Job Title: City Manager
Posted By: City of McCall
Opening Date: Sep 21, 2026
CITY MANAGER - City of McCall, Idaho
Salary Range: $148,285–$203,461
Application Deadline: October 18, 2026
THE POSITION
The City of McCall is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and community-focused professional to serve as its next City Manager.
Located approximately 100 miles north of Boise, McCall is a year-round mountain resort community situated on the southern shore of Payette Lake. The City has approximately 4,133 year-round residents, with the population increasing significantly during peak tourism seasons, holidays, and special events. Residents value McCall’s small-town character, natural environment, and active lifestyle.
McCall operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The City Manager is appointed by and accountable to a five-member City Council and oversees the day-to-day administration of a full-service municipal organization with an adopted FY2027 all-funds budget of approximately $78.8 million.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The next City Manager will join an organization with a strong and experienced team of Department Heads who are accustomed to participating fully in planning and decision-making. The Manager will be expected to foster a collaborative and respectful workplace, maintain a close and trusting relationship with the City Council, and be visible and accessible within the community.
McCall is seeking a leader who is approachable, genuine, politically astute, and an exceptional communicator. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, accountability, strategic thinking, and a willingness to support innovation and creative problem-solving.
QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
Candidates must have at least ten years of municipal government experience, including one or more of the following:
One year as a City Manager
Three years as an Assistant or Deputy City Manager
Five years as a Department Head or equivalent position with supervisory experience
or
An equivalent combination of the above experience
Residency within the City of McCall is required within 12 months of the start date.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range is $148,285 to $203,461, with a midpoint of $172,424. Appointment within the range will depend on qualifications and experience.
The City offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI); health, dental, vision, and life insurance; vacation and sick leave; a Health Reimbursement Account; and a voluntary Flexible Spending Account.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates must submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for professional references through the City’s employment page.
Application deadline: October 18, 2026
Resume review begins: October 19, 2026
Interviews: November and December 2026
Anticipated start date: February 1, 2027
Finalists will be invited to McCall for interviews with the City Council, staff panels, and a community reception. Applications are reviewed as received. Materials submitted are subject to Idaho public records law.
Apply and view the complete recruitment brochure at: https://www.mccall.id.us/jobs
Confidential inquiries are welcome and may be directed to:
Traci Malvich, Human Resources Manager
[email protected] | 208-634-8316
Or
Phil Kushlan, Interim City Manager
[email protected] | 208-634-1003
Contact Info
Name: Phil Kushlan
Phone: 12086341003
Email: [email protected]
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