The City of Surprise, AZ is seeking a City Manager. City leaders are seeking a seasoned public sector professional with a proven track record of quickly and effectively assessing, engaging with, and acclimating to an organization’s needs, and embracing challenging opportunities for strategic success. This fiscally savvy individual will be dedicated to the improvement of local economies and committed to active community participation and open, transparent government. A bridge builder who embraces respectful, collaborative partnerships as a method of improving services and creating efficiencies will be successful in this role. The new City Manager will possess the emotional intelligence necessary to effectively lead and manage a diverse, high-performing staff and the political aptitude to anticipate issues of concern. Exceptional communication skills and a respectful leadership presence supported by tangible accomplishments are expected.