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City Administrator - Open Until FilledCity of Portland • Beaverton, OR, US
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City Administrator - Open Until Filled

City Administrator - Open Until Filled

City of Portland • Beaverton, OR, US
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Position Overview

Job Appointment : Full-Time, At Will.

Work Location : City Hall 1221 SW 4th Ave., Portland, OR 97204

Benefits : Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position

To Apply : Please submit your application via the SGR online portal

Job Opening Status : This recruitment will remain open until filled.

City Administration Context : Portland is restructuring under a brand new City Charter with a Mayor-Administrator-Council form of government. The City Administrator serves as Portland's chief administrative officer, reporting to the Mayor and Council, with responsibility for the proper and efficient administration of all City affairs, overseeing 9,000 employees across more than two dozen bureaus and offices.

Position Summary

Are you a visionary, collaborative, and transparent executive leader who can oversee citywide operations, implement important Council-adopted policies, and drive strategic initiatives in one of the nation's most dynamic cities? If so, apply to be Portland's next City Administrator under a newly restructured City Charter.

We're looking for an exceptional leader who is :

  • Skilled in managing large, complex public organizations in politically dynamic environments
  • Experienced in advancing equity, inclusion, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility
  • Adept at building consensus and fostering collaborative relationships across government and in the community
  • Experienced working collaboratively and effectively with labor unions representing employees
  • Demonstrated experience in infrastructure reinvestment in a constrained budget environment

With an estimated population of 650,000, Portland is Oregon's largest city and the centerpiece of a vibrant metropolitan area of over 2.5 million people. The city offers a unique blend of bustling urban neighborhoods, green spaces, and an extensive network of bike lanes and public transit.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible administration experience, including 7 years of executive-level leadership
  • Demonstrated experience in known systems of process improvement and accountability metrics with staff
  • Demonstrated success in organizational transformation and change management
  • Experience managing large municipal operations, strategic planning, budgeting, and intergovernmental relations
  • Proven track record in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and climate action initiatives
  • Preferred qualifications

  • Experience in both public and / or private sector leadership roles
  • Advanced degree in public or business administration
  • Specialized expertise in complex labor relations
  • Apply and Contact Information

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  • City of Portland Core Values
  • Recruitment Process - Work Status
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • Veteran Preference
  • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
  • An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

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