The deadline is nearly here for those wishing to apply to serve as the next Assistant City Manager of Emporia.
Applications are due by noon Tuesday. Applicants should send their resumes to Jo Lynne Herron by emailing Jherron@emporiaks.gov. The ideal candidate will be an engaged and trusted partner within the community who enjoys relationship building inside and outside of the organization that can manage operations of the functions they are tasked with overseeing.
Five years of experience in public administration, a master’s degree, or the equivalent of such, in public administration are required for the position. Residence in the Emporia city limits within one year of hire is required.
Preliminary interviews are scheduled for the week of Feb. 27 with finalists interviews scheduled for Mar. 17. For more information visit the city’s website EmporiaKS.gov.
The search for a new assistant city manager follows the departure of Lane Massey who served in the role for five years before leaving to take the role of City Administrator in Spring Hill this past August.