City Administrator and Zoning Administrator

City Administrator / Zoning Administrator City of Mineral Point, Wisconsin (Population 2,581)

Anticipated Salary Range:

$90,000 - $110,000 DOQ plus excellent benefits The City of Mineral Point is seeking a collaborative, forward-thinking, and community-minded professional to serve as its next City Administrator. Located in the beautiful Driftless hills of Southwest Wisconsin, Mineral Point is recognized regionally and state-wide as a vibrant community filled with historic architecture, art galleries, charming shops, delicious dining, and cozy lodging that makes it an ideal tourist destination within a friendly family-oriented community. Mineral Point is focused on preserving its small-town atmosphere, reasonable cost of living, and high quality of life. Mineral Point prides itself on being a great place to live, work, play, learn, and visit. The Administrator works cooperatively with the Mayor and eight (8) Alderpersons. The position requires the oversight of a $3.5M operating budget, sewer and water utilities, and one active Tax Increment Finance District. The Administrator manages seventeen full-time and fifteen part-time employees, oversees day-to-day operations, builds positive partnerships, drives strategic initiatives, and ensures long-term fiscal and structural resiliency. The Administrator is responsible for planning and driving projects, initiatives, and priorities; crafting and stewarding municipal finances and budgets; providing leadership, support, and administrative oversight for all city staff; overseeing day-to-day operations and communications; being accessible to the public; and proactively working for the betterment of the city through community planning, grant writing, and economic development. The City Administrator also serves as the Zoning Administrator to oversee land use and development. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; prefer Master's degree with at least 2 years of progressive local government or public-sector management experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong background in municipal finance, a record of past successful projects and initiatives, a history of building positive and productive relationships, and a collaborative management style that is focused on team building and performance. Please send a cover letter, resume, salary history, and references to administrator@cityofmineralpointwi.gov, cityclerk@cityofmineralpointwi.gov , and mpmayor@cityofmineralpointwi.gov . Applications received by June 19, 2026 will receive first review.

Pay:

$90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person