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HomeMy WebLinkAboutProthman GMP Proposal - Tigard City Manager /I 117- \ .,,,, ii,„,,. ,,. - .-;-..ii:'.-:;"': ti -� - ij •�1� } 4 -, wh y\ ` e �_ a I -.•_i a a li,, ,_, .1., ,,,:•-., 111 it 1 .ft • ---_L it , i. 11!_ .. CITY .a,�E HAIL _ Wo;1..q.r.1 • : 1'. . • .1 i_ 1 ii . BM , . .,,,,74,...",,,•-v, . .,'''. -•- dri b. .., MIMI Pik- --C•. , ' , :: rI rim -` = .et3 ' F — a. . ,, JANUARY 2026 City Manager Recruitment Proposal FOR THE CITY OF TIGARD , OR PRESENTED BY Greg M. Prothman President, GMP Consultants GMP CONSULTANTS Greg@gmphr.com � ` � (206) 714 9499 1 V/ www.gmphr.com CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Table of Contents Cover Letter 03 About GMP Consultants 04 Why Choose GMP 05 Meet Your Recruitment Team 06 Work Plan & Approach 07 Professional References 10 Recruitment Schedule 10 Professional Fees & Expenses 11 Guarantee and Warranty 11 Oregon City Management Recruitments 12 All City Management Recruitments 12 Addendim - Position Profile & Invite Letter Examples Page 2 G M P ~'CONSUL'1'AN'IS G M P 1�CONSULTANTS January 4, 2026 Mr. Cesar Romero Human Resources Manager City of Tigard 13125 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223 Dear Mr. Romero; Thank you for the opportunity to provide our proposal to assist the City of Tigard with the recruitment of its next City Manager. GMP is well positioned to partner with the City as we have conducted 18 national city manager/administrator recruitments in the last year and have recently completed or in the process of completing these Oregon recruitments: • City of Wilsonville, OR - City Manager • City of La Grande, OR - City Manager • City of North Plains, OR - City Manager • Crook County, OR - County Manager • City of Scappoose, OR - City Manager • City of John Day, OR - City Manager Your lead consultant will be former Oregon City Manager Richard Meyers. Richard brings 36 years of city management experience including 26 years as city manager with Cottage Grove and seven years with Mrytle Point. He also previously served as an ICMA Oregon Senior Advisor and is still very active in the Oregon City Managers Association, bringing excellent candidate contacts. Having conducted 800 total recruitments including over 150 city manager/administrator recruitments, we believe GMP's proven process provides a best practices approach to attracting high-quality candidates and ensuring a good fit for you organization. We have earned a reputation for providing superior service and building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. As the leader in public sector executive search, we stand by our work by offering an 18-month guarantee on your selection! If you have any questions or would like to discuss your specific needs, please do not hesitate to contact me at (206)714-9499 or Greg@gmphr.com. I look forward to hearing from you and hope to have the opportunity to work together soon. Sincerely, G g M. Prothman President 206.714.9499 •7041 Cascade Ave SE Snoqualmie,WA 98065 •greg@gmphr.com City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal About GMP Consultants Our Foundation Our Qualifications GMP Consultants is a public Founded and led by Greg M. sector executive search firm with Prothman, formerly the CEO of a collective 360 years of local Prothman, GMP consultants have government leadership experience worked on over 800 executives with both regional and national searches and over 100 public relationships. sector consulting projects. GMP Consultants value the Our senior search consultants are importance of local government in active in both national and state our communities. We offer our associations in their respective clients experienced subject matter professional disciplines. experts with a solid understanding of municipal government coupled Our Philosophy with decades of experience. Our business philosophy centers on We have served in a wide range of the understanding that this is a executive positions, from city and "people" related industry. We have county management to public a reputation for providing superior works, management information service and building lasting systems, police, fire and finance. relationships with both clients and candidates. We believe that attention to others' needs is the key to effective customer service. GMP Consultant's Mission To provide exceptional executive search, interim placements, and organizational consulting partnering with our clients to provide the highest quality services to their residents. Page 4 G M P CONSUL FAN7'S City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Why Choose GMP Consultants? What you get with GMP Consultants is personal service • You appreciate it when phone