CITY MANAGER
City of West Wendover, NV

First Review: March 15, 2026 
Salary Range: $119,724 - $225,742 annually DOQ

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The City of West Wendover, NV is seeking a City Manager for this remote high-desert community located along Interstate 80 on Nevada’s eastern edge, approximately 90 minutes west of Salt Lake City. Sitting at an elevation of more than 4,000 feet, the city serves as both a gateway to Nevada and a destination in its own right, with dramatic desert landscapes, iconic landmarks, resort-style entertainment, and a welcoming small-town feel.   

THE CITY OF WEST WENDOVER

The City of West Wendover is a full-service municipality in Elko County, serving approximately 5,000 residents across 7 square miles with a 2026 All Funds budget of $28.7 million and a team of 70 FTEs. Departments include Administration (Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Clerk/Records), Community Development (includes the Tourism & Convention Bureau), Public Works, Utilities (Water, Sewer, Garbage), Police, Fire, and Municipal Court. Incorporated in 1991, West Wendover is a General Law City with an elected Mayor and 5 Council Members. 

THE CITY MANAGER 

The City Manager serves as the City’s Chief Administrative Officer, overseeing the administration and day-to-day operations of the City government. Under broad policy direction from the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager provides leadership, supervises Department Heads, coordinates with external agencies and organizations, and delivers high-level administrative and professional support to the Mayor and City Council.

WHY APPLY

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a uniquely positioned and evolving community at a pivotal moment in its development. The City of West Wendover is recruiting its next City Manager following the retirement of the current manager, who has served the community for over 28 years. The next City Manager will guide West Wendover through major initiatives, including downtown development, long-anticipated federal land conveyances, community center facility development and foundational infrastructure investments essential to future growth. This position is exceptionally well-suited for an Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, or a seasoned department head ready to take the next step. West Wendover’s scale, organizational stability, and hands-on operating environment provide an ideal proving ground for a rising leader who seeks broad organizational exposure, meaningful project leadership, and the opportunity to directly shape community direction. 

For questions on this position, please contact:

Gary Palmer  
GMP Consultants
gpalmer@gmphr.com 
865) 356-2938