City of Loveland, CO - City Manager
About The Position
The City of Loveland seeks a values-based executive with strong financial acumen to guide the city toward lasting fiscal sustainability. Loveland is a home rule city with a nine-member City Council and approximately 950 benefit-eligible employees. The City provides police, public works, parks and recreation, library, economic development, and municipal water, wastewater, and power utility services. Reporting to the City Council, the City Manager serves as the City's chief executive, leads nearly every City department, and advises the Council on budget, policy, and long-range planning. Early priorities include financial sustainability, community trust and transparency, partnership with the Council, and staff development. The salary range is $295,000–$330,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Finalists will undergo a comprehensive background investigation, including a driving record check, and a selection process. Records submitted on behalf of a finalist may be available for public inspection or copying, with exceptions for letters of reference and specified personal data.
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.
- Residency within the City limits or the Community Influence Area within six months of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the City's chief executive.
- Lead nearly every City department.
- Advise the City Council on budget, policy, and long-range planning.
- Advance financial sustainability, community trust and transparency, partnership with the Council, and staff development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
