City Manager

A vibrant City with a big heart located off exit-1 on Interstate-75 proudly known as the Gateway to Tennessee, the city of East Ridge is a thriving and rapidly growing community bordering the City of Chattanooga and the State of Georgia. East Ridge is home to the Chattanooga Red Wolves, Camp Jordan multi-use sports complex, Top Golf, and Venue 1921.

With a population of over 22,000 residents, a workforce of 180 employees, and encompassing 8 square miles the City has a general fund budget of approximately $27.8 million. The City of East Ridge is looking for their next City Manager. The present City Manager is retiring. The City Manager reports to a five-member council that is elected to four-year staggered terms and meets twice a month.

The City Manager is responsible to the City Council for the administration of all City affairs, including the appointment and removal of all City employees, the supervision of all departments of the City, and the enforcement of all laws, charter provisions and acts of Council. The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $160,000) and the contract will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

The City offers an excellent benefits package. A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, or related field, is required. A Master of Public Administration degree is preferred. A minimum of three consecutive years of public management in a supervisory role within local government (City Manager or Assistant City Manager) is required and at least ten years is preferred. The City is seeking a skilled and engaging leader with a high level of internal motivation, interpersonal skills, financial expertise, leadership abilities, economic development skills, knowledge of intergovernmental relations, and a strong desire to serve the public.

The successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively with elected officials, staff, and stakeholders to provide services that are desirable to our citizens and guests. The candidate is required to live within Hamilton county or relocate to East Ridge, TN city limits within 12 months of hire date. Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to msinigaglio., or mail to City of East Ridge, Attn:
Michelle Sinigaglio, Human Resources Director, 1517 Tombras Avenue East Ridge, TN 37412. For more information about the Gateway to Tennessee, visit our website tridgetn.gov. Resumes will be accepted through Friday, February 20th at 4:30pm. Background checks will be conducted.