calls are returned • Projects stay on schedule • Your challenges are given thorough and creative thinking While other companies may assign your business to lesser experienced staff, we offer exceptional service from former sucessful city management professionals. What Can You Expect From a GMP Recruitment? Our consultants bring a reputation for providing SERVICE & outstanding service and building lasting relationships RELATIONSHIP with both clients and candidates. CUSTOMIZED We take the time to become familiar with your SOLUTIONS organization to ensure that we offer the best solution and not just a single service. We work closely with you and your candidates through PEOPLE FIRST every stage of the recruitment process, creating a welcoming candidate experience and ensuring an effective recruitment outcome. GMP Consultants have completed over 800 executive RECRUITMENT recruitments and over 150 city/county management EXPERIENCE recruitments, including 18 in the last 12 months! GMP is confident in its time tested and proven process. If OUR 18 MONTH your selected candidate leaves employment of the GUARANTEE organization within the first 18 months of appointment, we will conduct an additional recruitment with no professional fee! '+ GMP Page 5 ------ CONSUL!ANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Meet Your Recruitment Team Richard Meyers - Senior Consultant (Currently conducting the recruitment for Wilsonville City Manager) Richard is the recently retired City Manager of the City of Cottage Grove, Oregon fib where he served as City Manager for 26 years and has worked in local government for over 36 years. Prior to Cottage Grove he served as the City Manager for Myrtle 4.- Point, Oregon for seven years. Richard attended Brigham Young University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Public Policy and a master's in Public Administration. He was servied previously as a Senior Advisor for the Oregon City/County Management Association (OCCMA) and is a Life member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). He enjoys cycling and flat-water kayaking. Kate Hansen - Operations Manager Kate brings 20 years of project management and administration experience "tik. spanning private business, nonprofit, and government. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds a B.A. in Theatre from Chapman University, with an emphasis in stage management. Kate brings a distinguishing blend of attention to detail, creativity, and critical thinking. Having served as a fire district administrator, political campaign manager and elected official, Kate possesses multi-faceted experience in local government. She has also served on the Board of Directors for multiple non-profits. Brenda Gabbitas - Project Manager Brenda has over a decade of experience working with many communities around the globe in both public and private sectors,including the education field. She leans 11 4, on her experiences to build lasting relationships with everyone she works with 1$ while delivering unparalleled levels of service. Brenda holds a Bachelor's of Education in Early Childhood Development from Utah Valley University. Al Page 6 / ,kGMPGMP 1�CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Work Plan & Approach GMP Consultants have conducted hundreds of successful executive searches refining our process along the way. We partner with you with the goal of finding a highly qualified candidate who is the perfect "fit" for your organization. We suggest a process comprised of four stages: Preparation, Candidate Sourcing, Assessment &Selection STEP 1: PREPARATION Information Gathering & Profile Development • Search Planning and Stakeholder Meetings • Developing a Candidate Recruitment Profile , • Identifying the Ideal Candidate Traits STEP 2: CANDIDATE SOURCING ;7 , Strategic Outreach & Marketing • Place Targeted Advertisements , ,_ - li • Mail Invitation to Apply Flyer .', .444,„ lit F • Emails to Candidates • Phone Calls to Candidates STEP 3: ASSESSMENT ,r-----1 Review & Screening • Identify Leading Candidates La_ 4c.. • Conduct Preliminary Interviews • Work Session with Client to Select Finalists STEP 4: SELECTION , ''', Final Interviews _ •„ • Final Interview Preparation ►► 'l • Reference & Background Checks • Finalist Interviews • Selection & Negotiations Page 7 , GMP -- CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Preparation Information Gathering & Profile Development • Review the scope of work • Collectively establish a project schedule Planning Meeting • Identify the geographic scope of the search • Review the compensation package • Identify key stakeholders • Meet with City Council Members Individually Stakeholder • Department Directors Engagement • Designated Staff