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City Manager City of St. Augustine Beach, FL The City Commission is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as its next City Manager and guide one of Northeast Florida's most respected beach communities into its next chapter. The Ideal Candidate is an Experienced, Collaborative, and Visionary Leader The City Commission seeks a principled and accomplished municipal executive who combines strategic vision with operational excellence. The successful candidate will be an approachable, relationship-driven leader who values transparency, collaboration, and responsive public service. The next City Manager will possess the experience and judgment necessary to lead a high-performing organization while maintaining the quality of life that St. Augustine Beach residents enjoy.

Experience and Qualities:

• Extensive experience as a city or county manager or assistant manager, with expertise in strategic planning, personnel management, budgeting, and intergovernmental relations.
• High integrity and strong ethical standards.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, with a commitment to keeping elected officials informed and engaged.
• A calm, deliberate leadership style with a proven record of servant-manager leadership, treating others with respect and dignity, leading by example, and viewing employee challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Strong listening skills and a commitment to serving the City's residents and elected representatives, with a focus on responding promptly and thoroughly to community concerns and requests.
• A deep understanding of the Florida political landscape and the ability to foster effective intergovernmental relations.
• A commitment to community engagement and building trust with businesses and residents. Executive Competencies The successful candidate should bring demonstrated experience in:
• Strategic planning and organizational leadership.
• Municipal budgeting and long-range financial planning.
• Personnel management and employee development.
• Capital improvement planning and infrastructure management.
• Intergovernmental relations and partnership development.
• Policy implementation and organizational performance management.
• Economic development, community engagement, and public communications.
• Identifying operational efficiencies and pursuing innovative solutions that enhance public service. Experience & Qualifications Required
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Economics, Urban Planning, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible executive leadership experience in municipal or county government, including significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in municipal finance, budgeting, and organizational management.
• A record of professional stability, integrity, and meaningful accomplishments throughout a career in public service. Preferred
• Master's degree in public administration (MPA), Business Administration (MBA), or related discipline.
• Experience serving in a commission-manager or council-manager form of government.
• Experience working in a Florida coastal community or similar environment, including knowledge of hurricane preparedness, emergency management, coastal resiliency, and environmental stewardship.

Residency The City Charter permits the appointment of a City Manager who resides outside the City at the time of appointment. The selected candidate is expected to establish residency within the City within six months unless waived by the City Commission. Compensation & Benefits The City of St. Augustine Beach offers a competitive executive compensation package designed to attract outstanding municipal leaders, including retirement, health insurance, and paid time off. Salary The anticipated salary range is $160,000 to $200,000, commensurate with qualifications, experience, and the successful candidate's record of achievement. If you are an experienced public sector leader who believes in collaborative governance, transparent leadership, and service to the community, we invite you to consider this exceptional opportunity. Come lead one of Florida's most distinctive coastal communities—and help write the next chapter in the story of St. Augustine Beach. Application Process Qualified candidates should email their letter of interest, current résumé, and professional references to the City Clerk at clerk@cityofsab.org . Applications must be received no later than September 21, 2026 How to Apply Post Date Aug 12, 2026 Application Deadline Sep 21, 2026 Qualified candidates should email their letter of interest, current résumé, and professional references to the City Clerk at clerk@cityofsab.org. Apply Now Job Details Salary $160,000 - $200,000 Job Function Chief Administrator (City, County, Town Manager) Position Type Full Time City of St. Augustine Beach Address 2200 A1a S Saint Augustine Beach , FL 32080-7958 United States Population 7,000 Website http://www.staugbch.com Form of Government Council-Manager ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 200 m Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Report a map error Advertisement Put your job in front of the right people! The Job Center is the best place to reach local government professionals. Post your featured job in minutes with more visibility through promoted search results, email, and more. Post a Featured Job