City Manager

Overview

The City of Forest Park is the largest municipality in Clayton County and operates under a Council‑Manager form of government. The City Manager will serve as the chief administrative officer, working closely with the Mayor and City Council to implement policy, manage municipal operations, and ensure the delivery of high‑quality city services.

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the city’s administrative and operational functions.
• Ensure effective service delivery, sound financial stewardship, and organizational accountability.
• Translate Council policy into actionable initiatives and maintain momentum on approved programs.
• Provide candid counsel, sound judgment, and steady leadership while respecting the governing body’s policy‑making authority.
• Maintain professionalism and independence in relationships with elected officials and department directors.

• Proven senior‑level leadership experience in municipal or comparable public‑sector organizations.
• Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing complex budgets and operations.
• Decisive, diplomatic leadership style grounded in accountability.
• Ability to work effectively with the Mayor and City Council while maintaining professional independence.
• High emotional intelligence, political awareness, and sound judgment.
• Reputation for integrity, transparency, and ethical leadership.
• Commitment to mentoring department directors and building organizational capacity.

US$–$ per year, commensurate with experience and mandate.