CITY OF MUSCATINE, IOWA
The City of Muscatine, Iowa, population +22,000, a full service community located on the Mississippi, is seeking a City Administrator to replace the former Administrator who had 20 years service with the City. The City of Muscatine has a professional experienced staff; many interesting ongoing and future projects; great recreation, cultural and educational facilities; located within 15 minutes of Interstate 80, has rail and air service, 200 miles west of Chicago and 250 north of St Louis. It is truly an excellent professional and advancement opportunity!
The City Administrator position was created by Ordinance. The City Administrator is responsible for annual budget, direction of all municipal employees, appointment of all employees except Police and Fire Chiefs who report to City Administrator. Candidate should have 5 – 7 years experience in a comparable sized community or as an Assistant in a larger community, earned an MPA or related degree. They must possess outstanding finance/budget skills, must be able to communicate effectively with Council, Staff, citizens, business community and other governments. Should be involved in the community; understand all facets of government, be a strong visionary leader; understanding of annexation, TIF and Enterprise Zones helpful; technology astute and possess a positive outlook and good sense of humor.
Muscatine offers competitive benefits with a proposed salary range of $90,000 to $125,000, DOQ and experience. To be considered, submit a hard copy and resume with cover letter by September 7, 2009, to: Gary Goddard, Senior Vice President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 85 South Seminary Street, Suite #3, Galesburg, Illinois 61401. garygoddard@usa.net. Contact www.mercergroupinc.com for more information and a brochure on this excellent opportunity.
The City of Muscatine is an Equal Opportunity employer.