Orting, Washington, is located approximately 15 miles southeast of Tacoma and about 45 miles south of Seattle. The city was incorporated in 1889 and is home to more than 9,500 residents. Orting lies in the Puyallup River Valley near the foothills of the Cascade Range, surrounded by farmland, forested foothills, and views of Mount Rainier. The Foothills Trail, a regional multi-use trail that runs through the city, provides miles of walking and cycling opportunities and connects Orting to neighboring communities and scenic areas along the Puyallup River corridor. Parks, riverfront areas, and open space provide additional recreational opportunities throughout the year. Orting functions largely as a bedroom community with commuters traveling to employment centers in Tacoma, Puyallup, and the greater Seattle metropolitan area.

The City of Orting operates with an adopted budget of $37,702,475, including a General Fund budget of $4,777,853, and 46.25 FTEs. City services include Executive & Administration, Finance, Community Development, Municipal Court, Police, and Public Works. The City operates under a Strong Mayor form of government with the Mayor serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the City. The appointed City Administrator serves as a full-time professional manager responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations and implementing the policy direction established by the seven-member City Council.

Acting on behalf of the Mayor, the City Administrator assists in directing the day-to-day administration of City government and supports the coordination of department heads to ensure the effective implementation of City Council policies, priorities, and adopted goals. The position provides strategic and operational counsel to the Mayor and City leadership on fiscal management, administrative practices, and policy alternatives to support informed decision-making. The City Administrator coordinates staff activities across departments and may oversee subordinate personnel as assigned. The role regularly interacts with elected officials, state, county, and municipal partners, consultants, and community stakeholders.

Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in public administration, business administration, planning, or a closely related field is preferred. Qualified candidates will typically possess at least five (5) years of experience in local government or municipal operations, including a minimum of three (3) years in progressively responsible management or supervisory roles. Any combination of education and professional experience that demonstrates the knowledge, judgment, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the responsibilities of the position may be considered.

Benefits include but are not limited to: Public pension through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (WA PERS). Deferred compensation plan. Medical, dental and vision insurance with City-paid employee premiums and cost-sharing for spouse and dependents. Long-term disability insurance. $10,000 basic life insurance for employees. Vacation: 4 - 5 weeks per year depending on longevity. Holidays: 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually. Sick leave: 12 days per year. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

For a complete position profile, full job description 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 Orting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by April 19, 2026. (First review, open until filled.)