Assistant City Administrator
Assistant City Administrator
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APPLY HERE:
not apply through the City of Franklins website.
How to Apply:Candidates must submit a cover letter rsum and five professional references online. First review date of applications is May 2 2025 open until filled. For more information contact Mary Jacobs MGT Director of Human Capital Solutions atX 177 or Lane Bailey MGT Senior Consultant atX 140.
Theexpectedhiring rangeis$180k$210k.
The City of Franklin TN (pop.88558is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to serve as its next Assistant City Administrator (ACA). Reporting directly to the City Administrator this executivelevel role provides equal focus on internal leadership and external engagement overseeing community and economic development activities and coordinating operations across multiple city departments including Planning & Sustainability Engineering and Building & Neighborhood Services. The position also coordinates the operations of the Franklin Transit Authority. The ACA plays a critical role in shaping Franklins growth by ensuring highquality development preserving the communitys historic character and charm and maintaining the citys strong infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will be an innovative leader with expertise in urban planning infrastructure management and economic development as well as a strong background in publicprivate partnerships and regulatory oversight. They must be a relationship builder a skilled negotiator anda strategic thinkerwho can collaborate with elected officials city leadership and external stakeholders to enhance Franklins reputation as a premier community in selected individual will also partner closely with the City Administrator and fellow Assistant City Administrators to foster a positive organizational culture promote employee engagement and support a healthy highperforming position requires an experienced solutionsdriven leader with the energy and drive to lead a highperforming team while navigating complex development challenges and facilitating smart growth.
Located just21miles south of Nashville Franklin blends smalltown charm with economic prosperity. The city boasts a thriving historic downtown strong corporate presence and a high quality of life making it one of the fastestgrowing communities in Middle Tennessee. Franklin is known for its awardwinning schools vibrant local festivals and commitment to historic preservation while embracing modern economic opportunities.
Compensation & Benefits:The City of Franklin offers a highly competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience and rangeis$180k$210k. A current compensation study will enhance thefull compensationrange for future growth. The City also offersa comprehensive benefits package including health insurance retirement benefits paid leave and professional development support. Relocation assistanceisavailable.
The City of Franklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Minimum Qualifications:A bachelors degreein Public Administration Business Administration Planning or a related field with a masters degreepreferred. At least ten 10 years of progressively responsible experience in local government management planning or economic development. Preferred certifications include AICP Certified Economic Developer (CeCD) Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) or International Code Council (ICC) Certifications.
Candidates are required to live within 35 miles of city limits after one year.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