Members • Others as Identified Develop a Position Profile featuring: Recruitment Profile • Why Apply? • Ideal Candidate Traits Development • Quality of Life • Challenges & Opportunities • The City • Compensation & Benefits • The Position • Your social media Candidate Sourcing Strategic Outreach and Marketing Our goal is to reach candidates who are actively looking for a new position and those who are happy in their current assignment An advertising campaign that showcases your City and the Advertising City Administrator position across regional and national websites &job boards Invitation to • A customized Invitation to Apply flyer • Develop a database of city management candidates Apply Mailer • Approximately 700 to 900 flyers mailed Email Outreach Email announcements sent to 3,400 City Management professionals nationally With 18 former city manager/administrators we leverage our Personal Calls extensive knowledge of city management candidates Page 8 / G M P 1/(:oNstI.7 AN I.. City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Assessment Candidate Review& Screening Candidate Application • Application - cover letter, application, resume, and professional references Materials • Communication - We keep you updated regularly • Background- Conduct an in-depth internet inquiry on the Preliminary most promising candidate • Semifinalist Interview - We conduct a preliminary interview Interviews with the most promising candidates (we can record these) • Recommend - We provide a candidate summary and our recommendations for consideration • We provide each semifinalist candidate's cover letter, City Council resume, & essay questions • The results of the internet search Work Session • The consultant's candidate summary and recommendations • Finalist Selection - City Council selects the finalists Selection Final Interviews • Conduct Reference Checks • Conduct Background Checks - Education Verification, Criminal History, Driving Record, and Sex Offender Check Final • Facilitate Candidate Travel- Coordinate the most cost- Interviews effective travel arrangements Preparation • Develop a Master Interview Schedule • Develop Draft Interview Questions • Final Interview Materials - Provide all final interview materials for each candidate for printing by the City • Facilitate the Final Interviews -Your consultant will be on site to facilitate the final interview process City Council • Facilitate Advisory Panel Debrief- Facilitate the City Interviews Council's debrief with all advisory panels (if used) • City Council Candidate Evaluation - Facilitate the City Council's evaluation of the candidates and potential consensus Once the Council has identified a preferred candidate GMP will: Candidate • Facilitate potential contract elements Selection • Assist in the job offer and contract negotiations leading to an employment agreement • Notify all unsuccessful finalists Page 9 G M P 1/t \\Is City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Professional References City of St Helens, OR City of Scappoose, OR John Walsh, City Administrator Joseph Backus, Mayor jwalsh@sthelensoregon.gov jbackus@scappoose.gov 503-366-8211 971-930-0135 Finance Director City Manager City of Gearhart, OR City of North Plains, OR Chad Sweet, City Administrator Teri Lenahan, Mayor chadsweet@cityofgearhart.com teri.lenahan@northplains.gov 503-738-5501 503-647-5555 Police Chief City Manager Division Chief- Fire Department Recruitment Schedule Recruitments take approximately 90 days to complete. Kickoff Meeting City Council& GMP: Meet to discuss timeline &search process Profile Development Week 1-2 GMP: Meet with key stakeholders &create position profile Advertising Week 3-7 GMP: Post online ads; send direct mailing First Review Week 8 9 GMP: Conduct interviews with most promising candidates Work Session Week 10 City Council& GMP: Review semifinalists and choose finalist candidates Final Interview Prep. Week 11-12 GMP: Conduct reference checks, complete interview schedule, coordinate travel with candidates Final Interviews Week 12 GMP: Facilitate finalist interview process City Council: Host interviews & make hiring selection Page 10 GMP CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Professional Fee & Expenses The fee for conducting a City Manager search is $19,500. Professional fees cover all consultant and staff time required to conduct the recruitment. Expenses are additional. Professional fees are billed in three equal installments: at the beginning, halfway, and upon completion of the final interviews. If needed, re-advertising the position can be completed for a $750 administrative fee plus expenses. The City will be responsible for reimbursing expenses incurred on the City's behalf. All expenses are submitted