City Manager Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida
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Job Description
City Manager City of Boca Raton – 3.5 Boca Raton, FL Job Details Full-time $300,000 – $350,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(a) Health insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Qualifications Master’s degree Public Administration Bachelor’s degree Business Administration Senior level 10 years Full Job Description JOB The City of Boca Raton invites your application to serve as the next City Manager for the second largest city in Palm Beach County Florida serving over 100,000 residents and 14,000 businesses within its 30 square miles. This Atlantic coast city is a thriving part of South Florida’s “Gold Coast,” offering world class entertainment, dining, and luxury shopping. The subtropical climate allows an active lifestyle with year-round enjoyment of the coastline, Intracoastal Waterway, 49 parks, private and municipal golf courses, and lakes. The City is also home to the Boca Raton Museum of Art and hosts community events and festivals throughout the year in its downtown amphitheater. The City is currently celebrating its Centennial in 2025.The Boca Raton City Charter establishes a Council-Manager form of government with a five- member governing body. The Mayor and City Council members are elected at large on a non-partisan basis. The City Council and Mayor’s terms are three years, staggered, and limited to two consecutive terms. The next election in the City is in March 2026.For full details please review the full position brochure, available on the Mercer Group Associates website under Current Searches.
ABOUT THE
POSITIONThe City Manager is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The City Manager is responsible for assuring effective management of all City operations and provides the link between the City Council and City staff. The City Manager is entrusted with broad executive authority to oversee all City operations, services, and departments.
BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONSA
bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field is required. A master’s degree is preferred. At least ten years of progressively responsible experience in municipal administration, five of which have been in a city/county of at least 75,000 population, including executive leadership, is required.
COMPENSATION
& BENEFITSThe City of Boca Raton is offering an expected salary range is $300,000 – $350,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will also receive a competitive Executive Benefit package which includes comprehensive healthcare for single and dependent coverage, a generous leave program, and professional development opportunities. Retirement plan options are available for either a defined contribution 401(a) plan or a defined benefit pension. Relocation expense reimbursement may be negotiable.
TO APPLYResumes, cover letters and a list of five professional references with email and phone contact information should be sent via email by 11:59 pm on May 31, 2025, to inquiries may be directed to David Deutsch, Senior Associate, Mercer Group Associates, at , and 301.343.6033Prior to the public in-person interviews of finalists, individual City Council members have the option to conduct individual phone interviews and/or face-to-face interviews with candidates and may exercise that option. The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and observes all applicable State of Florida Sunshine Laws.
