CITY OF EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN
This is an exciting opportunity to provide leadership and management to a premier community with a high quality of life. Eau Claire is a high quality of life community located in west central Wisconsin about 90 miles east of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN. Population is approximately 63,536. The City is governed by an eleven-member City Council. Five members are elected by district and five members are elected at-large. City Council President is directly elected. Specific requirements include graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business Management or a closely-related field. A related Master’s degree is preferred. The position requires seven to ten years of progressively responsible administrative, municipal or local government experience or related private sector background. Evidence of continued professional development such as designation as an ICMA Credentialed Public Manager would be a plus. Experience with municipal budgeting, tax freezes and consolidation of services among governmental agencies would be beneficial. It is important for the successful candidate to be focused on customer service, be a good facilitator and have an appreciation for the use of technology. Current Manager was in place for 14 years. The selected individual will be the Chief Executive Officer responsible for administration of all departments within the City government. The City Manager is appointed by and reports to the City Council and serves at their pleasure. A primary responsibility of the City Manager is to direct the preparation of the City budget which the City Manager reviews, makes necessary changes and presents a recommended budget to the City Council. The City Manager has the authority to appoint all heads of departments, except the Police and Fire Chiefs who are appointed by the Police and Fire Commission. The City Manager also has authority to appoint or remove all subordinate City officials and City employees subject to applicable labor contracts and negotiated agreements. The Eau Claire community is a highly desirable place in which to live and work for many reasons. It is known for its excellent schools, abundant recreational opportunities, beautiful environment and quality of family life. The 2006 City operating budget is $86.4 million and there are 490 full-time City employees. The starting salary for the City Manager of the City of Eau Claire will be market competitive depending on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. The previous City Manager earned $110,800 per annum, plus a $500 per month automobile allowance and a competitive fringe benefit program. Reasonable relocation expenses will be paid for the successful candidate.
Send confidential resumes by close of business May 22, 2006, to James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 551 W. Cordova Road, #726, Santa Fe, NM 87505. Voice: 505-466-9500; Fax: 505-466-1274. E-Mail: mercer@mindspring.com, Website: www.mercergroupinc.com. The City of Eau Claire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority and Female Candidates are Encouraged to Apply.
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