The City of Calvert City is accepting applications for the Calvert City Administrator position. Applications are due Aug. 24, 2026.
Calvert City is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking leader who values innovation, strong public service, and community partnerships. The next city administrator will help guide the city’s long-term goals while supporting its employees, residents, and businesses.
About Calvert City
Located along the Tennessee River in Western Kentucky, Calvert City is a close-knit community of approximately 2,500 residents. The city offers affordable living, safe neighborhoods, a strong local economy, and an exceptional quality of life.
Calvert City was named the Kentucky League of Cities’ 2025 City Government of the Year. The city is known for stable leadership, a thriving industrial base, and a commitment to serving its residents.
Residents enjoy an active lifestyle through the city’s connected parks and Calvert City Greenway trail system. Recreational opportunities include paved and lighted walking and biking trails, mountain biking paths, award-winning golf and access to Kentucky Lake and Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park.
Calvert City is also a golf cart-friendly community, allowing residents to easily travel to parks, restaurants, local businesses, and community events. The historic Calvert Drive-In Theatre adds to the city’s small-town appeal.
Ideal Candidate
The city is seeking a candidate who is:
- A strong communicator who can serve as a visible representative of Calvert City.
- Organized and able to manage priorities, resources, projects and deadlines.
- Open-minded and willing to objectively consider new information and different viewpoints.
- Committed to providing courteous, responsive and reliable service to residents.
Position Requirements
Applicants should have:
- A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, political science, law, engineering or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
- At least three to five years of executive municipal leadership experience.
- Utility management experience, which is preferred.
- An ICMA-CM designation, which is a plus.
A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual salary range is $100,000 to $120,000.
The City of Calvert City offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- A generous family health insurance program.
- Vacation benefits.
- Professional development support.
- Participation in the County Employees Retirement System through the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority.
- City-paid training opportunities and professional memberships.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, and five professional references with email addresses to apply@arndtmunicipalsupport.com.
Applications are due Aug. 24, 2026.
Confidential inquiries may be directed to:
James W. Arndt, president and CEO
Arndt Municipal Support Inc.
(217) 500-0770
Finalists will be subject to background checks, a DISC behavioral assessment, and in-depth interviews.
For more information and the full job description, click HERE!
The City of Calvert City is an equal opportunity employer.
