Job Details
Salary: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 Annually
Location : Beckley, WV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00232
Job Classification: City / Town / Village Administration
Opening Date: 06/12/2024
Job Description
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by July 16, 2024.
Beckley, West Virginia with a 2022 population of 16,749, is nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, offering beautiful rolling hills and scenic landscapes. Located at the intersection of Interstates 64 and 77 and US 19, Beckley is a central hub for economic development, tourism, and transportation in the region.
The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer of the City government, responsible for the overall management, administration, and leadership of municipal operations. This pivotal role demands exceptional strategic thinking, robust managerial skills, and outstanding communication abilities. The City Manager will collaborate closely with the City Council, elected officials, department heads, and community stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of public services, the successful implementation of policies and initiatives, and the continuous well-being and advancement of the City.
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Compensation and Benefits
The starting salary range for the City Manager position is $100,000 - $140,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The City of Beckley offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long-term disability, Health Reimbursement Account, vacation, sick leave, thirteen holidays, retirement plan participation, direct deposit, and a deferred compensation plan.
Desired Qualifications
The successful candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, urban planning, or a related field, and progressively responsible experience in municipal or city government, preferably in a leadership role, with a proven track record of successful administration and implementation of policies and programs. Additionally, the incumbent will possess experience working effectively with elected officials, diverse communities, and multi-disciplinary teams. Residency within Beckley city limits is required within one year of hire date. Relocation expenses can be negotiated.
Special Instructions
This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than July 16, 2024. For more information, please contact Anne Lewis at or 703-###-####.
For more information about the City of Beckley, please visit
The City of Beckley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please consult the recruitment brochure for more information on the benefits available for this position.
01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate degree
02
What is the major concentration of the highest level of education you have earned?
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Finance/Accounting
- Economics
- Human Resources
- Engineering/Engineering Management
- Communications/Public Relations
- Urban Planning
- Marketing
- Closely Related Field to the Above
- None of the above
03
Which of the following best reflects your number of years as a professional as described in the published job announcement?
- 0 - 2 Years
- 3 - 4 Years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 - 9 Years
- 10+ Years
04
Please enter any certifications you currently possess that are applicable to this position.
05
Which of the following represents the sector in which you earned your professional experience?
- Municipal Government
- County Government
- State Government
- Federal Government
- United States Armed Forces
- Private Sector
- Other
06
Which of the following best represents the population size of the community you serve or most recently served?
- Under 10,000 Residents
- 10,000 - 20,000
- 20,001 - 50,000
- 50,001 - 100,000
- 100,001 - 300,000
- Over 300,000 Residents
- N/A
07
Are you a finalist or have participated in interviews for a similar position within the last 30 days?
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