The City of Charles City, Iowa (population 7,396) seeks a dedicated city management professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated fiscal management abilities, and a commitment to transparent and collaborative leadership as its next City Administrator. Charles City is located in northeast Iowa, along the Cedar River. Charles City is a significant commercial and transportation area in the region, located along the U.S. Routes 18 and 218, and Iowa Highway 14 and served by the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific railroads. Charles City is approximately 150 miles northwest of the Des Moines Metropolitan area and 160 miles southeast of Minneapolis, MN. Starting annual salary for preferred qualifications $135-145K and competitive benefits package. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of progressive public sector management experience. City of Charles City residency is required within six months of hire. Relocation allowance is negotiable.

Requested materials include: a cover letter, resume, and five work-related references.