How to hire a mayor

How to hire a mayor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step mayor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a mayor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new mayor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The mayor hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a mayor to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a mayor that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of mayors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Mayor	Description	Hourly rate
   Mayor	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$12-30
   Vice President, Business Development	A vice president of business development is a professional who leads in the execution of business plans and provides new business strategies for an organization. Vice presidents of business development closely work with a team of salespeople, management, and lower-level employees to secure contracts with new customers and manage ongoing agreements... Show more	$50-125
   Chief Of Staff	A chief of staff primarily supports an executive through performing various administrative tasks. Most of their responsibilities revolve around collaborating with other executive support personnel to devise strategies that will help the company, responding to inquiries and correspondence, approving communications letters, managing schedules, setting appointments, and serving as an advisor to the executive... Show more	$40-96

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Public Safety
   • Economic Development
   • Public Speaking
   • Administrative Policies
   • Oversight
   • Telephone Calls
   • City Ordinances
   • Community Development
   • City Government
   • Mayors
   • Press Conferences
   • Borough
   • Community Services
   • City Agencies

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead the facility in implementing person-centered care/hospitality philosophy, electronic medical records, maximization of Medicare reimbursement, and alternative therapies.
   • Support and oversee projectsincluding definition of scope of projects, milestones, and financial oversight.
   • Task with oversight of``career service"city management, long-term strategic planning and adherence to governmental regulation.
   • Gather payroll data from a variety of sources to assist in the verification of social security deductions from city employees.
   • Analyze, process, and test system changes providing tactical and strategic insight to enhance decision-making relate to the payroll interface.
   • Lead the facility in implementing person-centered care/hospitality philosophy, electronic medical records, maximization of Medicare reimbursement, and alternative therapies.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your mayor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A mayor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, mayors' average salary in mississippi is 67% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level mayors earn 59% less than senior-level mayors.
   • Certifications. A mayor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a mayor's salary.

   Average mayor salary

   $41,317yearly

   $19.86 hourly rate

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   Entry-level mayor salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 24, 2026

4. Writing a mayor job description

   A mayor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a mayor job description:

   Mayor job description example

   * This posting is only for existing Eichenlaub and May employees and is an evergreen inclusive for all roles. Job Profiles will be updated as appropriate*
   
   POSITION SUMMARY: To provide clinical support services to patients at a provider's office under the supervision and direction of a provider and/or licensed nurse. Patient care includes care to patients in following age group: pediatric (infant to 12 years), adolescent (13 to 17 years), adult (18 to 64 years) and geriatric (over 64 years).
   
   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
   * Prepares patient for visit by using appropriate rooming standards tool.
   * Administers injections, as prescribed by provider and in accordance with practice protocol. Provides gross observations to the provider or licensed nurse for interpretation as necessary.
   * Prepares and administers medications as prescribed by the provider and in accordance with federal and state regulations.
   * Prepares and assists providers with various procedures, minor surgeries and other exams as designated by the provider.
   * Performs Point of Care Testing, including but not limited to hearing, flu, urine and strep tests.
   * Removes sutures and changes dressings on wounds as necessary.
   * Provides clinical advice by phone/electronic correspondence in accordance with established triage protocols and relays information to the patient. Consults a provider or licensed nurse with questions or information that fall outside of the established protocols.
   * Authorizes prescription refills as directed by the provider.
   * Assists in test tracking and monitoring overdue results.
   * Assures exam rooms are adequately supplied and cleaned after each patient visit. Maintains and cleans medical instruments and equipment after each procedure.
   * Assists with proactive outreach for patients requiring preventive and chronic disease services.
   * Performs care coordination activities among specialists and transitions of care to obtain all necessary patient information.
   * Assists in the coordination of referrals, education and community resources.
   * Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve overall patient experience and quality of care.
   * Participates in daily huddles with the provider.
   * Serves as a patient experience advocate by being a positive influence at all times when interacting with patients, visitors, and colleagues. Communicates with all patients, visitors and colleagues in a professional manner while keeping customer service a top priority.
   * Handles all patient information in a confidential manner according to Lancaster General Health privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
   
   For Regional Positions:
   
   * Travels regularly to various sites within the region to support operational needs as listed above.
   * Assists at new practices and sites by mentoring and leading other team members during the initial onboarding period.
   * Special projects as assigned.
   * Performs various front office responsibilities as necessary.
   * Other duties as assigned.
   
   JOB REQUIREMENTS
   
   MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   
   * High school diploma or general equivalent (GED) is required.
   * Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT or NAHTR) or Completion of a Medical Assistant training program, with certification required within six (6) months of hire.
   * CPR Certification required.
   * For Regional Positions only - Valid driver's license is required.
   * A health care provider in good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.e. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or any other federal or state health insurance program.
   
   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   
   * One (1) to two (2) years of Medical Assistant experience in a primary or specialty care physician's office.
   
   Benefits At A Glance:
   
   PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to employees:
   
   * 100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
   * Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
   * Shift, Weekend and On-Call Differentials
   * Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
   * Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
   * Retirement Savings Account with Company Matching
   * Child Care Subsidies
   * Onsite Gym and Fitness Classes
   
   Disclaimer
   
   PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
   
   Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or through other means.

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5. Post your job

   To find mayors for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any mayors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level mayors with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your mayor job on Zippia to find and recruit mayor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit mayors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new mayor

   Once you've decided on a perfect mayor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new mayor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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