| Title: | City Manager |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1015 |
| Organization: | City of Sammamish |
| Location: | Sammamish, WA |
| First Review : | 09/11/2022 |
City of Sammamish, WA
Position Profile Supplemental Questions
The City of Sammamish, WA is seeking an inspiring City Manager to lead this vibrant community 20 minutes east of Seattle. Sammamish is a family friendly city of 66,000, known for offering suburban living amid natural beauty with easy access to big city amenities. This is a unique opportunity to make a difference in a highly desirable community with a new, inclusive, and aligned city council that is committed to providing a high-quality environment.
Sammamish is a highly educated and culturally diverse city. Many residents work at the numerous corporate headquarters nearby, including Microsoft, Amazon, Nintendo, Starbucks, and Costco. In 2021, Sammamish was named by WalletHub as “Best Small City to Live In” and by Safewise as “Safest City in Washington.” The City’s idyllic setting of tree-lined streets and well-groomed neighborhoods amid lakes, trails, open spaces, and city parks attracts families and professionals alike.
Incorporated in 1999, the City of Sammamish operates as a non-charter optional code city with a Council– Manager form of government. Operating on a biennial 2021-2022 budget of $276 million with a team of 139 FTE's, the City of Sammamish provides a full range of municipal services and contracts for police, fire, water, and sewer services.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The City of Sammamish is seeking a creative problem solver with solid administrative skills who is comfortable advising the Council with well-supported professional recommendations. Guided by moral and ethical leadership, this person will be an effective and approachable leader who inspires staff to reach their best potential.
Any combination of education and experience providing the knowledge skills, and abilities necessary for successful performance is qualifying. The City of Sammamish is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in its workforce and community and reviews all candidates holistically.
For more information, we invite you to view the full position profile.
First review: September 11, 2022.
For questions about this position, please contact:
Andrew Neiditz
GMP Consultants
aneiditz@gmphr.com
(253) 732-8081
