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CITY MANAGER City of Kalispell, MT First Review: October 26, 2025 Annual salary range: $195,000 -$219,007 annually DOQ Starting salary range: $195,000 - $207,003 annually DOQ View the
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Job Description Updated 9/25/25: Essay questions have been removed from the job description and will be part of the semi-finalist phase. They are not needed for your application. Benefits
Benefits Summary The City of Kalispell
Kalispell is a full-service city serving 33,000 residents across 13 square miles with a 2025 budget of $180 million and a team of 244 FTEs. Departments include Public Works (Sewer, Water, Solid Waste, Garage, Traffic Signs & Signals, Streets, Waste Water Treatment Plant, Engineers), Development Services (Building, Planning, Community Development), Finance, IT (includes GIS), Human Resources, City Clerk/Communications, Legal, Police, Fire/Ambulance, Municipal Court, and Parks & Recreation. The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government with eight City Councilors and a Mayor, each serving a four-year term. The City Manager
Working under the broad policy guidance of the City Council, the City Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, and administers all City functions and activities through management staff. The City Manager provides policy guidance, oversees the work of department heads and support staff, and fosters cooperative working relationships with civic groups, intergovernmental agencies, the City Council, and City staff through open communication. The City Manager has ten department directors as direct reports. Why Apply
This is a unique opportunity to lead the community at the center of one of the fastest growing micropolitan areas in the country. Situated in the natural and scenic beauty of northwestern Montana, Kalispell (pop. 33,000) is looking for an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking city manager to help shape the future in this significant time of change and growth. Kalispell is a well-managed, financially stable, full-service city with an experienced team of professional department heads. Located near glacial-carved Flathead Lake and close to Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, Kalispell is known for its vast recreational and outdoor opportunities, excellent school system, low crime rate, exceptional medical services, natural scenic beauty, abundant recreational and outdoor opportunities, and commitment to historic preservation. For questions
on this position, please contact: Jeff Weldon GMP Consultants jweldon@gmphr.com (320) 557-8006 Copyright 2025 GMP Consultants. All rights reserved. Powered by ApplicantStack Applicant Tracking
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CITY MANAGER City of Kalispell, MT First Review: October 26, 2025 Annual salary range: $195,000 -$219,007 annually DOQ Starting salary range: $195,000 - $207,003 annually DOQ View the
Position Profile Responsibilities
Job Description Updated 9/25/25: Essay questions have been removed from the job description and will be part of the semi-finalist phase. They are not needed for your application. Benefits
Benefits Summary The City of Kalispell
Kalispell is a full-service city serving 33,000 residents across 13 square miles with a 2025 budget of $180 million and a team of 244 FTEs. Departments include Public Works (Sewer, Water, Solid Waste, Garage, Traffic Signs & Signals, Streets, Waste Water Treatment Plant, Engineers), Development Services (Building, Planning, Community Development), Finance, IT (includes GIS), Human Resources, City Clerk/Communications, Legal, Police, Fire/Ambulance, Municipal Court, and Parks & Recreation. The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government with eight City Councilors and a Mayor, each serving a four-year term. The City Manager
Working under the broad policy guidance of the City Council, the City Manager plans, organizes, coordinates, and administers all City functions and activities through management staff. The City Manager provides policy guidance, oversees the work of department heads and support staff, and fosters cooperative working relationships with civic groups, intergovernmental agencies, the City Council, and City staff through open communication. The City Manager has ten department directors as direct reports. Why Apply
This is a unique opportunity to lead the community at the center of one of the fastest growing micropolitan areas in the country. Situated in the natural and scenic beauty of northwestern Montana, Kalispell (pop. 33,000) is looking for an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking city manager to help shape the future in this significant time of change and growth. Kalispell is a well-managed, financially stable, full-service city with an experienced team of professional department heads. Located near glacial-carved Flathead Lake and close to Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, Kalispell is known for its vast recreational and outdoor opportunities, excellent school system, low crime rate, exceptional medical services, natural scenic beauty, abundant recreational and outdoor opportunities, and commitment to historic preservation. For questions
on this position, please contact: Jeff Weldon GMP Consultants jweldon@gmphr.com (320) 557-8006 Copyright 2025 GMP Consultants. All rights reserved. Powered by ApplicantStack Applicant Tracking
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