Town Administrator - Meeker, OK

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Town Administrator - Meeker, OK

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Job description:

Town Administrator

Certified City Manager (ICMA CM or equivalent) preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits;
Compensation will be established by the Board of Trustees based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and the Town's adopted budget

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Desirable four-day, 10-hour workweek (Monday–Thursday). Position requires flexibility and availability to work evenings, weekends, and outside regular business hours as needed to attend meetings, respond to emergencies, and address essential municipal operations.

• Participation in the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund (OkMRF) Define Contribution City Manager Plan

Meeker is actively pursuing new opportunities for economic development, job creation, housing expansion, and retail growth. The next City Manager must bring a positive, proactive attitude toward advancing the City’s economic potential.

• A strong interest in attracting new businesses, industries, and employers
• A collaborative approach to retail recruitment
• Ability to build relationships with developers, regional partners, and state agencies
• A forward looking mindset that embraces growth while protecting community character.

The City Manager will play a key role in positioning Meeker for long term economic success.

Under the general direction of the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager oversees daily operations of all city departments, supervises employees, prepare and manages the annual budget, and addresses complex issues with professionalism and diplomacy.

• Oversee daily operations of all City departments
• Prepare or oversee agendas for City Council, Public Works Authority, Planning Commission, and other public meetings
• Implement and manage city programs, policies, and operational procedures
• Supervise and evaluate department directors and staff; promote transparency and accountability
• Coordinate activities across departments and support directors in problem solving
• Oversee hiring, training, discipline, and evaluations with support from Town Clerk and City Council
• Represent the City to state, federal, county, regional, business, and civic organizations
• Respond to citizen concerns and service requests, ensuring timely follow up
• Prepare and present the annual operating budget; ensure financial activities remain within approved limits
• Implement City Council directives and policy decisions
• Meet with vendors, architects, attorneys, engineers, and others doing business with the city.
• Perform administrative duties required by ordinance or directed by the City Council
• Carry out additional responsibilities necessary for effective city operations

• Municipal leadership experience
• Budgeting and financial management experience
• Experience in a council manager form of government
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead organizational change
• Ethical, transparent, calm under pressure, and committed to community service
• Certified City Manager preferred but not required
• Demonstrated patience, compassion, and respect for citizens and employees

Meeker is at an important stage of organizational and economic growth. Recent improvements in financial oversight, infrastructure planning, and operational accountability provide a strong foundation for the next City Manager. Key focus areas include:

• Economic development and business recruitment
• Housing and retail expansion
• Strengthening community partnerships
• Transparency and communication

• Bachelor’s…