City Manager

Corporation of Ranson • Ranson, WV

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About The Position

The City of Ranson, West Virginia, is seeking a visionary, collaborative executive to serve as its next City Manager. Ranson is a rapidly growing community in the Eastern Panhandle, about 60 miles from the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, with historic roots, commercial development, neighborhood expansion, and major public infrastructure initiatives. The city aims to become a model of sustainable, smart-growth municipal management.

Under the Mayor-Manager form of government, the City Manager partners with the Mayor and City Council to advance a shared vision for community vitality, economic resilience, and operational excellence. The role provides executive leadership for city employees and oversight of contractors, guests, and visitors. The City Manager will oversee municipal capital projects, public improvements, and civic facility upgrades; manage municipal budgets, revenues, and state and federal grants; and foster an accountable, professional workplace focused on staff development and responsive public service. The position will also support the Ranson Comprehensive 2034 plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible municipal or executive leadership experience, such as municipal management, executive directorship, or department director experience.
• Proven track record of open communication with elected officials, legal thoroughness, transparent financial reporting, and effective public presentation.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree, MPA, or ICMA-CM designation is strongly preferred.
• Residency within the City of Ranson limits is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Mayor and City Council to establish clear communication protocols, ensure administrative transparency, and execute long-range council goals.
• Oversee municipal capital projects, public improvements, and civic facility upgrades in support of the Ranson Comprehensive 2034 plan.
• Provide executive leadership and oversight for employees, contractors, guests, and visitors.
• Maintain sound municipal budgeting and revenue management, and administer federal and state grants.
• Foster an open, professional municipal work environment emphasizing accountability, staff development, and responsive public service.

What This Job Offers

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