Deadline: February 22, 2026
Are you a high-performing municipal chief executive who has led organizational transformation, strengthened service delivery, and accelerated economic development in a growing community? If so, the City of Bowie, Maryland is seeking an exceptional and collaborative leader who is:
- Experienced in council-manager governance and effective boardmanship
- Proven in advancing economic development and “live-work-play” community initiatives
- Skilled in financial stewardship, organizational leadership, and community engagement
Bowie is a forward-thinking community of ~58,000 residents, known for its strong neighborhoods, high quality of life, and engaged civic culture. Ideally located between Washington, DC, Annapolis, Baltimore, and Northern Virginia, Bowie offers the convenience of a major metropolitan region while maintaining a welcoming, suburban character. With a diverse population, a growing business base, abundant parks and trails, and a commitment to thoughtful planning/development, Bowie presents exciting opportunities for the future.
The City operates under a council-manager form of government, with the City Manager reporting to the Mayor and City Council and serving as the Chief Administrative Officer for the organization. Bowie is entering a chapter focused on modernizing city operations, improving responsiveness, and accelerating economic development opportunities. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, relationship-driven municipal leader with strong interpersonal skills, integrity, and a collaborative style.
Required qualifications include:
- Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Seven (7) or more years of experience as a City Manager, Assistant City Manager, or Department Head in municipal government, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated progression of management responsibility in local government
- Residency within the City of Bowie following appointment
Preferred qualifications include:
- Experience leading economic development or redevelopment initiatives, including public-private partnerships and project delivery
- Experience as a City Manager or Assistant City Manager in a comparable community
- ICMA Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM) and/or other advanced certifications
- Experience overseeing a municipal police department
How to Apply
The salary range for this position is $190,000 – $245,000, DOE/DOQ.
Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/bowie-md-city-manager/
For more information on this position, contact:
Doug Thomas
Executive Vice President – Recruitment & Leadership Development
DouglasThomas@GovernmentResource.com
863-860-9314
OR
Michael Mallinoff
Senior Vice President – Executive Recruitment
mdmallinoff@GovernmentResource.com
443-336-5772