City Manager - Waurika
Listing Title:
Waurika City Manager
Listing Description
Job Title: City Manager Reports To: City Council
Department: Administration Appointment: Appointed by City Council
Job Summary
Under the policy direction of the City Council, the City Manager serves as the chief
administrative o;icer of the City of Waurika, responsible for planning, directing, and
coordinating all City operations, programs, personnel, and financial activities. The City
Manager ensures e;icient service delivery, fiscal accountability, legal compliance, and
execution of City Council goals.
Essential Duties
• Direct and oversee all City departments and operations
• Implement City Council policies, ordinances, and strategic plans
• Prepare and administer annual operating and capital budgets
• Manage City finances, personnel systems, and public assets
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate City employees
• Serve as primary liaison to external agencies and the public
• Analyze legislation and policy issues a;ecting the City
• Negotiate contracts and oversee special projects
• Address citizen concerns and ensure appropriate resolution
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Public administration and municipal finance
• Budget development and fiscal control
• Personnel management and organizational leadership
• Policy analysis and strategic planning
• E;ective written and verbal communication
What We’re Looking For
• Proven leadership experience in municipal or public-sector management
• Strong background in budgeting, personnel management, and operations
• Collaborative communicator and problem solver
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
Physical & Work Environment
• Primarily office setting with occasional outdoor exposure
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions
Submit resume to waurikamayor@gmail.com or deliver to:
122 S. Main Street, Waurika, OK 73573
Attn: Waurika Mayor – “APPLICATION”
Application Deadline: FEB 27, 2026
(Job) Location:
Waurika, OK
Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://waurika.gov
Contact Information -
Company/Municipality Name:
City of Waurika
Street Address
122 South Main
City
Waurika
State
Oklahoma
Zip Code
73573
Phone Number
5802282713
Contact Job Title:
Mayor
First Name
Jacob
Last Name
Eck
Email Address
waurikamayor@gmail.com
Listing Expiration Date:
02/27/2026