City Manager

📍 Converse, TX

The City of Converse seeks a dynamic and experienced City Manager to lead our growing community. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader with a strong municipal management, economic development, and public administration background.

Why Join Us?

As City Manager, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of Converse by overseeing city operations, working closely with elected officials, and engaging with the community to drive progress. We offer a competitive compensation package based on qualifications and a robust benefits program, including:

✅ Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families

✅ Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave from the date of hire

✅ Retirement benefits through TMRS (7% employee contribution with a 2-to-1 City match)

✅ Employer-sponsored long-term disability and life insurance

✅ Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and supplemental retirement plans

✅ A supportive and collaborative work environment in a growing city

What You’ll Do:

As the Chief Administrative Officer, the City Manager is responsible for:

✔️ Overseeing all city departments and operations

✔️ Implementing policies established by the City Council

✔️ Preparing and managing the city’s annual budget

✔️ Leading economic development efforts and community initiatives

✔️ Ensuring compliance with city, state, and federal laws

✔️ Advising City Council on financial and strategic priorities

✔️ Engaging with residents, businesses, and stakeholders to drive innovation and growth

What We’re Looking For:

🔹 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, including 5+ years as a City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or government executive

🔹 Proven success in economic development, budgeting, and municipal operations

🔹 Strong leadership skills and experience working with elected officials and community stakeholders

🔹 Preferred: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field

🔹 Ability to pass background and credit checks, a medical exam, and a drug screening

🔹 Valid Texas Driver’s License (or ability to obtain one) with an acceptable driving record

⚠️ Residency Requirement: The selected candidate must relocate to Converse within six (6) months of appointment.

How to Apply:

📍 Apply online: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2974147/City-of-Converse/City-Manager

📌 Application package must include a letter of interest, resume, references, and any additional materials you wish to submit.

📢 Don't Wait! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and this posting may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied.

For questions or accommodations, please contact hr-staff@conversetx.net (Phone calls will not be accepted).

🔹 The City of Converse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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