Assistant City Manager

Assistant City Manager – Craig, CO
Deadline for the first review of applications: 10/16/24

The City of Craig seeks a leader with strong diplomatic skills, who is experienced in
navigating local and state-level politics, to serve as its next Assistant City Manager.
Situated in the northwest corner of Colorado, the City of Craig covers just over five square
miles and is the most populous municipality in Moffat County. Located at the intersection
of U.S. Highway 40 and Colorado Highway 13, the County borders Wyoming to the north
and Utah to the west. Craig is serviced by two regional airports, the Craig/Moffat Airport
in Craig and the Yampa Valley Regional Airport in nearby Hayden. Visitors often comment
on Craig’s charming small-town feel and the friendly people who live and work in the City.
Craig is home to nearly 9,000 residents who are proud of their Western heritage and enjoy
beautiful natural vistas.

The City of Craig is a home rule municipality and operates under a council-manager form
of government. There are seven Council members, including the Mayor. Council members
serve four-year terms with two-term limits, with the Mayor serving two-year terms with
a three-term limit

Reporting to City Manager Peter Brixius, the Assistant City Manager provides key
leadership, strategic direction, and supervision to assigned personnel. This is a highly
responsible, executive management position that serves as a liaison and partner on City-
wide issues; oversees complex projects and policy matters; and conducts research and

analysis. The Assistant City Manager may be assigned responsibilities and oversight of all
City facilities, Capital Improvement Plans (CIPs), and other departments, while also
overseeing City-wide outreach and engagement.

The ideal candidate has a calm, confident, and outgoing personality with humor and
humility. They possess excellent conflict resolution skills and can collaborate with diverse
stakeholders with conflicting opinions — and aren’t afraid to engage in challenging
conversations with the City Manager, Council, staff, and community members. Thinking
critically, acting decisively, pivoting when needed, and advancing issues promptly are
important characteristics of the chosen candidate

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business
management, economic development, political science, real estate development, or a
related field, plus a master’s degree in public administration or a related field. Eight years
of progressively responsible experience in municipal government, including at least four
years at a supervisory level, is required. A combination of relevant education and
experience may be considered. A valid Colorado driver’s license and satisfactory driving
record is required.

The annual salary range for this position is $97,479-$140,126, dependent on qualifications
and experience.
Please apply online
For more information on this position contact:
Larry Gilley, Senior Vice President
LarryGilley@GovernmentResource.com
325-660-4208

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