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City Manager - City of Battle Creek, MI

Listing Title:
City Manager - City of Battle Creek, MI

Listing Description
Are you a collaborative, strategic leader who can modernize operations, strengthen community relationships, and drive inclusive growth? If so, apply to be Battle Creek’s next City Manager!

Battle Creek, Michigan, is a vibrant and diverse city of nearly 53,000 residents spread across 44 square miles, making it one of Southwest Michigan’s most significant population and economic centers. Nicknamed the “Cereal Capital of the World,” it’s the proud headquarters of the W.K. Kellogg Company and features a strong presence from Kellanova and Post Foods. Battle Creek is home to the state’s largest contiguous industrial park and includes a strong military presence (Air National Guard, Army National Guard, Marine Corps Reserve, Defense Logistics Agency and more). The city’s strategic location—just over an hour from Detroit and under three from Chicago—adds to its accessibility and appeal.

Battle Creek operates with a Commission-Manager form of government. The City Commission includes nine members. The incoming City Manager will report to the City Commissioners. The ideal candidate will bring experience in full-service municipal management and demonstrate a strong commitment to public engagement, equity, and excellence in service.

REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field
• 10 Years of progressive local government management
• Experience at division manager or department head level
PREFERRED:
• Master of Public Administration (MPA) or equivalent
• ICMA-CM Certification
• Experience as an Assistant City Manager or City Manager

Salary range is $180,000 to $220,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/battle-creek-mi-city-manager

For more information on this position, contact:
Clay Pearson, Senior Vice President
ClayPearson@GovernmentResource.com
713-816-8639

(Job) Location:
City of Battle Creek, MI

Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/battle-creek-mi-city-manager

Listing Expiration Date:
07/03/2025

Christy Christoffersen