at actual cost with no markup. Expenses include: Websites,job boards and other advertising $1,800 - $2,200 Direct mail announcements $1,700 - $2,000 Consultant travel IRS mileage rate + $87.50/hr Background checks $225 per candidate Guarantee & Warranty Guarantee Should the selected candidate leave the employment of the City within the first 18 months of appointment, we will conduct an additional recruitment for the cost of expenses only, if requested to do so within six months of the employee's departure. Warranty If the major elements of the process are followed and a candidate is not chosen, we will repeat the recruitment for a $750 administrative fee plus expenses. Page 11 G M P 1�CoNSUI:I'AN IS City of Tigard City Manager - Recruitment Proposal OREGON SEARCHES BY GMP CONSULTANTS & MANAGERS City of Astoria (2) City of Hermiston City of North Plains City of Wood Village, City Manager City Manager City Manager City Manager City of Bandon City of Hood River City of Ontario City of Woodburn City Manager City Manager City Manager City Administrator City of Burns City of John Day City of Scappoose City of Yachats City Manager City Manager City Manager (2) City Manager City of Canby City of Lake Oswego City of Shady Cove Clackamas County City Administrator (2) City Manager City Administrator County Administrator City of Coburg City of Lebanon City of Toledo Clatsop County City Administrator City Manager City Manager County Manager (2) City of Coquille City of La Grand City of Troutdale Cook County City Manager City Manager City Manager County Manager City of Cottage Grove, City of Lincoln City City of Umatilla Curry County City Manager City Manager City Manager County Administrator City of Drain City of McMinnville City of Waldport Deschutes County City Administrator City Manager City Manager County Administrator City of Damascus City of Milwaukie City of West Linn Hood River County City Manager City Manager City Manager County Administrator City of Gladstone City of Mt.Angel City of Wilsonville Lane County City Administrator City Manager City Manager County Administrator CITY & COUNTY SEARCHES BY GMP CONSULTANTS City of Astoria, OR(2) City of Colorado City of Ellensburg, WA City Manager City of Burns, OR Springs, CO City Manager City of Arlington, WA City Manager Assistant City Manager City of Emeryville, CA City Administrator City of Canby, OR City of Connell, WA City Manager City of Bainbridge City Administrator City Administrator (2) City of Fife, WA Island, WA City of Carnation, WA City of Coquille, OR City Manager City Administrator City Manager (2) City Manager City of Fircrest, WA City of Bandon, OR City of Casper, WY City of Cottage Grove, OR City Manager (2) City Manager City Manager City Manager Town of Friday Harbor City of Battle Ground, City of Chehalis, WA City of Covington, WA City Administrator WA City Manager (2) City Manager City of Gig Harbor, WA City Manager (2) City of Chelan, WA City of Damascus, OR City Administrator City of Bingen, WA City Administrator (3) City Manager City of Gillette, WY City Administrator City of Clyde Hill, WA City of Drain, OR City Administrator City of Bothell, WA City Administrator City Administrator City of Gladstone, OR Deputy City Manager City of Coburg, OR City of DuPont, WA City Administrator Assistant City Manager City Administrator City Administrator City of Hailey, ID City of Brainerd, MN City of College Place, City of Duvall, WA City Administrator City Administrator WA City Administrator City of Hermiston, OR City& County of City Administrator City of Edgewood, WA City Manager Broomfield, CO City Manager (2) City of Hood River, OR Deputy City Manager City Manager Page 12 " GMP CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager - Recruitment Proposal City of Issaquah, WA City of Minot, ND City of Renton, WA City of Vancouver, WA City Administrator City Manager Chief Administrative Assistant City Manager Deputy City Administrator City of McMinnville, OR Officer City of Waldport, OR City of John Day, OR City Manager City of Ridgefield, WA City Manager City Manager City of Moab, UT City Manager City of Walla Walla, WA City of Kelso, WA City Manager City of Riverton, WY City Manager City Manager City of Monroe, WA City Administrator City of West Linn, OR City of Kenmore, WA City Administrator City of Sammamish, WA City Manager City Manager (2) City of Moses Lake, WA City Manager (2) City of White Salmon, City of Ketchum, ID City Manager (2) City of Scappoose, OR WA City Administrator City of Mountlake City Manager City Administrator City of La Grande, OR Terrace, WA City of Sitka, AK City of Wood Village, OR City Manager City Manager (2) Municipal Administrator City Manager City of Lacey, WA City of Mt. Angel, OR City of Shelton, WA City of Woodburn, OR City Manager (2) City Manager City Administrator City Administrator City of Lake Forest Park, City of Mukilteo, WA City of Sheridan, WY City of Woodinville, WA WA City Administrator City Administrator City Manager City Administrator (3) Management Services City of Shoreline, WA City of Woodland, WA City of Lake Oswego, OR Director City Manager (2) City Administrator City Manager City of Newcastle, WA Deputy City Manager City of Wrangell, AK City of Lake Stevens, WA City Manager (2) City of Silverthorne, CO Borough Manager City Administrator City of Normandy Park, Town Manager City of Yachats, OR City of Lakewood, WA WA City of South Lake City Manager City Manager City Manager Tahoe, CA City of Yakima, WA Assistant City Manager City of North Branch, City Manager City Manager City of Leavenworth, WA MN City of Spearfish, SD Assistant City Manager City Administrator (2) City Administrator City Administrator City of Yelm, WA City of Lebanon, OR City of North Plains, OR City of Spokane Valley, City Administrator City Manager City Manager WA Blaine County, ID City of Lewiston, ID City of Oak Park City Manager County Administrator City Manager Heights, MN Deputy City Manager Clackamas County, OR City of Lincoln City, OR City Administrator City of Stanwood, WA County Administrator City Manager City of Ontario, OR City Administrator Clatsop County, OR City of Longview, WA City Manager City of Stevenson, WA County Manager (2) City Manager City of Othello, WA City Administrator County of Los Alamos, City of Louisville, CO City Administrator City of Sultan, WA NM City Manager City of Pasco, WA City Administrator County Administrator City of Lynden, WA City Manager (2) City of Sun Valley, ID Crook County, OR City Administrator Deputy City Manager City Administrator County Manager City of McMinnville, OR City of Port Angeles, WA City of Sunnyside, WA Curry County, OR City Manager City Manager City Manager County Administrator City of Medina, MN City of Post Falls, ID City of Thorne Bay, AK Deschutes County, OR City Administrator City Administrator City Administrator Fair & Expo Director City of Media, WA City of Prosser, WA City of Toledo, OR County Administrator City Manager (2) City Administrator City Manager Eagle County, CO City of Mill Creek, WA City of Puyallup, WA City of Troutdale, OR County Manager City Manager City Manager City Manager Franklin County, WA City of Milwaukie, OR City of Rawlins, WY City of Tumwater County Administrator City Manager City Manager City Administrator Gunnison County, CO City of Newcastle, WA City of Umatilla, OR County Manager City Manager (2) City Manager Page 13 A'►�GMP - CONSULTANTS City of Tigard City Manager- Recruitment Proposal Assistant County Manager Lane County, OR Summit County, UT (2) County Administrator County Manager Hood River County, OR Lewis County, WA Thurston County, WA County Administrator County Manager Assistant Chief Island County, WA Mason County, WA Administrative Officer County Administrator County Administrator Inyo County, CA Mono County, CA Assistant/Deputy County County Admin. Officer Administrator Assist. County Admin. County Administrative San Juan County, WA Officer County Manager Jefferson County, WA Snohomish County,WA Central Services Director Executive Director(2) APPENDIX - WORK SAMPLES POSITION PROFILE & INVITATION TO APPLY LETTER Additional samples available at gmphr.com. Copyright© 2026 by GMP Consultants.All rights reserved. Page 14 �'►�GMP 1 CONSULTANTS CI TY MANAG E R CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE , OREGON ,•• Ar i w . . , r -. a ' 'Al 1 '1 i.',p.,4-if.c 41.."1,,4,.-•4.4.1;4 2',..„r,.i,.vy 1,,...0-,,;N.i:>xaiA,,,o''o.-.;-t..Vt1..7..s-.'--I 4-.o"z1..•-:t.'I„i"t.i.r..4t.t4.-.,t-‘el,,„.l c ,1'' .a74..:s..1''.,'.'1',„•.:-r-'• ` vy. %t` i.. of ., .ice rt i'i.i..i• t I7I�f� gf ".�'�'TI'r� j,. -� r �` , 1. .- - �. . 1� i i_,�• 4 �- !i)�1, i - :•,. iL�1��i ♦ ` C . . �! 71 , _^�. TW. - ', f �. .-, �r 1!. . . . �, ',• sjt ,=tj t�R• •Y 1 1. . ". J i .r t': i • �` ' '- 7 I. �., • • - _ • vs. _ ., 4-•. ..... r or, ., 1 . 0 i I 4 .. 4_ . ..r • f- , •41r/ ... ' . r ~ 1.1 ILI -- .. 1 . - -- - — _- - -— , I -- - 7 ' ' . . * - - _ _ lik., _ 1 Ili1 Why Apply? Cottage Grove is a picturesque community in southern Willamette Valley that serves as the gateway to southern Oregon. Twice named an "All-American City" by the National Civic League, Cottage Grove's traditional small-town values make it an appealing place to live and raise a family. The community also enjoys a great sense of volunteerism and can-do attitude that are reflected in strong community partnerships. In Cottage Grove, economic development and redevelopment opportunities abound. The next City Manager will have the opportunity to further shape the community and support it in achieving its vision. GMP 4 Flit Al, -.