NEW City Administrator

Minimum Training and Experience Required - Five years related experience and or training and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Description – Responsible for the effective management of the daily operations of the City and reporting to as well as providing technical assistance to the Mayor and City Council Members. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities – 

• Oversees daily activities of city government except the police department; works with department heads to meet goals and objectives. Serves as chief liaison to the mayor and council; prepares agenda and materials for City Council meetings, research agenda items, provides follow-up with City Council; serves as interface between department heads, employees and elected officials; maintains positive relationships with City Council and prepares annual report.

Miscellaneous Information

Apply via email with a cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Leah Smith, City Clerk at lsmith@festusmo.gov. First review will be 1/29/2026.