Forest Grove, (pop. 27,551), is located in Washington County in beautiful northwest Oregon, surrounded by rolling hills, evergreen forests, and vineyards that create a scenic backdrop for year-round recreation. From wineries and art galleries to concerts, sports fields, and lakes, Forest Grove offers an abundance of opportunities to live, work, and play in a vibrant and engaging setting. The city offers convenient access to the Portland metropolitan area and the Oregon Coast. Forest Grove is also served by the TriMet regional bus system, with 15-minute service that connects to the MAX light rail just six miles away, linking residents directly to downtown Portland. Forest Grove is home to Pacific University, the first university established west of the Mississippi, the roots of Willamette Valley’s pinot noir industry, and a thriving community of artists, academics, and outdoor enthusiasts.

The City of Forest Grove is a full-service city that operates under a council-city manager form of government, with 232 full-time employees and a 2025 budget of $162.2 million. Services include water, electricity, fire and police, parks and recreation, aquatics, library, engineering, public works, community development, building, economic development, municipal court, administration, and communications.

The Legislative and Executive Department includes the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Recorder, and Executive Assistant to the City Manager. This department operates with a budget of approximately $800,000 and is responsible for managing and overseeing all city operations and functions. The City Manager, serving as the department head, provides leadership and direction for the day-to-day administration of the City, ensuring that all departments operate efficiently and align with City Council policies. The department also maintains intergovernmental relationships and helps inform and educate the public about City programs and services. Under the general direction of the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager provides high-level, complex support and helps oversee the operations of assigned City departments. This position assists in implementing City Council goals and objectives, coordinates activities with other departments and external agencies, and serves as Acting City Manager in the City Manager’s absence.

Education & Experience: The equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or a related field is required. An advanced degree in public administration or a closely related field is desirable but not essential. Broad knowledge and experience related to City government operations and applicable county, state or federal laws, plus five (5) years of increasingly responsible management and administrative experience, preferably in a governmental organization, is required. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position will be considered.

For a complete position profile, full job description, benefits summary and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. The City of Forest Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by August 17, 2025. (First review, open until filled.)