City Manager, Slater, Iowa. (population 1,543), a vibrant and welcoming community. located approximately 30 miles north of Des Moines and 15 miles south of Ames. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, just off I-35 and Highway 210, Slater offers a small-town charm combined with a strong sense of community, a welcoming atmosphere, and extraordinary economic opportunity. Slater is known for its thriving and growing local business base, engaged citizens, and a proud tradition of community events.

The City of Slater is seeking its first City Manager. Slater is seeking a top-tier communicator with five years of progressive experience in the public sector, supervisory experience with the ability to lead and mentor staff while fostering a collaborative and transparent work environment. The successful candidate will be personable and eager to engage with the community and build a good rapport with the business community. The successful candidate will also have excellent financial acumen, with top-notch budgeting and financial planning skills. The new Slater City Manager will also need to have outstanding strategic planning abilities and a healthy understanding of land use planning.

The starting range for the annual salary is $100-110K, depending on qualifications. Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 5 years of increased responsibility within public leadership/management roles. City of Slater residency is preferred within six months of hire. Relocation allowance is negotiable. It is important that the City Manager be active in the community.

Applications should be submitted to theiamanagementconsulting@gmail.com. Please include “Slater City Manager” in the email subject line. Application materials requested include: a cover letter, resume, and five work-related references. Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM on May 10, 2025. EOE.

Tentative Timetable for Search Process
It is the City’s intent to conclude the search process as expediently as possible with the goal of offering the position to a candidate by May 31. Therefore, candidates are urged to tentatively mark the following dates on their schedules:

Tentative Timeline:
Application Deadline: May 10, 2025
Zoom Interviews: May 14, 2025 (afternoon/evening)
In Person Interviews: May 30 & May 31, 2025
Final Decision: May 31, 2025
Start Date: Between June 30 and July 15, 2025