NORTH MIAMI BEACH – City Manager

The City of North Miami Beach is seeking a qualified visionary and collaborative professional to serve as its next City Manager. The City Manager shall be responsible to the City Commission for the administration of all City affairs and for carrying out policies adopted by the City Commission.

In accordance with the City of North Miami Beach Charter, the City Manager shall:

• Be responsible for the appointing, hiring, promoting, supervising, disciplining and removing of all City employees, except the City Attorney, and the City Clerk.
• Direct and supervise the administration of all departments and offices but not City boards or committees, unless so directed by the City Commission.
• Prepare such other reports as the City Commission may require concerning the operations of City departments, offices, boards and committees.
• Ensure that all laws, provisions of this Charter and directives of the City Commission, subject to enforcement and/or administration by him/her or by employees subject to his/her direction and supervision, are faithfully executed.
• Prepare and submit to the City Commission a proposed annual budget and capital improvement program.
• Submit to the City Commission and make available to the public an annual report on the finances and administrative activities of the City as of the end of each fiscal year.
• Attend all meetings of the City Commission, with the right to take part in discussion, but without a vote.
• Keep the City Commission advised as to the financial condition and needs of the City and make such recommendations concerning the affairs of the City as she/he deems to be in the best interests of the City.
• Execute contracts and other documents on behalf of the City as authorized by the City Commission.
• Perform such other duties as are specified in this Charter or as required by the City Commission.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, political science, finance, or related field, with advanced or master’s degree in public or business administration, management, human relations, finance, community planning or a related field strongly preferred.
• Requires at least five (5) years of progressively responsible and/or managerial experience in a municipal or county government.  Experience in management of a municipality utility is desired.  Keen understanding of municipal issues and government relationships in the State of Florida is preferred.

Preferred Experience

The ideal candidate will possess a strong record of executive-level municipal leadership, with preferred experience in the following areas:

• Utilities and Infrastructure Management: Oversight of Water Treatment Plant operations, including regulatory compliance, infrastructure planning, and capital investment strategies.
• Public Safety Administration: Leadership experience working with a Police Department, including operational oversight, budgeting, and advancing community policing efforts.
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP): Demonstrated success in allocating and managing Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funds, ensuring timely and cost-effective project completion aligned with strategic objectives.
• Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA): Knowledge and experience working with or managing CRA initiatives, including redevelopment planning, public-private partnerships, and tax increment financing (TIF).
• Legislative and Policy Development: Experience enacting municipal legislation or policy, with an ability to lead cross-departmental collaboration, build stakeholder consensus, and implement effective governance strategies.
• Program Development and Implementation: Proven ability to design and implement specialized programming to meet evolving community and organizational needs.
• Professional Affiliations: Active involvement in recognized professional organizations, such as the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA), or other relevant regional, state, or national associations.
• Certifications: Credentialed Manager certification through ICMA (or eligibility to obtain), and other relevant certifications that demonstrate continued professional development and commitment to ethical, effective public service.

Compensation

The salary range is open and commensurate with experience.  The City Commission is inclined to provide a salary up to $300,000 inclusive of excellent benefits.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit an application, cover letter, comprehensive resume, salary history, and six (6) professional references through the City’s online portal by November 20, 2025.