal and regulatory matters.

· Maintains compliance with all applicable laws and administrative requirements.

Operational Oversight & Project Management

· Oversees major initiatives, capital projects, and operational programs.

· Establishes project priorities, timelines, and reporting structures.

· Reviews departmental reports and performance data for operational decision-making.

· Demonstrates Economic Development leadership.

Council Relations & Governance Support

· Prepares reports, agenda materials, and policy recommendations for City Council.

· Ensures effective communication between staff and City Council.

· Attends Council meetings unless excused and ensures implementation of Council decisions.

Customer Service & Community Values

· Promotes a culture of exceptional customer service and accountability.

· Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and equity in all interactions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Public administration and municipal management principles.

· Organizational development, budgeting, strategic planning, and performance management.

· Municipal operations, including public works, public safety, utilities, finance, Human Resources, and more.

· Federal, state, and local laws affect municipal government.

· Contract administration, government finance, and intergovernmental relations.

· Lead and manage a complex municipal organization.

· Develop and implement policies and operational strategies.

· Work effectively with elected officials in a neutral, professional manner.

· Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

· Build positive relationships with staff, partners, and community groups.

· Make sound, timely decisions with professionalism and judgment.

· Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters appropriately.

Required Education, Training, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution and six years of experience; or ten years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education, Training, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other: Master’s degree in public administration from an accredited educational institution and eight years of experience; or twelve years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervision: Department Heads

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental/Motor Demands: The mental/motor demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Routine duties; major decision-making on complex issues; awareness of safety.

Work Environment: The work environment described here are representative of the duties of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Involves exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401a with employer match, Life Insurance, Long-term disability, and Flex Spending account, vehicle allowance, and cell phone allowance.

The City of Craig is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, as well as meet the physical demands, mental/motor demands, and work environment characteristics. The City encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.

I have read and understand the duties of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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