City Administrator, Davenport, IA (population 100,724)

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, Davenport is characterized by rolling hills and breathtaking riverfront views. In fact, in 2021, WorldAtlas named it as one of ten “Prettiest River Towns in America.” More importantly, the City is known for its friendly neighbors, strong midwestern values and work ethic, proud heritage, and excellent quality of life.

The Mayor and City Council are seeking an individual who will be a partner, supporter, and trusted advisor to them, City staff, and the City’s Boards and Commissions.

Possession of a master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required; and, eight (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in a local public agency in an administrative and managerial capacity involving the development and administration of organization-wide policies and procedures and the supervision of management level employees, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the required work in this position.

The salary range is $200,000 to $290,000, and the actual salary will depend on qualifications and experience. Benefits are excellent. To apply, e-mail your cover letter and resume to Recruit26@cb-asso.com by November 7, 2025. Questions should be directed to Colin Baenziger at (561) 707-3537 or Lynelle Klein (970) 433-7189. For more information, go to www.cb-asso.com and click on “Executive Search / Active Recruitments”.