TOWN OF SUPERIOR, COLORADO
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Foothills community located to advantage along US 36 between Boulder and Denver Metro, founded in 1896, incorporated in 1904, pop. 12,000 with expected total 14,000, now stabilizing after rapid growth since 1990, seeks a professional Town Manager to promote economic development, diversify the tax base, plan for quality service levels balanced with resources and complement the Town Board on policy and implementation. Residents value excellent schools, open space, outdoor activity, and high quality development and Town identity. Town has 26 employees, highly professional management team, outsource engineering and planning, public safety contract with Sheriff’s Office and fire protection from regional district. Total budget is $39M. Highly educated population, upscale property values and incomes. Appointed by 7-member Board of Trustees, including Mayor, salary very competitive, DOQ, plus excellent benefits. Degree in public administration or related field, graduate degree strongly preferred, plus significant chief administrative experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Provide support for Board’s processes and leadership for thriving staff. Positive communications and relational skills among diverse resident groups and businesses. Problem solver, experience with service and maintenance planning and positive collaboration with neighboring towns, County, districts and regional institutions. Skilled in strategic planning and alignment of staff work for measurable, steady accomplishment. Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Tom Dority, The Mercer Group, Inc., 4520 W. 14th Street Drive, Greeley, CO 80634-3147, tomdority@comcast.net , by November 20, 2006. EOE. Applicants must request confidentiality to assure all materials will remain confidential until finalists are named for interviews.