Crestwood is a well-established community just 14 miles southwest of downtown St. Louis. This dynamic suburb blends classic homes, local shops, and the calm of true neighborhood living. Ranked #1 Best Place to Buy a House in Missouri, along with top 25 rankings for Best Places to Live, Retire, and Raise a Family (Niche, 2025), Crestwood offers an exceptional environment to raise a family and build a career.
The Board of Aldermen and the Mayor are seeking an achievement‑oriented leader and skilled manager – someone who will work with them as a partner and trusted advisor, while fully recognizing that the City Administrator serves at the direction of the elected body. They are looking for an individual who is candid, principled, and willing to provide honest guidance, even when the message is not the easiest to deliver.
The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or other public related fields from an accredited college or university. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 5-10 years of progressive senior management experience as a City Administrator, Assistant City Administrator, or Department Head. A master’s degree in business, public administration, or related field is preferred. Finally, Crestwood wants an Administrator that is committed to remaining in this position for 5-10 years.
The salary range is $160,000 to $200,000. The salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Benefits are excellent. To apply, e-mail your cover letter and resume to apply@cb-asso.com by May 1st. Please apply ASAP as resumes will be screened as they arrive. Questions should be first directed to Scott Krim at (801) 628-8364, then to Colin Baenziger at (561) 707-3537. For more information, go to www.cb-asso.com and click on “Executive Search / Active Recruitments”.