City of Amery WI Administrator Position Announcement
The City of Amery is on the lookout for a forward-thinking leader to step into the role of City Administrator. The City of Amery is a vibrant community located only an hour from the Twin Cities along the Apple River in northwest Wisconsin. With three lakes within city limits and numerous other lakes in the immediate area including Bear Trap Lake and Lake Wapogasset, Amery is truly the City of Lakes. Amery's population of 2,952 and its proximity to the Twin Cities offers residents and visitors a small town feel with access to big city amenities. Amery has a charming downtown with shops, restaurants, and cultural facilities where one can experience local history, art, and cuisine.
The city government is led by a Mayor and six Council Members that are elected on a non-partisan basis with two year and four-year overlapping terms respectively. In addition to the Mayor and Council members, the city employs 24 full-time staff, 15 part-time/seasonal staff, as well as a part-time Fire Chief, 39 volunteer firefighters, and 9 fire explorers.
Amery’s 2024 budget is as follows: General Fund – $3,868,349, Library Fund – $477,789, Debt Service Fund – $630,000, Capital Projects Fund – $200,000, TID Funds (4) – $378,800, Water Fund – $539,950, and Sewer Fund – $769,250.
For more information, visit the City of Amery website at Amery, WI.
Qualifications
A successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in public administration, political science, business management, or closely related field, and a minimum of four years progressively responsible administrative and leadership experience in a municipal organization.
The candidate should possess a high level of both personal and professional integrity, have a strong work ethic, be a team builder and leader in addressing community issues and problems, have dynamic leadership skills, and demonstrate open and positive communication skills (including marketing and public relations). The successful candidate must demonstrate a verifiable record and experience in the following areas: budget development and management, economic development, project management, governmental accounting, and human resources (pay, performance, and general personnel management).
Starting salary range is $95,000-$110,000 DOQ plus excellent benefits.
How to Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, salary history and five-work related references (as a single PDF) to Darrell Hofland, Public Administration Associates, LLC, at darrell.hofland@gmail.com. Include “City of Amery Search” in the subject line. For questions regarding the position, contact Mr. Hofland at 920-627-4538. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Confidentiality must be requested by the applicant and cannot be guaranteed for the finalists.
