Chief Administrative Officer job in Renton

Chief Administrative Officer, Renton, WA (estimated population: 102,153)

Welcome to the City of Renton, Washington! Along the southeast shore of Lake Washington, with the Cascades and Mount Rainier adorning the horizon, lies Renton. This bustling city, the eighth largest in Washington, strikes a balance between urban and suburban, offering the best of both. It is a city on the rise and has a small town feel while being diverse and warmly embracing newcomers. Located on I-405, it has easy access to both Seattle (12 miles northwest) and Bellevue (11 miles north). Capturing the best of the Pacific Northwest, it offers a mix of business, family, leisure, and potential - whether exploring the sprawling green parks, browsing the cultural downtown, catching the Film Summit, or taking part in the economic boom, Renton is a great place to work and an even better place to call home.

Renton is seeking a seasoned professional who is an outstanding leader. This individual will partner with Renton’s leadership to take the organization to a higher level. The next CAO will understand the importance of day-to-day operations, while planning for the future and accomplishing what needs to be done to ensure the City’s long-term success.

The ideal candidate will have Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field, along with a minimum of 10-12 years management experience in the public sector. Familiarity with the UVA High Performance model is a plus but not a requirement. Training in the model will be provided if needed. The successful candidate will understand their role as the CAO in a strong Mayor form of government and have experience in a medium to large size city. The candidate also needs to be very detail oriented and organized.

The salary range is $163,692 to 199,344 depending on qualifications and experience. To apply, e-mail your cover letter and resume to Recruit37@cb-asso.com by September 4, 2020. Questions should be directed to Lynelle Klein at (425) 658-7025 or Colin Baenziger at (561) 707-3537. For more information, go to www.cb-asso.com and click on “Executive Search / Active Recruitments”.