Independence, MO – City Manager

About the Position

Are you a forward-thinking, relationship-driven public sector leader who excels at managing complex organizations and driving strategic, community-centered results? If so, consider becoming the next City Manager for the City of Independence, Missouri.

Independence is seeking an exceptional communicator and systems-minded administrator who is:

• Experienced in large-scale municipal operations
• Skilled in financial stewardship and organizational performance
• Effective at building trust with elected officials, employees, and the community

Located just east of Kansas City, with a population of 123,000, the community offers convenient access to regional employment centers, entertainment districts, professional sports, Truman Library & Museum, Midwest trails, high-quality parks, and a diverse mix of neighborhoods.

Independence operates under a Council–Manager form of government. Reporting to the Mayor and City Council, the next City Manager will lead a full-service city with more than 11 departments. The ideal City Manager will be a seasoned municipal executive with experience managing a full-service city, large workforce, and complex political environment.

Required qualifications for this position include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or related field
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible executive leadership experience in local government
• Experience overseeing a full-service municipality with utilities or complex enterprise operations
• Demonstrated success in budgeting, strategic planning, intergovernmental relations, and staff leadership
• Residency with the City of Independence is required for the City Manager with a reasonable time frame, as agreed upon by the City Council following the start of employment, in accordance with the City Charter.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) or related field
• Experience managing a city of similar size or larger
• Experience with electric utilities, major capital programs, and redevelopment projects
• ICMA-CM credential

The salary range for this position is $220,000 – $260,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more information, contact:

Billy Owens, Senior Vice President
[email protected]

Phone: (972) 989-3686