* - -A Wetcoote to ": , _ , 0 10014t.- "W : GOTTAG GROVE it rat 11 �� 4 : 4 ,41,.. ),/c,, ,, 17 P { .. _,� i \ . /01111 `. ,. • _. 1 ... •!;ii. 71.:. i 1 i 1°4 , .5. • _, , 1 1 : 61" it j , . 4 4 ,, Cottage Grove is a historic and vibrant community of 10,729 located 2 hours south of Portland at the southern end of the picturesque Willamette Valley. Situated amid the lush greenery at the confluence of the Row River and the Coast Fork of the Willamette River, Cottage Grove is known for its scenic beauty, historic covered bridges, and small-town charm. In 2021, Cottage Grove was named one of 60 "Charming American Towns" by both House Beautiful Magazine and Oprah Magazine. Founded in 1887, Cottage Grove celebrates a rich history in goldmining and logging. The community pride in Cottage Grove's historical heritage is evident in the city's numerous museums and 20 colorful outdoor murals. The lively downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and offers eateries, antique stores, boutiques, and live theater. Known as the "Covered Bridge Capital of Oregon," the Cottage Grove area features 6 covered bridges dating back to 1920, attracting tourists and history buffs from all over. The famed Chambers Bridge is regarded as the last remaining covered railroad bridge west of the Mississippi. The city's charm and beauty have served as the setting for numerous Hollywood movies such as Buster Keaton's 1920 The General, Animal House, and Stand By Me. The town gathers to celebrate its history and community spirit with annual events like Bohemia Mining Days, Fall Festival, Christmas in Cottage Grove, and trick-or-treating downtown. The community also has strong ties to nature with easy access to two beautiful lakes, multiple swimming locations and waterfalls, miles of scenic bike trails, several campgrounds, hiking trails, and two golf courses. Residents appreciate Cottage Grove's tight-knit community and small-town feel within reach of the larger city offerings of Eugene, only 20 minutes away. Eugene Airport serves the region with commercial air travel. CITY MANAGER I CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON 1 THE CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE � , . ,G - Incorporated in 1887, the City of Cottage Grove operates under ` t a Council-Manager form of government with a total budget of $51 million and a team of 93 FTEs. The City of Cottage Grove ' "i has seven elected officials: the Mayor and six City Councilors. `_ G:. , r} ` ' « ` " The Mayor is elected for a two-year term and the City _ w Councilors are elected for four-year terms. - -- Mayor Solesbee is serving her first term as Mayor of the City of rim II ,I hlf:- LA__ Cottage Grove after being elected to the position in November MI - n ;} 2022. Previously, she served as City Councilor in Ward 5 from ,ti� __-, ' mom - I-1 2018 to 2022. - I r1 caw.`I`°"'' - Departments include City Manager's Office, Finance . - Department, Police Department, Library Services, Public Works, • f If and Development Department and Divisions. . ' Jr ' FULL-TIME 2023 BUDGET: AREA POPULATION C EMPLOYEES • $51 million 3.98 square ,/ 93 • miles 10,729 be rr 1 M.' I THE CITY MANAGER The City Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer of the City. The City Manager works under the general direction of the Mayor and City Council, which establishes policies and ordinances that the City Manager implements and administers. The City Manager directs and supervises all activities of the City departments to the end of obtaining the utmost efficiency in each and implements policy as established by the Mayor and City Council. The City Manager's Office is responsible to the Mayor and City Council for the planning, coordination, and overall performance of City services. The City Recorder serves as the manager's Administrative Assistant. .� ,,,# S ► : y , i C. \� ��„ ire ` 1 , fir: p s e f, F 1 • Nk t r ..} *` + et' ilia } ` w "Mr� :4 _ - Y.,,,may z - =L _ -.,, ! .t. _ _.. Z Z . IIIIIIIfti e F - _ - ft _ 11 a ;,, CITY MANAGER I CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON 2 404 111�i a �. KI" � T i��•; , lei p ii . .-_. 4„ .-.0,4, Lk,. ' , 1, ,.. .... . , . •.. - .11�l ►�, t < •ram IM. r , 4 I ,i .1111 .