Welcome to Wilmington, a city with beautiful riverfront views, lively arts and entertainment, and streets steeped in rich history. Situated between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, and located 93 miles southeast of Fayetteville and 58 miles southwest of Jacksonville, Wilmington is a gem. The City is rightly known as one of the “Most Charming River Towns In North Carolina” (WorldAtlas, 2023) and one of “The 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns In The South” (Southern Living, 2024). The perfect combination of small-town Southern charm with large city amenities, Wilmington is a treasure sure to provide something for everyone.

The City Council is seeking an achievement-oriented leader and manager. They want someone to work with them as a partner and trusted advisor - someone who will be honest and tell them what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. They desire a Manager who will help them implement a shared vision - a plan to bring together all the elements needed to ensure the long-term health and well-being of the community. The Council seeks a candidate who embraces the diversity of the Wilmington community and are open to different perspectives.

Accomplishments in intergovernmental relations will be important as the City frequently interacts with the local universities, the port authority, the county, other local governments, as well as state and federal agencies. Experience in a coastal community, college towns, public transportation, and public/private partnerships are all pluses. North Carolina experience is desirable but not mandatory. The position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, public policy or related field, and seven to ten years of increasingly responsible management experience in City government. A master's degree in public administration or a related field, and an ICMA Credentialed Manager designation are preferred.

The expected hiring range is $250,000 to $300,000. To apply, e-mail your cover letter and resume to Recruit33@cb-asso.com by February 28th. Please apply ASAP as resumes will be screened as they arrive. Questions should be directed to Scott Krim at (801) 628-8364, and then Colin Baenziger at (561) 707-3537. For more information, go to www.cb-asso.com and click on “Executive Search / Active Recruitments”.