City Administrator

About the role

The City of Pewaukee is seeking a dynamic and proven municipal administrator to serve as its chief administrative officer. Located just west of Milwaukee in Waukesha County’s “Lake Country” and along I-94, Pewaukee is a highly desirable community for those seeking a safe suburban setting with convenient access to regional assets.

Responsibilities

- Reports directly to the Mayor and six Common Council members. - Directs all departments and staff, including the Parks and Recreation Department. - Manages a budget of approximately $47.2M, including General, Debt Service, Capital Equipment, Capital Projects, and Stormwater Management Funds. - Supervises 120 full-time and part-time employees and 75 seasonal employees. - Works collaboratively with staff, elected officials, and stakeholders. - Maintains and enhances Pewaukee’s leadership position in intergovernmental relationships with surrounding municipalities.

Requirements

- A Master’s Degree in public or business administration or a related field with five (5) years of progressive municipal management experience. - Consideration will be given to candidates with private-sector or military experience who can demonstrate accomplishments that directly relate to the required skills. - Strong background in strategic and organizational leadership, financial and budgetary acumen, talent attraction and development, elected official and stakeholder public relations, and community engagement. - Open and positive communications approach and a passion for public service.

Qualifications

- Residency is encouraged but not required, and relocation assistance is available.

Benefits

Starting salary range is $140,000 to $180,000 (negotiable DOQ) plus excellent benefits, including low-deductible health insurance and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, which is among the best-funded and best-managed public pension systems in the country.