Full-time · On-site
City Manager
This is a high-impact executive role for a municipal leader ready to guide a historic Texas community through a period of significant regional growth. The position demands a blend of technical expertise in city operations and the soft skills required to manage complex political and community relationships. It is an ideal opportunity for a strategic thinker who wants to lead a city's transition while preserving its core cultural values.
City of Farmersville · Farmersville, Texas, United States · Posted 22 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-impact executive role for a municipal leader ready to guide a historic Texas community through a period of significant regional growth. The position demands a blend of technical expertise in city operations and the soft skills required to manage complex political and community relationships. It is an ideal opportunity for a strategic thinker who wants to lead a city's transition while preserving its core cultural values.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the Chief Administrative Officer overseeing all municipal operations and staff
- Implement and enforce state laws and local ordinances as directed by the Home Rule Charter
- Advise the Mayor and City Council on policy, fiscal health, and strategic planning
- Manage the city's expansion, focusing on infrastructure, residential, and commercial development
- Ensure transparent communication and accountability between the city government and its residents
Essential
- Minimum of five years of professional experience in municipal government
- At least three years of experience in a high-level leadership capacity (Department Director, Assistant City Manager, or City Manager)
- Proven track record in growth management and infrastructure oversight
- Demonstrated financial acumen and operational discipline
- Willingness to establish residency within the City of Farmersville within one year of hire
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) or Business Administration (MBA)
- Experience serving in communities with populations between 20,000 and 100,000
- ICMA Credentialed Manager status
- Texas Certified Public Manager (CPM) certification
- Extensive experience in long-term capital planning and strategic development
Key Skills
Strategic leadershipPublic communication and presentationIntergovernmental relationsBudgeting and fiscal managementEmotional intelligenceStakeholder engagementPolicy implementationGrowth and development management
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Competitive executive salary
- Relocation assistance potential (implied by residency requirement)
- Professional development opportunities
- Leadership role in a high-growth North Texas region
- Direct influence on city-wide strategic planning and infrastructure
Next step
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