CITY OF SHERIDAN, OR
CITY MANAGER
Applications Due JUly 21, 2025
Sheridan, Oregon (population 6,277) is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking leader to join the community and help envision its bright future. Located off Highway 18 in Oregon’s scenic wine country, with the South Yamhill River running through town, Sheridan enjoys a beautiful environment and a wealth of opportunity to support development of new business and community assets that honor the city’s rich heritage.
The ideal candidate should be a forward-thinking leader with well-rounded management abilities that promote a collaborative and professional organization. An understanding of Council-Manager government roles is important, with desired attributes and skills including: facilitating strong Council relations, public finance excellence, knowledge of public works, excellent communication skills, creative financing and economic development approaches, and ability to foster strong intergovernmental relations. A commitment to promote constructive community engagement and a genuine appreciation for the people, history, and small-town spirit of Sheridan is essential.
Education / Experience
The City Manager position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, planning, political science, or related field, and at least three years of upper-level local government management experience, including personnel management, budget and finance administration, and grant procurement. The City Council will consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.
The City prefers a candidate with an advanced degree in public administration or a related field, and at least five or more years of experience in increasingly responsible public sector management. Experience and/or training in public works infrastructure projects and/or downtown revitalization is highly desired.
Compensation is $120,000 - $150,000
(DOQ) with excellent benefits
More Information on the Position:
To Apply:
To be considered, candidates must email the following applications materials to emily@jensenstrategies.com, no later than July 21, 2025:
(1) concise cover letter summarizing relevant background and qualifications for the position in PDF or Word format;
(2) resume in PDF or Word format;
(3) a completed Application Form in PDF or Word format;
and, if applicable,
(4) Veterans Only: a completed and signed Oregon Veteran’s Preference form with supporting documentation (DD-214 or DD-215). (Please do not submit a Veterans’ Preference Form if you are not a veteran)
Questions may be directed to:
Emily Rehder
(503) 477-5615
emily@jensenstrategies.com
The City of Sheridan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.