The City of Kalamazoo (pop. 72,683) in southwest Michigan is seeking an experienced, strategic and collaborative leader to serve as its next Deputy City Manager. This is an outstanding opportunity to help guide a diverse, 643-employee organization with a $388.7 million budget while advancing the City’s long-term strategic vision. Kalamazoo offers a vibrant community with outstanding educational and health care institutions, diverse neighborhoods, cultural attractions and a strong sense of community.

Responsibilities:

Working closely with the City Manager, the Deputy City Manager will:

• Provide executive leadership, advise on organizational strategy and policy, support department directors, strengthen employee culture and build effective relationships with the City Commission, employees and community stakeholders

To view an online brochure for this position, visit https://publuu.com/flip-book/66404/2662609.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration or a related field (master’s degree preferred)
• At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, and five (5) years of supervisory experience
• Visionary, ethical and results-oriented generalist with excellent communication skills, sound judgment and the ability to build consensus and manage complex organizational priorities

Salary: $160,000 to $200,000, DOQE; outstanding benefits package.

How to apply:

Submit a résumé, cover letter and six (6) professional references to https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2689.

For more information, contact David Niemeyer of CPS HR Consulting at 916-471-3366 or dniemeyer@cpshr.us or Rachael Danke at 916-471-3323 or rdanke@cpshr.us.

The City of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Deadline: Nov. 24, 2026

Posted: Oct. 26, 2026

Clinton County (pop. 80,050) in mid-Michigan is seeking a Deputy County Administrator.

Clinton County is seeking a collaborative, strategic, and service-oriented leader to serve as its next Deputy County Administrator. Clinton County offers an exceptional quality of life with growing communities, strong schools, outdoor recreation and convenient access to the Lansing metropolitan region. Clinton County is recognized as a financially stable organization with experienced leadership and a strong commitment to high-quality public service.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the County’s second-in-command administrator and play a key role in county operations, budgeting, policy development, strategic initiatives and organizational leadership
• Assist the County Administrator in executive leadership and county operations
• Coordinate and support annual budget development and financial oversight
• Conduct policy research and strategic analysis
• Support Board of Commissioners committees and initiatives
• Assist with personnel and employee relations matters
• Coordinate county-wide projects and operational improvements
• Act on behalf of the County Administrator/Controller as assigned

Recruitment Brochure

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Finance, Business, or related field (graduate coursework or master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum of five (5) years of administrative experience in county government or related public sector setting with responsibility for government finances
• Strong communication, collaboration and organizational leadership skills
• Michigan driver’s license required

Salary: $110,000 to $125,000; competitive benefits package

How to apply:

Submit Clinton County employment application, resume, cover letter and professional references.

Click here to apply.

Deadline: Priority consideration will be given to applications received by Nov. 17, 2026

Posted: Oct. 20, 2026

Leelanau County (pop. 22,871) in northwest Michigan is seeking a Finance Director.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains the integrity and accuracy of the financial accounting system used by the County in a manner consistent with established and accepted governmental principles and practices
• Works in close collaboration with the County Administrator, County Clerk and the County Treasurer, as well as in support of other County departments
• Responsibilities include budgeting, accounting, monitoring expenditure and revenue, grant accounting, payroll reports, financial reports, purchasing and fixed assets inventory and any other accounting and support functions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in government accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled in the use of office equipment and technology, including substantial experience in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to master new technologies relevant to the position
• Experience Harris software is preferred
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and to interact professionally, constructively and diplomatically with top level administrators, other employees (both union and non-union), elected officials and any other representatives of the business

Salary: $78,715.93 to $87,159.82

How to apply:

Apply on the county’s website.

Deadline: Open until filled

Posted: Oct. 20, 2026

Genesee County is seeking a Chief Financial Officer. This position is appointed by and works at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners. The work is reviewed by the Board and independent auditors.

Responsibilities: 

• Performs highly responsible professional administrative, which includes planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the financial activities of the County
• Directs the administration of retirement, risk management and purchasing
• Serves as an ex officio member of the boards governing the Genesee County Employees Retirement System (GCERS) and the Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association (VEBA)
• Manages the preparation and presentation of the annual operating budget, including maintaining position control, wage projections, providing departments with budget details, analyzing irregularities and developing short- and long-range projections
• Oversees financial reporting compliance of federal, state and local grants, including SEFA coordination and preparation, and ensuring reporting requirements are met
• Directs the County’s liability insurance program, the risk management program (excluding personnel benefit programs), and the county purchasing functions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance AND 10 years of governmental accounting experience
• OR master’s degree in accounting or finance AND five (5) years of governmental accounting experience
• Certification in accounting or finance, e.g. CPA, CMA, CPFA or GFOA certification, is preferred
• Experience with financial compliance and reporting of grants, including SEFA, is preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing County financial practices and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of internal audit practices
• Thorough knowledge of manual systems
• Thorough knowledge of computer systems
• Knowledge of pension, deferred compensation, defined contribution and VEBA plans
• Knowledge of risk management
• Knowledge of retirement administration and investments, including valuation of alternative investments
• Knowledge of government purchasing regulations
• Ability to formulate and install standard accounting methods, procedures, forms and records
• Ability to prepare informative financial reports
• Ability to supervise staff, evaluate work performed by subordinates and implement training as needed
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of subordinate employees in the specialized fields of accounting, risk management and purchasing
• Ability to analyze tasks and processes as needed
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other department heads and government officials
• Ability to make highly effective oral and written presentations
• Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion

 Salary: $148,584

How to apply:

Click here for more information and to apply.

Hiring Solutions LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Hiring Solutions LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Deadline: Open until filled

Posted: Oct. 15, 2026