City Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE The City of Claremont, NH, a historic community of approximately 13,000 residents in the Lake Sunapee Region, is seeking an innovative and proactive community leader to serve as its next City Manager. Operating under a City Council/City Manager form of government, the manager oversees a $20.5 million operating budget, 100 full-time and 65 part-time employees, 11 direct reports, and five labor unions. The role involves guiding the city's transformation, balancing economic development with historical preservation, and leveraging its location near Dartmouth College and major transportation routes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Articulate a clear vision for continued economic growth in an evolving residential, commercial, and industrial environment. - Maintain the momentum of the right mix of economic development while preserving the city's historical presence and New England charm. - Oversee daily municipal operations, managing a $20.5 million budget and a workforce of 165 full- and part-time employees. - Foster effective and transparent communication with the City Council, municipal employees, labor unions, and the citizens of Claremont. - Guide the adaptive re-use and transformation of the historic downtown into a thriving residential and commercial center. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Seven or more years of municipal government experience in progressively responsible management and administrative capacities. 2. A master's degree in public administration or a related field is preferred. 3. An equivalent combination of education and relevant management experience will be considered. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Residency within the city is currently required by the City Charter. SELECTION PROCESS - Candidates will be evaluated based on their submitted resume, cover letter, and relevant municipal management experience. - For further information, potential candidates can contact Alan Gould, President of Municipal Resources Inc., at 603-279-0352, x320, or visit the Municipal Resources, Inc. website. HOW TO APPLY - Submit a resume and cover letter in confidence as a single PDF attachment. - Email the application materials to recruitment@mrigov.com. - Applications must be received by 8:00 AM on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Job Type: Full-time. - Operational Area: Administration and Management. - Organization: City of Claremont, NH. - Location: Claremont, NH. - Application Deadline: September 8, 2026. - Equal Opportunity Employer.