City of Wayland Community Profile

Located just 20 minutes south of the bright lights of Grand Rapids, the City of Wayland (population 4,426) is seeking a talented leader to serve as the community’s next Finance Director/Deputy City Manager.

The City of Wayland is located in Allegan County and sits along the Rabbit River. The community boasts excellent parks, top-notch schools, a thriving Main Street Association and successful Downtown Development Authority (DDA). Residents enjoy the community’s small-town charm and the proximity to Grand Rapids. Within 20 minutes of Wayland, residents are treated to world-class health care, professional sports, museums, large concert venues and the John Ball Park Zoo. If you prefer an evening stroll along Lake Michigan, you are just 30 minutes from the sandy beaches of Holland. There’s also plenty of events to attend within the region. Grand Rapids offers ArtPrize and Holland’s world-famous Tulip Time.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in municipal budgeting and a strong interest in local government management. A few of the opportunities that will be afforded to the new Finance Director/Deputy City Manager include budget preparation, overseeing the annual audit, project management, support staff to the DDA, managing accounts payable and overseeing the water billing collection.

This is a rare opportunity to blend your financial skills with city management. The position reports directly to the City Manager. For the past six years, the current City Manager has served the city in an exemplary manner.

Wayland is a quality community with a reputation of good governance. Residents will tell you the city is a welcoming community that is proud of their low crime rate. Take a peek at this opportunity to serve a community that offers something for everyone.

Deadline to apply: Friday, March 22, 2024. Please submit cover letter, resume and five professional references to walshmuni@gmail.com.

The City of Wayland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

· POPULATION - 4,426

· 2024 GENERAL FUND BUDGET - $3,050,000

· FULL-TIME STAFF - 26

· SALARY RANGE - $78,000 - $92,000