Boasting beautiful natural vistas and endless recreational opportunities, the City of Palm Coast, Florida, is situated on 97 square miles along saltwater and freshwater canals and the Intracoastal Waterway, just minutes from breathtaking views of pristine Atlantic Ocean beaches. The growing, dynamic community of more than 107,000 residents is located in Flagler County, with Interstate 95 running through the City and intersecting with Interstate 4, providing convenient connectivity with Daytona Beach, Orlando, and Tampa. 

The Mayor and City Council Members serve as the political head of the City and are responsible for setting policy, approving the budget, determining the tax rate, and formulating broad long-term policies that outline the City's public function. The City Manager, appointed by the Mayor and City Council, is responsible for implementing Council policies, managing daily operations, preparing the annual budget, overseeing personnel matters, and recommending policies or programs. The City Manager also keeps the Council informed about the City's financial and overall status and provides information to support effective decision-making.

The City of Palm Coast seeks a pragmatic, decisive, and professional servant leader, possessing emotional intelligence, a passion for both public and customer service, coupled with a high degree of accountability, integrity, and ethics to become their next City Manager. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a history of resourceful, entrepreneurial approaches and a willingness to consider creative strategies, implementing changes as needed to manage the complexities of municipal operations, community issues, and related challenges. The successful candidate should be committed to proactive communication both externally with the public and internally with the municipal organization. The next City Manager should possess strong public relations skills, be comfortable in operating in a highly engaged community, and be an advocate in the protection of the high quality of life desired by Palm Coast residents.

The City Manager position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred. A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in a City Manager’s office managing and administering a municipal government and/or as a Department Head is required. Candidates with military leadership and base command experience are similarly encouraged to apply. Applicants with a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, and skills may also be considered. International City/County Management Association Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) viewed as a plus. The City of Palm Coast offers a competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience coupled with a generous benefits program.

The final selected candidate shall establish residency within the corporate limits of the City within six (6) months of such appointment.  Upon request, residency may be extended by the City Council for an additional 6-month period.

Please apply online

For more information on this position, contact:

Doug Thomas, Executive Vice President
DouglasThomas@GovernmentResource.com
863-860-9314

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