Job Description

The City of Platteville is seeking a dynamic candidate who demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills for its next City Manager.

Who We Are

Platteville, located in scenic southwestern Wisconsin between Madison and Dubuque, IA, is home to nearly 12,000 residents, including 6,400 students attending the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Platteville is part of Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, surrounded by rolling hills, rivers, and streams, with beautiful farms and natural areas. The Platteville economy is bolstered by Southwest Health and the University of Wisconsin-Platteville as well as a strong agriculture and manufacturing base. The city has an historic and vibrant commercial Main Street as well as a major retail area adjacent to State Highways 80/81 and U.S. Highway 151. In addition, the city has excellent medical facilities and robust business parks.

Platteville’s residents and visitors take pleasure in its 16 city parks, including open space, biking and hiking trails, playgrounds, ball diamonds, a skate park, an arboretum, and a new outdoor aquatics center scheduled to open in the Summer of 2026. Recent additions include the Rountree Branch Trail, a paved and lighted trail for bikers and hikers and a public library in the heart of a Downtown redevelopment area. A new fire station is under construction and due to open in late 2026. The Platteville Public School District consistently receives high ratings. Residents also enjoy the many cultural, entertainment, and athletic events available at UW-Platteville.

Platteville Local Government

Platteville has a Council-Manager form of government and is only one of 22 municipalities organized under Chapter 64 of Wisconsin State Statues. Its Common Council has seven members, four elected by ward and three at large, each for three-year terms. The Council annually elects a President and Vice President. The Common Council selects the City Manager as the Chief Executive Officer who directs an executive leadership team of 7 department directors, including Administration, Police, Fire, Public Works, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Library Services. Platteville has 74 regular full-time and 200 part-time and seasonal staff. The City Manager oversees a $34.7 million annual budget including water and sewer utilities and four Tax Increment Finance Districts (TIDs).

Ideal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be a leader of high integrity with strong decision making, problem solving, organizational, and listening skills. Must have demonstrated working knowledge of municipal management, government budgeting, finance, personnel, labor relations, organizational development, project management, intergovernmental relations, and economic development, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

Upcoming Projects

Some upcoming projects for the City Manager include finishing construction of the Aquatic Center and the Fire Department Facility, the latter of which has been funded in part with a Federal grant; completion of a new Comprehensive Plan; expansion of the city’s trail system; residential development of city owned land through a competitive proposal process; addressing the need for additional housing for the community; completion and implementation of a Strategic Plan for the city; and planning for the city’s bicentennial in 2035.

Education and Experience

A bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or related field. Five years of progressive experience in local government, a master’s degree, and ICMA-CM credential preferred. Experience in community development and able to manage a diverse team of subordinates and department heads. Residency is encouraged and incentivized.

View the full position description, which can be found at under the Public Safety & Municipal Management services page / Municipal Jobs .

Compensation and Benefits

This position is posted with a salary range of $110,000 – 140,000. Starting salary will be DOQ. Excellent benefits package:

• Health Insurance (City contribution 88%)
• Life Insurance – State Life Insurance Plan
• Holiday, Sick Leave, and Vacation Pay
• Wisconsin Retirement System

Application Process

Interested professionals should submit application material to khackbarth@mcmgrp.com at McMahon Associates, Inc.

During the application period, interested professionals should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Professional References

Qualified candidates should apply by February 6, 2026, with complete application materials. All questions should be directed to Mark Rohloff, Division Manager, Public Safety and Municipal Management who can be reached by email at mrohloff@mcmgrp.com.

Additional information about the City of Platteville can be found on the City website:

The City of Platteville is a Pay Equity/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer

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