Application Review Begins: November 5, 2025 – Open Until Filled

The City of Helena, Montana’s capital city (population ~33,000), seeks an experienced, collaborative, and innovative City Manager to lead a team of 380 employees across eleven departments and manage an FY 2026 budget of $113.25 million. Reporting to the City Commission, the City Manager will advance Helena’s Strategic Plan and promote effective, transparent, and community-focused government.

Nestled against the Continental Divide, Helena offers historic charm, a vibrant economy, excellent schools, and over 150 miles of trails—making it one of Montana’s most livable and connected communities.

The Successful Candidate will:

Be a visionary, relationship-oriented leader who values accountability and collaboration.
Bring strong experience in public-sector management, budgeting, infrastructure planning, and community development.
Demonstrate proven ability to work effectively with elected officials, staff, and residents.

Qualifications:

Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, or related field (master’s preferred) and seven years of progressive local-government leadership. ICMA-CM credential preferred.

Compensation:

$175,000–$205,000 DOE plus comprehensive benefits: paid leave, health insurance, life insurance, car allowance, and employer retirement contributions of 17% combined to PERS and deferred compensation.

Apply: Submit a cover letter, resumé, and three professional references to the following link:

[Helena City Manager Application Portal] (or copy and paste this URL into your browser): https://wkf.ms/3VOYzqG

or Mail: P.O. Box 1251, Helena, MT 59624

For full details and the recruitment brochure, visit:

https://cmsmontana.com/PDFs/Helena%20City%20Manager.pdf

Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must include DD-214 documentation. Application review begins November 5, 2025, and continues until the city fills the position.

The City of Helena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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