City Administrator Executive Recruitment Services

The City of White House, Tennessee, is seeking proposals for Executive Recruitment Services to find a new City Administrator. The City wants a professional executive search firm to assist in recruiting candidates for this position. The successful firm will be expected to designate a recruitment representative to help the Board of Mayor and Alderman with the recruitment, selection, and contract negotiation process. The scope of work includes developing a project timeline, creating a recruitment brochure, conducting a professional search, and facilitating the interview process. The City is looking for a firm with experience in city manager/administrator recruitment processes and a clear understanding of the work to be undertaken. Some key points to consider: • The City has a history of stability in the City Administrator position, with only three administrators over the past 24 years. • The current City Administrator is retiring in mid-2026 after 14 years of service. • The City is located in middle Tennessee, approximately 22 miles north of Nashville, and has a population of around 19,000. • The City is seeking a firm that can provide a comprehensive recruitment process, including advertising, candidate screening, and background checks. • The City wants a firm that can provide a detailed project timeline and regular status updates. • The City is looking for a firm that can facilitate the interview process and provide recommended questions for on-site interviews.