City Administrator

Sumter Local Government Consulting•White House, TN

91d•$160,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

The City of White House is seeking a highly experienced, collaborative, and results-oriented municipal executive to serve as its next City Administrator. As the City’s chief administrative officer, the City Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of municipal government, ensuring alignment with policies established by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and all applicable laws. Working in close partnership with the Mayor and Board, the City Administrator provides overall organizational leadership while ensuring that services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in support of the community’s long-term vision. White House operates under a Mayor-Aldermanic form of government. Policy direction is established by an elected Mayor and a Board of Aldermen, with the Mayor serving as a voting member of the Board.

Requirements

Brings professional confidence, clarity, and conviction to organizational leadership.
Capable of making difficult decisions while maintaining the trust and confidence of the Board, staff, and community.
Recognized as a leader who earns respect through action and accountability.
Proven track record in municipal government management with hands-on experience overseeing operations, capital projects, budgets, personnel, and service delivery in a growing community environment.
Understands the importance of visibility and accessibility in a community like White House.
Attends community events, participates in civic life, and builds genuine relationships with residents, business owners, and neighborhood leaders.
Understands the demands that rapid residential and commercial growth places on municipal infrastructure.
Brings experience managing capital improvement programs, road and utility projects, and growth planning in a fiscally responsible manner.
Communicates clearly and professionally with the Board, staff, and citizens.
Provides honest counsel to elected officials, keeps the Board fully informed, and ensures that all service requests from residents are tracked and resolved efficiently.
Connects effectively with state and county government agencies.
Operates with the highest level of integrity and transparency.
Actively involved in professional organizations and remains current with best practices in municipal administration.
Skilled at respectfully navigating opposing viewpoints, mediating complex issues, and guiding stakeholders toward constructive and practical solutions.

Nice To Haves

A commitment to living close to the community is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary operational leader of the City organization.
Direct and coordinate all municipal operations and departmental activities.
Provide policy recommendations and strategic guidance to the Board.
Support the development and implementation of long-range goals and initiatives.
Employ, promote, discipline, suspend, and discharge employees and department heads in accordance with Board-approved personnel policies.
Prepare and submit the annual budget and capital program to the Board.
Act as purchasing agent for the municipality in accordance with Board policies.
Evaluate departmental funding needs and ensure sound fiscal practices.
Leverage property tax, sales tax, and impact fee revenues to support strategic investment.
Recommend priority programs and projects involving public works and public improvements.
Oversee the City's infrastructure assets including roads, the municipal asphalt plant, sewer systems, and stormwater.
Ensure projects are properly planned, funded, and executed in alignment with the City's growth trajectory.
Lead and support a fully staffed team of department heads across police, fire, parks, public services, wastewater, planning, and library.
Establish performance expectations and accountability standards.
Foster a culture of professionalism, responsiveness, and continuous improvement.
Log and track all service requests from the Board and citizens.
Ensure requests are routed within 24 hours to the appropriate department and resolved in a timely manner.
Maintain regular communication with residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.
Build and maintain relationships with state and county agencies, regional partners, utility districts, and neighboring municipalities.
Represent the City in intergovernmental matters and advocate for White House's interests at the state and regional level.