City Administrator

About the role

The City of Tomah seeks an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as its next City Administrator. The ideal candidate will be an approachable, relationship-driven executive with strong financial acumen and organizational leadership skills who can effectively implement the Mayor and Common Council’s priorities while ensuring efficient, fiscally responsible municipal operations. This individual will be a visible and trusted leader who builds strong relationships with elected officials, employees, businesses, residents, and regional partners through integrity, accessibility, open communication, and responsive leadership.

Position Profile

Tomah is a community where neighbors know one another, businesses thrive, and civic pride is evident year-round. From the scenic shores of Lake Tomah and a vibrant downtown to community festivals and outdoor recreation, Tomah offers an exceptional quality of life rooted in small-town character and strong community connections. The City continues to invest in its future through housing, business expansion, downtown revitalization, infrastructure improvements, and strategic partnerships. Supported by a diverse economy anchored in healthcare, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, tourism, and military partners, Tomah is well positioned for sustainable growth and continued success.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement the Mayor and Common Council’s priorities while ensuring efficient, fiscally responsible municipal operations.
• Foster a positive workplace culture by supporting employee development, promoting accountability and continuous improvement, and bringing people together to solve challenges.
• Advance responsible growth and enhance Tomah’s exceptional quality of life.
• Work alongside engaged elected officials, dedicated employees, businesses, and community partners to advance thoughtful growth, strengthen neighborhoods, and deliver exceptional public services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Public Administration or a related field is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Political Science, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible upper-level management or municipal leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, budgeting, capital improvement planning, economic development, organizational leadership, personnel administration, labor relations, and intergovernmental collaboration.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package and enrollment in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Pay

Expected Hiring Range: $120,000 to $130,000 (DOQ)

Schedule

N/A

Contact Information

Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) is conducting the executive recruitment process for this position. Applications are now being accepted until filled with first review no later than August 7, 2026. Please upload (right) or send a cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jay Shambeau at jay@public-advisors.com. Please direct questions to 262-355-6102

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Tomah is an equal opportunity employer.