City Administrator

CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Belle Plaine, Iowa
The City of Belle Plaine, Iowa, (population 2,330) is seeking an effective City Administrator who can make sound decisions in the City's best interest. Belle Plaine is centrally located between Marshalltown, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City and Des Moines, Iowa, between Highway 30 and Interstate 80. The City Administrator will manage approximately 14 employees. The annual operating budget is approximately $8.5 Million. To learn more about Belle Plaine, review the job description, and the position profile, visit their website at https://belleplaineiowa.gov/.

Education
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience
• Three (3) years of responsible City or County government operations experience.
• An equivalent combination of related education/experience may be considered for the position.
Salary and benefits
• $80,000 to $105,000 annually, depending upon qualifications
• Life, health, vision, and dental insurance available
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal leave, and sick leave
• IPERS retirement benefits
Car Allowance
• Mileage reimbursement for travel outside the corporate limits is provided at the IRS rate
• Must obtain valid Driver’s License
Residency
• Residency within the corporate limits of Belle Plaine within six months of employment unless an extension is mutually agreed upon.

Additional Information
Confidential materials such as a cover letter, resume, salary history, and five professional references should be sent to:

Elizabeth Hansen, Midwest Municipal Consulting LLC [email protected]
515-391-9816

Applications are due no later than noon CST on May 1, 2026.