Situated along the Missouri River just 10 miles from downtown Kansas City, and 10 miles from Kansas City International Airport, Parkville spans over 14 square miles in the southwest portion of Platte County. Known for its scenic vistas, excellent parks system, and vibrant downtown, Parkville is a progressive community that is dedicated to both sustainable growth and the preservation of its unique, small-town ambiance. The City’s 7,000 residents take pride in their community’s rich heritage and enjoy safe, friendly neighborhoods, a high quality of life, stellar schools, and a variety of recreational and cultural amenities. Its proximity to the region’s airport and Kansas City Metro Area make Parkville an ideal location for anyone looking for a safe, friendly community with small town charm and convenient access to big city amenities.

In its early days, Parkville was promoted as the ideal gateway to the west. The area was originally known as English Landing, named for settler David English. The Missouri River was a regular route for riverboats transporting goods to and from the town. George S. Park acquired English’s claim on Parkville around 1840. The town was platted in 1844 and by 1850 was a bustling agricultural commerce hub on the banks of the Missouri with a growth rate faster than that of neighboring Kansas City. By 1877, there were general stores, a shoe store, grocery, hardware, blacksmith shop, and hotels. Some of the original structures are still in use today. A college, now Park University, was founded in the City in 1876 and remains an integral part of the community.

Parkville’s population has increased by 46% since 2000. Its growing population and nationally recognized schools make Parkville a great choice for businesses seeking an educated, well-trained workforce. Parkville has a pro-business environment and its central location and easy access to Interstates 29, 35, 435, and 635 give area businesses a competitive edge. The Parkville Commercial Underground provides commercial space for small businesses, wholesalers, and light manufacturing. Located on the Park University campus, it features more than 385,000 square feet of leasable space.

The focal point of Parkville is its historic riverfront and downtown area, where the City’s past blends seamlessly with the present. The City’s rich and interesting history comes alive in downtown Parkville, where several of the City’s early structures have been transformed into attractive modern spaces. The downtown is filled with an eclectic mix of specialty shops, boutiques, and restaurants, and boasts outstanding entertainment and recreation offerings that draw visitors throughout the region.

Recreational opportunities in Parkville include world-class golf courses, beautiful, well-planned parks, and community recreation facilities that provide programming for all ages. The City’s parks are regionally recognized for diverse use and quality facilities. The 68-acre English Landing Park and Riverfront Trail, located in the downtown Parkville area, is situated along the Missouri River and features three miles of walking trails, a boat ramp, playground, picnic shelters, volleyball court, and disc golf course. Platte Landing Park features 144 acres of natural wetlands, including two dog parks covering seven acres, boat ramp allowing access to the Missouri River, and a certified 5k and 10k trail system.

The Community

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Labeled the “Most Charming Community” by the Kansas City Star, Parkville’s beautiful natural vistas, scenic trails, and the backdrop of the winding Missouri River provide a delightful setting for the City’s family-friendly neighborhoods, which is enhanced by the City’s wide array of housing choices. From charming downtown bungalows to multi-million dollar estate homes at the National Golf Club, Parkville has top-rated residential developments and housing options for every lifestyle and price range. The median home value in the City is $335,500 and the median household income is $113,652.

Area students are served by the outstanding Park Hill School District. The district has an enrollment of over 11,000 pre-K through grade 12 students across 17 campuses, includingan early childhood education center and a day treatment school. Winner of the prestigious Missouri Quality Award, the district offers one of the best education programs in the country.

For those seeking higher education opportunities, Park University is a Parkville landmark and ranks among the top universities in the nation. For over 130 years, Park University has been providing exceptional programs and curricula, with an emphasis on excellence in instruction, career-focused programming, and critical reflection. It has been recognized as one of the top 10 most affordable private universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Other nearby colleges and universities include include Donnelly College, Kansas City, Kansas Community College, Johnson County Community College, Metropolitan Community Colleges, St. Mary’s College, the University of Kansas, the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas State University, Pittsburgh State University, and Washburn University.

