Management Associate

Introduction

Are you interested in a career in city management and looking for your first opportunity to break into a leadership position? Scottsdale’s Management Associate position is designed for future leaders with a strong interest in local government to gain and develop the necessary skills to become an effective local government manager and leader.

Management Associates assist with daily City Manager’s Office roles and responsibilities while working on special projects and strategic initiatives across the community and city. They work directly with city leadership to provide collaborative and innovative solutions to improve the city and community.

Applicants should bring experience in project management, strategic planning, budgeting, and local government leadership. Management Associates receive professional development and mentoring directly from city leadership.

Ideal candidates should have a graduate-level degree, a minimum of six months of work experience, strong organizational, communication and research skills, and an eagerness to excel in a fast‑paced environment.

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Anticipated starting salary may be up to the mid‑point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The midpoint of the salary range is $81,577.60 annually.

• 12 Paid Holidays, including 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual: starts at 10.3 hours/month, eligible for immediate use following accrual
• Sick Leave Accrual: 8 hours/month, eligible for immediate use
• Medical (including behavioral health), Dental and Vision benefits effective first day of employment
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to one times employee annual salary; option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement: $2,500/year
• Participation in the ASRS Defined benefit plan, mandatory 12% contributions, including Long‑Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation
• Robust Employee Wellness plan with flexible incentives
• Access to city‑owned fitness and recreational facilities at no cost

• Commute Solutions Program: free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees; vanpool subsidy available.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program:
  City of Scottsdale is a qualified employer for PSLF.

Graduate level degree. Minimum six months of relevant work experience in government, finance, legislation, research or statistical analysis, or related field.

Assist with daily City Manager’s Office roles and responsibilities. Work on special projects and strategic initiatives across the community.