Assistant City Manager - City of Corpus Christi, TX

City of Corpus Christi, TX
Corpus Christi, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 22, 2026
  • Salary: $240,058.49 - $282,300.66 USD Annually
  • Salary Top:282,300.66
  • Apply By: Feb 24, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Executive
  • Job Description

    Are you a strategic, service-oriented municipal leader who can manage complex organizations, drive policy implementation, and lead large, diverse teams? The City of Corpus Christi is seeking two Assistant City Managers to join its executive leadership team.

    We are looking for exceptional, collaborative leaders who bring:
    • Proven senior-level municipal management experience
    • Strong fiscal, operational, and policy expertise
    • The ability to lead across departments and engage diverse stakeholders

    Located along the Texas Gulf Coast, Corpus Christi is a vibrant coastal city with a population of approximately 320,000 residents. Known for its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and rich cultural heritage, Corpus Christi is one of Texas’ largest cities and offers a compelling mix of urban amenities and relaxed coastal living.

    Corpus Christi operates under a Council–Manager form of government. The Mayor and eight-member City Council serve as the legislative body, while the City Manager acts as the organization’s chief executive officer, overseeing daily operations.

    The City of Corpus Christi is recruiting two Assistant City Managers to support the City Manager in overseeing large portfolios of municipal departments and citywide initiatives. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Assistant City Managers serve as key members of the executive leadership team.

    The ideal candidates for these Assistant City Manager positions are experienced, strategic municipal leaders with a proven ability to manage complex organizations and lead across departments. They will bring deep knowledge of public administration, strong fiscal acumen, and a collaborative leadership style.

    Required qualifications include:
    •Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
    •Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible management experience
    •At least five (5) years as a City Department Director, senior municipal leader, or equivalent
    •Valid driver’s license (Texas license required within 90 days of hire)

    Preferred qualifications include:
    •Master’s degree
    •Previous experience as an Assistant City Manager or similar executive role
    •Experience overseeing large, multi-departmental portfolios

    The salary range for this position is $240,058.49 - $282,300.66, depending on experience and qualifications.

    Please apply online.

    For more information on this position, contact:
    Jay Singleton, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment
    jaysingleton@governmentresource.com
    Phone: (817)223-2654

  • Special Instructions

    Please apply online.

    For more information on this position, contact:
    Jay Singleton, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment
    jaysingleton@governmentresource.com
    Phone: (817)223-2654

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