City Manager

City Manager

The City of Tigard operates under the council-manager form of government. The governing body is made up of six councilors, and one mayor. The City Council serves as the policy-making body and is responsible for appointing the City Manager, City Attorney, and Municipal Court Judge.

The City Manager functions as the organization's Chief Executive Officer, policy advisor, and budget officer. The City Manager leads and directs all municipal operations, oversees the implantation of Council policies, and is responsible for financial management, budget development, and long-range planning.

The City Manager also coordinates closely with the Council and the executive leadership team, which consists of department directors, to align organizational priorities with adopted Council goals.

The City employs approximately 375 staff who deliver a full range of municipal services across ten departments. These include City Management, Community Development, Finance and Municipal Court, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Police, and Public Works, among others. Departments are organized in a typical municipal structure, each led by a director who reports to the City Manager.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, public policy, finance, or a field related to the work.
• Ten (10) years of management or administrative experience in a municipal agency setting, including at least five (5) years of management and supervisory experience.
• Experience in working with an elected Council or Board is highly desirable. Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Compensation:
The compensation for this position is $220,000-$245,000 annually commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For additional information about this job and online application, you can apply with our contracted recruiting firm Prothman. Apply by May 17, 2026 (First Review, Open Until Filled)