Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (Deputy/COO)

Champaign Park District • Washington, DC

299d • $200,000 - $300,000

About The Position

The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is seeking an experienced, strategic, and mission-driven executive to serve as its next Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer (Deputy/COO). The organization is the leading authority on leadership and management for professional local government managers and administrators serving U.S. and international municipalities. ICMA's services support more than 13,000 members. While most members are U.S. based, ICMA is committed to global engagement across a network of more than 30 countries from Australia to Zambia. ICMA is committed to the preservation of the values and integrity of representative local government and local democracy and is dedicated to the promotion of efficient and effective management of public services. Reporting directly to the CEO/Executive Director, the Deputy/COO will play a vital role in leading the organization in partnership with the CEO/Executive Director. The Deputy/COO will play an integral role in organizational leadership, guiding cross-functional collaboration, and advancing strategic initiatives that support ICMA's mission. This individual will oversee key business lines and functions, facilitate decision-making on complex organizational issues, and act on behalf of the CEO/Executive Director as needed. As a senior leader and trusted advisor, the Deputy/COO will work closely with the Leadership Team and Executive Board to ensure ICMA remains agile, effective, and aligned with the evolving needs of its members and the local government profession worldwide.

Requirements

• Master's degree in public or business administration or related discipline.
• Ten (10) years of local government management experience.
• Demonstrated executive leadership in complex organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a nonprofit or association setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization in partnership with the CEO/Executive Director.
• Guide cross-functional collaboration and advance strategic initiatives.
• Oversee key business lines and functions.
• Facilitate decision-making on complex organizational issues.
• Act on behalf of the CEO/Executive Director as needed.
• Work closely with the Leadership Team and Executive Board.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Health savings (with employer contribution), flexible spending, and dependent care accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Paid holidays, vacation, floating days, and sick leave.
• Wellness programs and professional development support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree