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City Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Washougal, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 179488 - 244000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (27 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Salary Range: $179488 $244000 annually DOQ
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Job Description
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The City of Washougal is seeking a City Manager for this waterfront community of residents located along the Columbia River in eastern Clark County about 20 miles east of Portland. The city sits between the Columbia and Washougal rivers at the western entrance to the Columbia River Gorge offering a small-town setting within easy reach of the Portland-Vancouver metro area.
THE CITY OF WASHGOUGAL
Incorporated in 1908 the City of Washougal is a full-service city serving a population of 18490 across 6 square miles with a 2026 budget of approximately $121 million and a team of 87 FTEs. Departments include Administration Human Resources & Risk Management Finance Community Services & Strategy Community Development Public Works and Police. The City operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a Mayor and six Council Members elected on a nonpartisan basis to four-year overlapping terms.
The City is actively implementing its Strategic Plan which provides a framework for City decision-making and investment. Washougal City government is guided by an operating philosophy that emphasizes responsive service practical innovation accessibility fiscal responsibility accountability and collaboration. The City is committed to thoughtfully managing growth and expanding economic opportunity while preserving the communitys natural beauty and small-town character.
WHY APPLY
This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your skills and experience to elevate an organization poised for transformational change. Known as the Gateway to the Gorge Washougal is a tight-knit community with small-town charm located along the Columbia River just 20 minutes from Vancouver Washington and minutes away from world-class outdoor recreation. The current City Manager is retiring after nearly 17 years of service to the City including as City Administrator and as Washougals first City Manager. The next City Manager will benefit from an energetic professional staff a highly collaborative and cohesive City Council and a slate of major capital projectsincluding one of Washington States most innovative and high-profile infrastructure efforts. If youre looking to guide a community through a period of growth while maintaining community character this may be the opportunity for you.
For questions on this position please contact:
Greg Young
GMP Consultants
View the Position Profile
Job Description
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The City of Washougal is seeking a City Manager for this waterfront community of residents located along the Columbia River in eastern Clark County about 20 miles east of Portland. The city sits between the Columbia and Washougal rivers at the western entrance to the Columbia River Gorge offering a small-town setting within easy reach of the Portland-Vancouver metro area.
THE CITY OF WASHGOUGAL
Incorporated in 1908 the City of Washougal is a full-service city serving a population of 18490 across 6 square miles with a 2026 budget of approximately $121 million and a team of 87 FTEs. Departments include Administration Human Resources & Risk Management Finance Community Services & Strategy Community Development Public Works and Police. The City operates under the Council-Manager form of government with a Mayor and six Council Members elected on a nonpartisan basis to four-year overlapping terms.
The City is actively implementing its Strategic Plan which provides a framework for City decision-making and investment. Washougal City government is guided by an operating philosophy that emphasizes responsive service practical innovation accessibility fiscal responsibility accountability and collaboration. The City is committed to thoughtfully managing growth and expanding economic opportunity while preserving the communitys natural beauty and small-town character.
WHY APPLY
This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your skills and experience to elevate an organization poised for transformational change. Known as the Gateway to the Gorge Washougal is a tight-knit community with small-town charm located along the Columbia River just 20 minutes from Vancouver Washington and minutes away from world-class outdoor recreation. The current City Manager is retiring after nearly 17 years of service to the City including as City Administrator and as Washougals first City Manager. The next City Manager will benefit from an energetic professional staff a highly collaborative and cohesive City Council and a slate of major capital projectsincluding one of Washington States most innovative and high-profile infrastructure efforts. If youre looking to guide a community through a period of growth while maintaining community character this may be the opportunity for you.
For questions on this position please contact:
Greg Young
GMP Consultants
Required Experience:
Manager
