City Manager - Newkirk
Listing Title:
City Manager
Listing Description
The City of Newkirk, Oklahoma, operates under a charter and is a Council-Manager form of government and is currently soliciting applications for the position of City Manager. Newkirk is a city in northern Oklahoma. It is the county seat and was established during the land run of 1893. Newkirk has a population of 2,172 according to the last census.
The selected candidate will be the chief executive officer and head of the administrative branch of the city government; shall execute the laws and administer the government of the city; and, shall be responsible to the Mayor and Council.
The City Manager supervises all departments, prepares the annual budget and is responsible for the administration of the budget, submits a financial statement and administrative activities at the end of the fiscal year, performs other duties as prescribed by law or ordinances and also serves as the Trust Manager for the Newkirk Public Works.
Salary is competitive to the area and will be dependent upon qualifications. Full-time residency in the Newkirk Community is expected, within a reasonable time frame, as approved by the City Council. The city offers a competitive benefits package.
Applicants must have a High School Diploma and Associates Degree. Applicants should have education and experience covering Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a closely related field and five (5) years’ experience in public administration including three (3) years at a Department Head or Division Manager level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
An application deadline of February 16th, 2026, is established, or until it is filled.
(Job) Location:
Newkirk
Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://cityofnewkirkok.gov
Contact Information -
Company/Municipality Name:
City of Newkirk
Street Address
PO Box 469
City
Newkirk
State
Oklahoma
Zip Code
74647
Phone Number
5803622117
Contact Job Title:
City Clerk
First Name
Sarah
Last Name
Lockwood
Email Address
newkirkcityclerk@gmail.com
Listing Expiration Date:
02/28/2026