City of Kalamazoo, Michigan

Deputy City Manager
Annual salary range: $160,000 to $200,000 DOQ
The city offers an outstanding benefits package.
Filing deadline: November 24, 2026.

The City of Kalamazoo is seeking an experienced, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as its next Deputy City Manager. This is an outstanding opportunity to help guide a diverse, 643-employee organization with a $388.7 million budget while advancing the City’s long-term strategic vision.

Working closely with the City Manager, the Deputy City Manager will provide executive leadership, advise on organizational strategy and policy, support department directors, strengthen employee culture, and build effective relationships with the City Commission, employees, and community stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a visionary, ethical, and results-oriented generalist with excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to build consensus and manage complex organizational priorities.

Kalamazoo offers a vibrant community with outstanding educational and healthcare institutions, diverse neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and a strong sense of community.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field; at least seven years of progressively responsible relevant experience; and five years of supervisory experience. A master’s degree is preferred.

Submit a résumé, cover letter, and six professional references to: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2689

For more information contact:

David Niemeyer
Executive Recruiter
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3366
dniemeyer@cpshr.us
or
Rachael Danke
CPS HR Consulting
916-471-3323
rdanke@cpshr.us

Lead. Innovate. Build Community. Join Kalamazoo.

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://publuu.com/flip-book/66404/2662609
City of Kalamazoo website: https://www.kalamazoocity.org

The City of Kalamazoo is an equal opportunity employer.