Lead the Financial and Administrative Engine of Connecticut’s Fastest-Growing City

Stamford, Connecticut — the state’s second-largest city with 135,000+ residents — is seeking a Director of Administration to serve on the Mayor’s Cabinet and provide executive leadership over the City’s entire financial and administrative operation. This is not a behind-the-scenes role: you’ll oversee 10 divisions, manage 300+ capital projects, steer a AAA-rated bond portfolio, and directly shape how a thriving, diverse city of Fortune 500 headquarters and waterfront neighborhoods delivers for its residents.

Responsibilities of The Director of Administration

Serves as a key member of the Mayor’s Cabinet, providing executive leadership over the City’s financial and administrative operations. Including: Operating and Capital Budget, Controller, Accounting, Internal and External Audits, Finance Reporting, Purchasing, Risk Management, Grants Preparation and Administration, Property Assessment, Tax Collection, Revenue Collection and Technology Systems for the City

Qualifications:

· The qualifications required would generally be a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance Accounting, Economics or related fields. A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in financial and administrative management, preferably in municipal or public sector environment. At least 5 years of senior-level leadership or executive management experience overseeing multiple functional/department areas.

· Preferred: Master’s degree in related fields, experience working in a mayor-council form of government. Experience overseeing or coordinating departments such as Controller, Treasury, Payroll, Grants, Purchasing, Risk Management, Property Assessment and Tax and Revenue Collection Services. Significant relevant or transferable experience could be used to adjust the required years of experience

Compensation and Application Process

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience (DOQ), with a range of $167,316–$200,777, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits include participation in the State Partnership Health Plan (medical, dental, and vision), a defined contribution 457 retirement plan with a 2:1 City match, 14 holidays, and 20 vacation days.
This is an at-will position reporting directly to the Mayor.

Stamford is an AA/EOE employer For more information, visit www.stamfordct.gov

To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter to Ms. Frank by April 22, 2026. The position will remain open until it is filled.

Contact Ms. Frank if you have any questions – Ms. Randi Frank, randi@randifrank.com See website for full profile: www.randifrank.com 203-213-3722

Randi Frank Consulting, LLC

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