City of Loveland City Manager

City of Loveland•Loveland, CO

About The Position

The City Manager directs, administers, and coordinates City activities in accordance with policies, goals, and objectives established by the City Council. The role leads the City to provide the best possible services within available human and financial resources and represents the City while developing positive working relationships with major customers and community partners. Appointed by and reporting to the nine-member City Council, the City Manager serves as chief executive of a full-service organization with approximately 950 benefit-eligible employees. The City Manager directs nearly every City department and serves as the Council’s principal advisor on budget, policy, and long-range planning. The position is responsible for organizational leadership, strategic financial planning, operational plans and policies, staff performance, community relations, and public information. Residency within the City limits or the Community Influence Area is required within six months of employment; the job description also states that residency in the City of Loveland must be established and maintained throughout employment. The hiring salary range is $295,000–$330,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, with additional executive benefits negotiable with the City Council. Applications must be submitted through SGR; applications submitted through the posting website will not be considered. The application deadline is Sunday, November 29, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Ten years of progressively responsible and diverse public or business administration experience.
Five years of experience at the City Manager or director level, or comparable private-sector experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Establish residency within the City limits or Community Influence Area within six months of employment; the job description also specifies that City of Loveland residency must be maintained for the duration of employment.
Knowledge of public administration principles, techniques, theories, and methods.
Knowledge of behavioral science related to leadership and management, and ability to apply that knowledge.
Knowledge of municipal organization structure and operations.
Ability to manage and coordinate activities of the overall City organization.
Skill in developing plans and people and evaluating them.
Ability to establish and maintain cohesive, team-oriented relationships with individuals within the City and broader community.
Verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Direct, administer, and coordinate City activities in accordance with City Council policies, goals, and objectives.
Advise City Council on technical and administrative matters, including budgets, funding, management, long-range planning, goals, and citizen participation; research and develop proposals for Council consideration.
Complete special projects as directed by City Council.
Serve as a community leader and liaison between the City and civic groups, residents, media, major employers, the school district, and other government agencies.
Create a strategic financial planning and reporting process that supports prudent use of public funds, a conservative balanced budget, and revenue and expense forecasting.
Direct the development, implementation, and evaluation of short- and long-term operational plans and policies based on City Council goals and objectives.
Lead Management Team meetings, delegate projects, monitor progress and outcomes, and conduct performance appraisals for directors and other staff.
Direct the development and establishment of equitable personnel policies throughout the City.
Promote collaboration and citizen participation, build consensus on sensitive issues, and work collaboratively across the organization and City.
Ensure a City-wide focus on residents as customers.
Provide accurate and timely public education and information about City decisions and policies.
Resolve major internal or external conflicts that jeopardize City goals and objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Two medical plan options through UMR, with the City contributing approximately 80% of the employee premium; the HDHP includes a City-funded HRA.
Dental coverage through Delta Dental of Colorado and vision coverage through VSP.
No-cost on-site Employee Wellness Center through Marathon Health and free virtual visits through Teladoc.
Medical premium incentive program, discounted Chilson Center fitness passes, and Employee Assistance Program.
Mandatory 401(a) retirement plan with a 3% employee contribution and 5% City contribution, increasing with longevity; 100% vested after three years.
Voluntary 457 deferred compensation and Roth options.
Participation in Social Security.
125 hours of vacation annually to start, increasing with service.
96 hours of medical leave annually.
Ten paid holidays and three floating holidays.
City-paid life and AD&D insurance equal to 1.5 times salary, up to $200,000.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts, a 529 college savings plan, and an employee discount program.
Additional executive benefits outside the City’s standard package may be negotiated with City Council.