Governance and Organization

Parkville operates under a Mayor-Board of Alderman-City Administrator form of government. The Board consists of the Mayor and eight Aldermen, with each Alderman representing one of four wards and serving two-year terms. The City Administrator reports to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen and serves as the chief administrative officer, managing all operations within the guidelines established by the Board. The City Administrator enforces all laws, ordinances, and administrative policies, supervises employees, and oversees the preparation of the annual budget. In addition to these duties, the City Administrator is responsible for overseeing economic development, community development, planning, finance, human resources, parks, police, public works, streets, and sanitation.

The City of Parkville provides its residents with high-quality services and exceptional customer service. The City has a total operating budget of $12.5 million and has 48 full-time employees.

The Board has outlined several long-term priorities for the City Administrator to address in the coming years:

• Create an economic development strategy • Work with the Parkville EDC to develop an economic development strategy• Streamline permitting and licensing processes• Automate City functions• Develop maintenance standards• Create a stand-alone parks department• Increase staff resources to maintain all new park areas• Evaluate and implement new revenue sources• Assess the fee-for-service structure• Conduct a comprehensive capital needs assessment• Develop Platte Landing Park• Implement a viable strategy to develop 45/435 Corridor

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Governance and Organization

Ideal Candidate

The City of Parkville seeks a driven and energetic local government professional to be its next City Administrator. It will be important for the next City Administrator to maintain an environment of trust and credibility and to foster positive and productive relationships with the Board of Aldermen.

The chosen candidate will optimize the City’s development opportunities and guide it on the path to sustainable growth. Economic development and municipal finance skills are needed to ensure development opportunities are sought and implemented using fiscally responsible processes and procedures that make the best use of the City’s resources. The City Administrator will need to successfully merge new developments with existing developments without compromising the unique historical charm of the City.

Previous budget and accounting experience will be required to skillfully guide the City in setting budgets, identifying new sources of revenue, implementing cost-saving techniques, and meeting current and future fiduciary responsibilities. Because the City Administrator must manage multiple projects simultaneously, the ideal candidate will be a multi-tasker with plenty of project management experience and proven strategic planning skills.

The successful candidate will be a “bridge builder” and possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively and articulately present pertinent information to the Board, City staff, residents, business community, county legislators, and other stakeholders. The City Administrator will handle sensitive issues with tact, diplomacy, and discretion. The city administrator shall be an excellent communicator, be versed in municipal operations, with the ability to listen and convey information to all parties. The ability to listen well and clearly convey information at all levels will be essential.

The City Administrator will provide consistency in management throughout the organization, delegate to staff with authority, and clearly communicate expectations to ensure employee success. The ideal candidate will maintain a harmonious, positive work environment and continue unification of departments through employee engagement. The selected individual will support a culture of accountability within the organization and provide employee development and enrichment opportunities that improve performance.

The ideal candidate will be highly visible and involved in the community. The candidate should be congenial, accessible, and at ease in a variety of social settings. The chosen candidate should also be an active participant in professional activities such as the state municipal league, professional associations, and other local government organizations. It is important to maintain positive relationships with community organizations such as the Park Hill School District, Parkville Chamber, Main Street Parkville Association, the Parkville Economic Development Council, and the Platte County Economic Development Council.

Education and Experience

The selected candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field and have at least five years of experience as a city administrator/manager, assistant city administrator/manager, or similar executive level position. A master’s degree in public administration and ICMA credentialing are strongly preferred qualifications.

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Compensation and Benefits

The City of Parkville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City participates in the Local Government Employee Retirement System (LAGERS) and provides a full range of benefits.

Application Process

Please apply online at: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches

For more information on this position contact:

Kirk Davis, Senior Vice PresidentStrategic Government ResourcesKirkDavis@GovernmentResource.com816-210-3543

This position is open until filled. To view the status of this position, please visit: http://bit.ly/SGRCurrentSearches

The City of Parkville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, or sex. Applicants selected as finalists for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check.

Resources

City of Parkvillewww.parkvillemo.gov

Main Street Associationwww.parkvillemo.org

Chamber of Commercewww.parkvillechamber.com

Parkville Economic Development Councilwww.parkvilleedc.com/

City of Parkville on Facebookwww.facebook.com/CityOfParkville

City of Parkville on Twitterwww.twitter.com/parkvillemo

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Vision StatementParkville will offer an exceptional

quality of life for residents and visitors by embracing opportunities

to enhance commerce and economic activity, while preserving

the community’s historic charm, attractive character and unique

natural environments.

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