City Manager
Williams, AZ
Full Time
Executive
City Manager
City of Williams Arizona
Council–Manager Government | Northern Arizona | Planned Leadership Transition
The Opportunity
The City of Williams seeks an experienced, approachable municipal leader to serve as its next City Manager. Reporting to the Mayor and City Council, the successful candidate will translate Council priorities into effective daily operations, support employees across departments, and earn the confidence of residents and businesses through fair decisions and clear communication.
Current City Manager Tim Pettit will retire on June 4, 2027, following 30 years of service to the City of Williams.
Current City Manager Tim Pettit will retire on June 4, 2027, following 30 years of service to the City of Williams.
Why Williams
Located in Northern Arizona along Historic Route 66, Williams, known as the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon.” Surrounded by the Kaibab National Forest and its expansive ponderosa pine forests, Williams offers four distinct seasons, scenic mountain views, and opportunities for camping, hiking, hunting, and fishing. A public golf course, municipal airport, and major attractions—including the Grand Canyon Railway, Bearizona, and Canyon Coaster—complement the community’s historic charm and year-round outdoor recreation opportunities.
Williams is a full-service municipality providing water, wastewater, sanitation, and electric utilities, along with public works, parks and recreation, library services, community events, and tourism marketing. Public safety services are provided by the Williams Police Department and a combination fire department staffed by a full-time fire chief, three full-time captains, and more than 20 volunteers.
Williams is a full-service municipality providing water, wastewater, sanitation, and electric utilities, along with public works, parks and recreation, library services, community events, and tourism marketing. Public safety services are provided by the Williams Police Department and a combination fire department staffed by a full-time fire chief, three full-time captains, and more than 20 volunteers.
The Leader We Seek
The ideal candidate will listen carefully, welcome employee concerns, and build a culture of teamwork, respect, and accountability. This individual must be accessible to employees at every level, address difficult issues fairly, and maintain clear, regular communication with the Mayor and City Council while respecting the Council’s policymaking role. Success requires sound judgment, financial discipline, professional integrity, and a strong commitment to Williams, its residents, and its historic character.
Responsibilities
The City Manager serves as the City’s chief administrative officer, directing employees under the Manager’s supervision and coordinating with officials who report directly to the Mayor and Council. Key responsibilities include:
- Implement Council direction and administer City policies and procedures; provide timely, accurate information and explain technical matters clearly.
- Lead department heads, coordinate work across departments, resolve conflicts, and maintain effective working relationships throughout the organization.
- Oversee preparation and administration of the annual budget, monitor expenditures, and maintain responsible financial practices.
- Guide municipal projects, capital planning, and strategic initiatives; research administrative issues and present practical recommendations.
- Respond to public inquiries and concerns, ensure appropriate follow-up, and represent the City at Council meetings and other required meetings.
- Maintain productive relationships with other governments, community organizations, schools, and state and federal agencies.
Qualifications
- An educational background in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field.
- At least five years of progressively responsible municipal management experience, including three years as a City Manager, Assistant or Deputy City Manager, or department director with comparable responsibilities. The three years of leadership experience count toward the five-year total.
- Demonstrated success in municipal budgeting, capital planning, public works or utility oversight, employee leadership, and Council and community relations.
- Professional integrity, clear communication skills, and a collaborative, responsive approach to public service.
Compensation and Benefits
Annual salary range: $123,800–$158,000. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance are employee-paid, with optional additional policies available at employee expense.
How to Apply
Submit a completed City employment application, résumé, and cover letter describing your qualifications, leadership approach, and interest in serving Williams. Visit www.williamsaz.gov and select Administration / Human Resources for the application and submission instructions. The position is open until filled.
City of Williams Human Resources Department
113 S. 1st Street, Williams, AZ 86046
[email protected] | Phone: 928-635-4451
The City of Williams is an Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA employer.
City of Williams Human Resources Department
113 S. 1st Street, Williams, AZ 86046
[email protected] | Phone: 928-635-4451
The City of Williams is an Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA employer.
CITY MANAGER
City of Williams
Position Description
Grade 14
Unclassified)
Summary of Position
Performs highly responsible administrative work in various municipal managerial functions and serves as the City’s first-ranking administrative officer.
Organizational Relationships
1. Reports to: Mayor and City Council
2. Directs: All City employees except those who report to the Mayor/Council.
3. Other: Staff supervision and public contact.
Essential Duties
· Performs professional-level administrative work relating to various municipal and administrative duties.
· Resolves problems and conflicts.
· Interprets and implements City policies and procedures, as well as direction received from the Mayor and City Council.
· Provides general direction and policy guidance to department heads on municipal projects, policy interpretations, and problem resolution.
· Coordinates activities with all City departments to ensure effective working relationships.
· Coordinates various activities and meetings with City staff, Mayor, and City Council.
· Represents the City at all meetings of the City Council and Boards, Commissions, or Committees as required.
· Assists in planning, coordinating, and directing the City’s annual budget preparations and reviews budget periodically to ensure budget compliance.
- Receives inquiries from the public by letter, email, telephone, or in person and responds by providing information or directing the investigation to the proper source for an answer.
- Ability to take time and interest in working with Council members to keep them informed regularly and explain technical processes.
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Extensive knowledge of public administration practices relating to municipal government.
· Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
· Understanding of fundamental laws, ordinances, and regulations.
· Ability to design and implement strategic planning.
· Extensive knowledge of public administration practices relating to municipal government.
· Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
· Understanding of fundamental laws, ordinances, and regulations.
· Ability to design and implement strategic planning.
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Extensive knowledge of research techniques and the ability to perform sound research and analyze various administrative problems.
- Knowledge and experience in public work.
- Ability to express ideas effectively in writing, orally, and during small and large group presentations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Mayor, City Council, City Officials, City Staff, and the general public.
- Ability to relate to and develop good working relationships with other local governments, county governments, community organizations, schools, and state and federal agencies.
- Ability to carry out the intentions and directions of the Council enthusiastically.
- Ability to demonstrate a personality that can communicate the City’s goals and needs to employees.
General Information
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.
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