City Manager

City Manager

The City of Gresham is seeking an exceptional, forward-thinking leader to serve as its next City Manager. This is a rare opportunity to guide a dynamic organization, partner closely with the Mayor and City Council, and help shape the future of a vibrant and growing community. First review of applications will take place on March 1, 2026.

As Oregon's fourth-largest city, Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition and heritage meet innovation and opportunity. Gresham is a dynamic and rapidly growing city where families and businesses have a mutual desire and drive to thrive. City of Gresham employees care deeply about the community they serve and go 'one step beyond' to deliver services in collaborative, inventive, practical, and nimble ways. Our work is challenging, fast-paced and rewarding.

We believe that to deliver the highest level of service to all Gresham community members, it is crucial we employ a diverse workforce, foster an inclusive working environment, and ensure our policies and systems result in equitable outcomes. The City seeks candidates who will support these values by continuously incorporating equity in their daily work and actively contributing to a workplace culture that respects unique viewpoints, life experiences and cultural perspectives. Come build the future with us.

As the City's Chief Executive Officer, the City Manager provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership across all municipal functions. Serving at the pleasure of the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager ensures the effective implementation of Council priorities while maintaining high standards of transparency, fiscal stewardship, and service delivery.

This role calls for a leader who can translate vision into actionsomeone who thrives in complex environments, builds trust across diverse stakeholders, and leads with integrity, accountability, and innovation.

Key responsibilities include :

• Serve as the chief administrative officer of the City, overseeing all operations and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Provide organizational leadership and direction to department heads and a diverse municipal workforce.
• Develop and implement citywide strategic plans, policies, and performance initiatives.
• Partner with the Mayor and City Council to advance their vision, goals, and Council Work Plan priorities.
• Direct the development and administration of the City's annual budget and long-range financial planning efforts.
• Represent the City with elected officials, community groups, regional partners, and public-private collaborators.
• Lead complex negotiations, manage contracts, and guide intergovernmental and community partnerships.
• Promote an equitable, inclusive workplace and ensure equitable delivery of City programs and services.

The City provides full family, comprehensive medical and dental insurance. Vision and prescription coverages are included in the medical plans. Most limited term and regular status employees who work at least 30 hours per week pay nothing for their medical and dental coverage. Medical Insurance Options :

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Additional benefits include : Employer paid life insurance and long term disability, an employer sponsored deferred compensation plan, flexible spending accounts (medical, child care), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement (City picks up the 6% employee's contribution), an employer contribution to a HRA / VEBA medical savings account, paid time off (PTO) accrual at a minimum of 12.66 hours per month, and 4 hours of sick leave, in addition to nine paid holidays and 3.5 paid floating holidays per year.