City Administrator- Lafayette, Oregon. Seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Administrator. Appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Mayor and six-member City Council. The City is Seeking Interested Candidates who will hold in high regard, a life of public service and be a positive example of the lessons learned. Prefer the experience to be in local government with an emphasis on organizational growth, public service and a growing community. Experience/Education: Seeking someone with 7-10 years of organizational work experience and 3-5 years of progressive management experience, either as a manager, assistant city manager or department head. Has a strong background in financial management, public works project financing, management, and budgeting. Special experience desired in Oregon Land Use, Oregon Budget law, and Utilities to include water, sewer, and stormwater. Knowledge of professional and ethical standards for a chief executive officer of a municipal government. Appropriate knowledge of the principles, policies, and procedures of municipal government, including the Council-Manager form. Prefer Candidates have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning or Public Finance or closely related field. Advanced Degrees with work experience a plus. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that shows the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties proficiently may be considered. All candidates are subject to a background check. How to Apply: For a complete job description and to apply, please go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mwvcog/. Position open until filled. First review of applications will be conducted on or after September 16, 2022.
The Mid Willamette Valley Council of Governments is a Regional Partnership dedicated to expanding interaction and improving dialogue among local units of government; Coordinating regional planning and development activities; providing technical assistance and local services tailored to individual needs of member governments; and serving as a Convenership to assist in the collective awareness of major regional issues.