- J 1 _ - 1 '' ____ t it ,` \il i ` I1 IMI 1 0 ' 11,1t,, i it101-1R �I'1, Ifil III �I ,,\ 1 \ II '\ `ii Ill Ld� F THE IDEAL CANDIDATE • A strategic and creative thinker who will ensure movement towards realization of an agreed-upon vision and goals. • Fiscally responsible with a broad understanding of all City operations, especially utilities. • A confident and self-assured demeanor that will engender trust with Council and staff; and proven skills in making timely, clear and unambiguous decisions. • An understanding and appreciation of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and demonstrated ability and success connecting with diverse groups of people. • Will regularly and frequently engage the Mayor and Councilmembers equally and seek their input. • A strong and competent communicator who is responsive to Mayor and Councilmembers, the community, and City staff; and who actively listens and follows up to resolve issues. • Solution-oriented and responds to issues and inquiries in a constructive way with transparency. • Skill in leading and facilitating policy discussions that support and enable Mayor and Council to reach consensus especially on difficult issues. • The ability to be candid and transparent in providing responses to Mayor and Council and to disagree without being disagreeable. • An assertive leader as well as a manager, one who sets an example for City staff in demonstrating integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness. • Manages staff with empathy and understanding, demonstrates appreciation for good work, and inspires employees to build a long tenure. • A commitment to empowering employees and a demonstrated ability to effectively delegate with trust without losing track of objectives and timelines. CITY MANAGER I CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON 3 OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES 1) A Changing Population & Culture - The community is transitioning and is more diverse than 20 years ago. How it adapts to and accommodates a changing culture and population will be of paramount importance and a critical priority. At the same time, residents and businesses need to be engaged and assured that these changes will improve the community and make it stronger and more resilient. The challenge will be how to maintain the community's good qualities as it evolves and grows. 2) Communications Plan - The City needs to develop, adopt, and implement a communications program that routinely provides the community with information about events, projects, programs as well as explains the issues the Mayor and Council are considering and the decisions they've made and why. 3) Strategic & Financial Planning - The City's facilities, utilities, and physical infrastructure will require capital maintenance and replacement over the next several years. The development of strategic and financial plans will be necessary to assist future Councils in making critical decisions regarding these essential assets and to provide the community and staff with a clear understanding of the objectives and how to achieve them. 4) Homelessness - Like many Oregon cities, Cottage Grove has experienced an increase in its unhoused population. The new City Manager will play a critical role in guiding the community in addressing the City's role in addressing how to provide transitional housing that is affordable and attainable. 5) Project Management - The City has obtained significant financial support in the form of grants to develop a new park and rebuild its Main Street corridor. These projects will have a substantial impact on the community and will require a diligent communication effort to include explaining the projects and their benefits, keeping the community informed during construction, and working with contractor(s) ensuring that businesses stay open and accessible. 6) Relationship Building - The new City Manager will need to quickly gain the trust and confidence of the Mayor, Council, staff and the community by demonstrating capable leadership to bring people together as a team and facilitate strong collaboration, especially as it pertains to decision making. t t f .i. li b; , g - 7 MI - -- Ali 1 111 III LI `,. .=,in's-' ,, .-:`,1:'• _., fe3t,-..A.---- i. rd , i IIa'. r ii • ., a -v �!�� _ . : :'ma`s"` : __ . - • • CITY MANAGER I CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON 4 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and a minimum of 7 years progressively responsible management experience. An advanced degree in public administration or related field is preferred. However, any combination of education and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for successful performance is qualifying. The City of Cottage Grove is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in its government and community, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. RESOURCES COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The City of Cottage Grove is offering an annual salary range 2022-2023 Budget of $150,000 to $185,000 for this position, dependent upon experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive Cottage Grove 2037 - Vision and Action Plan benefits package. Visit gmphr.com for benefit plan documents. Residency in Cottage Grove is required within six months of hire. Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce '�' ,. F ,..` 1�"":° 0.+ / ' Y.h K ,fit •,.L� y t w .' -�' 3.�oyy ..y. Visit Cottage Grove � `� A ,. 4 '' il'''A ^`.,,,ti,i ` i r ! Ai � - �� !II rat f , \ y � ` ,A:. - CITY Of : i fk , '',.;::',/' �, .,r = �;` L COTTAGE GROVE .- „ -.,, ,.. , .F . ' , � € ti i., .,.e r� 9 . ajy 1.OREGON = - p ms y rP. Y �. ` > Yv . - O 0 e 1 ®{{ t ., . , ,,. . s . t. .. , i.... ,..,. . „_,.. A L n ...,: .. . ' ~ t ' '«.. I2; u s ,S ,TfIfi! i`I - are .` '''`tf,- ��1lei'. Apply Online: gmphr.com TOAPPLY First Review: November 5, 2023 � _V1 GP More Info: Bob Larson, GMP Consultants �CONSULTANTS bob@gmphr.com / (425) 894-8097 1 1 Welcome to SCAPPOOSE . _ �, _ ,.. , _,t .-, F s Y f `4 .....-41134:411a, s' r. J Tyr t �r _^ . WHY APPLY ? Dear Colleague, This is an exciting and exceptional opportunity to bring your vision, GMP Consultants is assisting the City of Scappoose, Oregon integrity, and passion to the City of in finding a City Manager. Perhaps this is the right time in Scappoose. Your leadership and your career to consider this exciting opportunity. If not, would management skills will make a you please pass this on to others who may be interested? meaningful impact on the future of the Thank you for your consideration and assistance. City and its residents. The new City Manager will benefit from the Greg M. Prothman, GMP Consultants resources and backing of a supportive greg@gmphr.com /206-714-9499 city council, dedicated staff, and an engaged community. If you are looking for a friendly community with a great 9pPPP008f ,04\G M P quality of life, Council-Manager I � ` S C A P P C� S E CONSULTANTS governance, and a financially stable �p� City with a positive organizational culture, this may be the right opportunity for you. -� s- Ft III r _ J/� , (1 '.yet 141 :�rri ,, i, '4 " i 0 _ it i• i a 1 -* , -\ -A „,,, AR f/(( fi j (f{'' • . .Ill... . d'.• _ -- _ ri 'ffi, v' gmphr.com 1 I 4 kul\ •� • THE CITY OF SCAPPOOSE ,,..,.„„„.. . .4. -,, =- �',. Incorporated in 1921, the City of Scappoose operates under a Council- y�iiii Manager form of government with a City Council that consists of a mayor --Iand six councilors elected from the City at large to four-year terms. The !Illhill 1 N . City provides services to a population of 8,010 across 2.75 square miles Now _ Nit Li- I with a current budget of $45.5 million and a team of 38.5 FTEs. City departments include Administration, Finance, Community r ,i,,,...,j,.,,,N' — Development, Police, and Public Works. Fire and emergency medical services are provided by the Scappoose Rural Fire Protection District and 4 � ' 4 the Scappoose Library District provides library services. Scappoose also : rt :w has an Urban Renewal Agency. City Committees include Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Budget, and Planning Commission. vreininiiii — FULL-TIME • AREA EMPLOYEES • BUDGET q POPULATION 2.75 square $45.5 million , 8,010 38.5 miles •THE CITY MANAGER . ....... • • ...... Working under the policy guidance and direction of the City Council, the City Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer for the City, providing executive leadership and representation on all matters concerning City government. This position is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and reviewing all activities and operations of the City. This includes coordinating programs, services, and activities among City departments and outside agencies, ensuring the financial integrity of the organization, representing the City's interests, and providing highly responsible and complex policy advice and administrative support to the Mayor and City Council. • View full position EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE profile at .....gmphr.com...: • A bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Planning, Political Science, or related field, and at least eight (8) years of progressively more responsible - senior management experience are required. `\° ' • Or any satisfactory combination of experience and - ,. - pie,k.' ' ` - ° t 3 training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and . t }; i ° fir' abilities to successfully perform the job. .,," "�'"` • _ g.- . s ,; - • Master's degree and five (5) years of Public Sector f r'; i -. _ w ' management experience are desirable. ,=p: "� �.'''' , . r Visit: gmphr.com LEARN Salary Range: $119,149 to$160,000x annually DOQ First Review Date: May 5,2024 1��Gi' '1 P M 0 R E CONSULTANTS More Information: Bob Larson, GMP Consultants bob@gmphr.com/(425)894-8097