City Manager - Lexington
City of Lexington, Oklahoma – City Manager Job Posting
Position Overview
The City of Lexington, Oklahoma, is seeking a dynamic, experienced, ethical City Manager to lead our municipal operations and serve as a strategic partner to the City Council. The City Manager acts as the chief administrative officer and is responsible for the overall direction and administration of the city government. This position operates under the guidelines of the Oklahoma Municipal Code, applicable laws, and policies adopted by the City Council.
The successful candidate will be a collaborative leader with the ability to work closely with the Council as part of a unified leadership team, promoting transparency, professionalism, and results-driven governance.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is competitive for the area and equal with qualifications and experience.
The benefits package includes:
• Individual health insurance
• Paid vacation
• Participation in the city retirement plan
• Recognized holidays
• Vehicle allowance
Key Skills and Competencies
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical leadership
• Ability to define and communicate a clear vision for the city's growth
• Strong fiscal management and budgeting expertise, especially in financially constrained environments
• Proven skills in planning, organizing, and coordinating complex municipal services
• Effective team building, staff development, and delegation abilities
• Experience in labor and contract negotiations
• Ability to collaborate with department heads and foster interdepartmental cooperation
• Strong written and verbal communication; effective conflict resolution
• Goal setting and implementation of sound policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Understanding of economic development principles and municipal planning
• Experience with residential and commercial development processes
• Grant writing and securing Federal and State funding
• Balanced decision-making with independent judgment and diplomatic leadership
• Professional presence and the ability to represent the city in a variety of public and official settings
• Ability to work collaboratively with the City Council in a team-oriented governance model
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
• Municipal administrative principles, including goal setting, budgeting, employee supervision, and program development
• City functions, operations, and applicable laws and regulations
• Public funding sources and service delivery strategies
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field is preferred. A master’s degree is highly desirable.
Experience:
• Minimum of four (4) years in a senior management role within city or county government
• Prior experience as a city or county manager is strongly preferred
• Comparable senior executive experience in other public service organizations or private business will be considered if it involved significant public interaction and service delivery responsibilities
The ideal candidate will:
• Demonstrate a successful track record of leading high-performing teams
• Deliver projects on time and within budget
• Maintain high ethical standards and a strong commitment to customer service
• Be highly competent in financial and project management
• Establish and monitor strong internal financial controls
• Engage effectively with community groups, citizen organizations and individual citizens
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to Cbonner@cityoflexington.com or Lexington City Council 111 East Broadway Lexington Oklahoma 73051 by June 15, 2025.