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Ketchikan, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, Alaska, 99901, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
SGR
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Management
Operations Manager, General Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Ketchikan, Alaska, is a close-knit island community of roughly 8,150 residents known for its stunning natural surroundings, rich cultural heritage, and strong sense of place. As Alaska's First City and the Salmon Capital of the World, Ketchikan is a hub for tourism, outdoor adventure, and Native arts.
- Located on Revillagigedo Island in the heart of the Tongass National Forest—about 680 air miles north of Seattle—Ketchikan is only accessible by air or sea, but it's far from disconnected. Daily flights, marine highway routes, and barge services connect this remote paradise to the world, while local amenities like Peace Health Ketchikan Medical Center and the University of Alaska Southeast campus support everyday life.
- The community offers vibrant attractions, including live theater, art festivals, historic boardwalks, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Popular activities include ziplining, sportfishing, nearby hiking, boating in the Misty Fjords, and exploring the world's largest collection of totem poles.
- Historically a seasonal fish camp for the Tlingit people, Ketchikan grew rapidly with the arrival of canneries, logging, and maritime industries. Today, it blends that frontier spirit with modern amenities and a thriving cruise port economy, while preserving its architectural charm and artistic legacy.
- The City Manager/Ketchikan Public Utilities General Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing the daily operations of all departments and municipal utility systems. In this role, the City Manager will build strong relationships with Council members, staff, strategic partners, and community members while gaining a deep understanding of municipal and utility operations, established processes, and existing systems. The position is responsible for closely scrutinizing operating and capital budgets to ensure the efficient use of allocated funds, developing strategic priorities in collaboration with leadership to address the most critical community needs, and undertaking asset management planning for key infrastructure and equipment.
Reporting to the City Council, the new City Manager/Ketchikan Public Utilities General Manager will: - Reinforce cost-control and new-revenue exploration as early priorities
- Manage the City's cruise-ship port services and support tourism growth
- Oversee operations across 11 departments and multiple utility divisions
- Implement Council policies and support strategic planning initiatives
- Manage a combined annual budget of approximately $252.5 million.
- Lead a workforce of approximately 320 full-time employees, increasing to around 400 during the summer with temporary positions.
- Foster strong community partnerships and respond to citizen needs
- Residency within the City of Ketchikan (pending charter amendment)
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible local government experience
- At least 4 years in a high-level administrative or executive role
- Master of Public Administration (MPA) or related credentials
- Experience in managing utility operations or enterprise-funded services
- Advanced degrees or certifications in related fields
- The City of Ketchikan offers a competitive salary starting at $223,000, with salary open to negotiation based on experience and qualifications. The comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Health Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance - Paid Leave:
Paid time off for vacation/sick days and holidays - Retirement:
Alaska Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) Tier IV with an 8% employee contribution and a 5% employer match - Additional Perks:
Relocation assistance, vehicle provided, professional development, business expense reimbursement, and cell phone reimbursement
- Clay J. Pearson, Senior Vice President, Strategic Government Resources
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