City Administrator​/Director of Public Safety

November 21, 2025

The City of Maumee is accepting applications for the position of City Administrator/Director of Public Safety. The City Administrator/Director of Public Safety under the direction of the Mayor and City Council is the Chief Administrative officer for the City of Maumee and responsible for management of all city departments. The City Administrator is also involved in planning for future needs of the City and leads its personnel and resources to achieve these goals established by the Mayor and City Council, which includes the effective delivery of all public services.

This position is responsible for leadership in the areas of planning, organizing, and coordinating all City activities. As the Chief Administrative Officer, this position provides daily guidance and leadership for the proper administration of all City activities. This position also encompasses the duties of Director of Public Safety who oversees the Fire, Inspection, and Police Divisions. This position plays a vital role in supporting a well-managed, transparent, and fiscally responsible government.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or related field;
Master’s degree preferred. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous Chief Executive experience in progressively larger units of government exclusive of the City. Also, previous experience with personnel and collective bargaining issues, utility policies, zoning, financial management, economic development, grantsmanship, and environmental law would be beneficial.

Salary: $122, 266 – $166,727 annually (salary subject to increase in 2026), with excellent benefits.

Applications: Available below.

Submission: The City of Maumee application can be found on our website under Human Resources. The completed application and resume and cover letter should be emailed to hr or delivered/mailed to Human Resources Manager, City of Maumee, 400 Conant Street, Maumee, OH . This position is open until it is filled.

Due to the public records laws of Ohio, application materials cannot be considered confidential. The City of Maumee is an EO/AA Employer.