Assistant City Manager

City of Puyallup • Puyallup, WA

1d • $179,148 - $229,344

About The Position

The City of Puyallup is seeking an engaging leader to join the City Manager’s Office and Executive Leadership Team as Assistant City Manager. The role supports public service and the well-being of the community. The City values excellence, service focus, collaboration, and integrity. Puyallup is a community of 44,000 situated at the foot of Mount Rainier and serves as a regional commercial center with a diversified economy. The salary range, depending on qualifications, is $179,148–$229,344 annually (2027 rate). Applicants are asked to submit an application, résumé, and cover letter through the City’s Employment Opportunities website by November 23 at 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college with a degree in Public Administration or a similar field, and four years of experience in a responsible administrative capacity in municipal government involving responsibility for planning, organizing, and executing a varied work program; or a combination of education, experience, and training that indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a responsible administrative capacity in municipal government, involving the planning, organization, and execution of a varied work program.
• Join the City Manager’s Office and Executive Leadership Team in supporting public service and the well-being of the community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package for employees and their families.
• Participation in the State of Washington retirement program.
• Optional voluntary deferred compensation.
• Participation in the City’s VEBA.
• Generous holiday and leave program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager