The City of Sumner, Iowa (pop. 2,030) seeks a visionary leader with outstanding communication, project management, planning, and economic development capabilities as its first City Administrator. Sumner is located in Northeast Iowa near Waverly and Waterloo/Cedar Falls and offers a thriving and quintessential small town Iowa experience. The City Administrator will be highly collaborative and visible throughout the community. The City offers a competitive benefits package and an annual starting salary between $85-95K for preferred qualifications including a related Bachelor’s Degree and three years of related experience. City residency strongly preferred. Relocation allowance is negotiable for relocation within city limits. Submit resume, cover letter, and five references by April 15, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Central Time. EOE.

Detailed position profile available at: https://bit.ly/sumnerca2026.