CITY ADMINISTRATOR

Flora, Illinois (5,086). Seeks an experienced municipal professional and leader to serve a progressive City with an excellent industrial base. City Commission form of government. City Administrator appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the City Council. The City Council consists of the Mayor and four Commissioners elected at large for four-year, concurrent terms. Six Administrators since 1990. Full-service City including water, wastewater, electric, and gas utilities. 99 employees, and $26.5 million budget. Bachelor’s in public or business administration or related field required; master’s preferred; a minimum of 5 years experience as City Administrator or Assistant City Administrator, preferably in a similarly-sized organization required. Experience in financial management, economic and community development/redevelopment, labor relations, and utilities required. Communication, leadership, long-range financial and strategic planning, and team-building skills required. Salary $65,000 - $75,000 negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience. Review of applications is anticipated to begin April 18, 2008. Apply at once, in confidence, with complete résumé.