This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Join one of the best-run cities in the country, and a community nationally recognized for excellence, innovation, and leadership.

The City of Pearland seeks an accomplished and forward-thinking professional to serve as the next Assistant City Manager, a key member of the City's executive leadership team who will help guide a thriving, high-performance organization serving one of Texas's most dynamic communities.

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager provides strategic direction and executive oversight for multiple City departments and programs. The role requires balancing operational excellence with visionary leadership, ensuring that City priorities and community expectations are met through collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

This position will work closely with department directors, the City Manager, and the City Council to implement the City of Pearland's strategic priorities, advance organizational effectiveness, and align resources with the City's long-term goals. The successful candidate will foster an environment that empowers employees, strengthens interdepartmental coordination, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement and customer service.

In addition to the day-to-day leadership responsibilities, the Assistant City Manager will serve as a trusted advisor on citywide initiatives, helping shape policies, manage complex projects, and ensure the City of Pearland continues to deliver exceptional services to its residents, businesses, and regional partners.

The ideal candidate will bring both strategic insight and operational discipline, someone who can think big, execute effectively, and empower others to succeed.

The individual will foster a culture where innovation, transparency, and teamwork thrive. The next Assistant City Manager will value relationships and believe that trust, communication, and inclusivity are essential to effective leadership. The successful candidate will demonstrate a calm, confident presence, the ability to navigate complex challenges, and a genuine desire to serve both the organization and the community.

The position requires a strong foundation in local government management, organizational development, and fiscal responsibility, along with a track record of building high-performing teams. Experience guiding large departments, managing complex budgets, and implementing strategic initiatives will be highly regarded.

A bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred. Ten or more years of progressively responsible municipal management experience, including executive or department director-level service, is desired.