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City Administrator - Chippewa Falls, WI

League of Minnesota Cities
Chippewa Falls, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
Salary: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually
Location : Chippewa Falls, WI
Job Type: FT
Job Number: Chippewa Falls, WI
Department: Not Applicable
Opening Date: 04/09/2026
Closing Date: 4/13/2026 3:00 PM Central

Job Posting

City Administrator
City of Chippewa Falls, WI (Population 15,246)

The City of Chippewa Falls is seeking its first City Administrator in nearly 20 years-an exceptional opportunity to lead a vibrant west-central Wisconsin community. As the County Seat, Chippewa Falls offers a strong economy, engaged residents, quality schools, healthcare, recreation, and a historic downtown alongside growing development.

The ideal candidate brings experience in budgeting, organizational leadership, economic development, and human resources, along with integrity, collaboration, and a strong work ethic. Key priorities include economic development, housing, budgeting, implementing a compensation study, capital improvement planning, and managing TIF projects.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in public administration or a related field (master's preferred) and at least five years of progressive municipal management experience.

Salary range: $130,000 - $160,000

To apply: email cover letter, résumé, three references, and salary history to

More info:
Application deadline: April 27, 2026.
Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

Salary : $130,000 - $160,000

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