From the City’s website:
City Manager Position Available
Posted 4/4/2008Alliance Resources Consulting, LLC has been hired by the City of Gaithersburg to conduct a national search for Gaithersburg’s next City Manager. The position has been vacant since the retirement of former City Manager Dave Humpton on October 26, 2007. The consultant has solicited input from the Mayor and Council, citizens and staff to define the ideal qualities and qualifications for the successful candidate. The position description and formal announcement of the job appear below.
Master’s degree in public or business administration (or related field) and a minimum of 10 years of managerial experience in a medium-to-large sized city, county, or comparable organization. Gaithersburg is a CHARACTER COUNTS City and candidates must have high ethical standards and the integrity and courage to express their opinion and disagree when appropriate. The person should be able to do what is right, not necessarily what is popular.
It is desirable that candidates have knowledge of community development, budgeting and financial management, planning, economic development and redevelopment (including mixed-use projects), public works, negotiation, intergovernmental relations, and community relations.
The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and is the chief administrative officer of the City, responsible for managing the City’s organization and administrative operations in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by the City Council. Work is performed under the direction of the Mayor and City Council. The City has over 250 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $53 million. The City Manager’s Office also oversees several special programs such as Environmental Affairs, Economic Development, Human Services, and the Public Information Office.
Salary Range: $117,804 - $186,191 (Grade 146) (Depending on Qualifications)
Generous benefits package including retirement plans and health, dental, life, and long-term care insurance.
Interested candidates may apply for this position and obtain additional information at http://www.allianceresourceconsulting.com/Public/jobprofile.aspx?pid=357
Confidential questions, inquiries, and nominations may be directed to:
Eric J. Middleton, Managing Partner
emiddleton@alliancerc.com
Alliance Resource Consulting LLC1940 Duke Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.684.3120 (Telephone)
703.548.9446 (Fax)