Entry Level City Administrator Jobs
New grad city administrator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or coursework in public administration can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Medical Devices, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Signify Health, Optum, and Monument Health hiring at this level now.
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Facility:
CoxHealth Center Kimberling City: 2 Kimberling Boulevard, Kimberling City, Missouri, United States of America, 65686Department:
1427 Therapy Kimberling CityScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Hours:
7:00 AM - 5:30 PMWork Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Job SummaryA Physical Therapist assists patients with returning to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible through the use of therapeutic exercise. This position cares for patients from pediatric to geriatric age who are referred for medical and educational services. Responsible for planning and implementing prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services including mobility devices, counseling and orientation that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. The Physical Therapist is responsible for communication of care to Physicians, Nurse case Managers, and third party payers.
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
- Clinical Ladder up to $5,000
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Job Requirements
- Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Physical Therapy
- No prior experience required
- Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
- Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
- Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.
- Required: Active Missouri licensure for Physical Therapy. (Temporary licensure not accepted)
Facility:
CoxHealth Center Kimberling City: 2 Kimberling Boulevard, Kimberling City, Missouri, United States of America, 65686Department:
1427 Therapy Kimberling CityScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Hours:
7:00 AM - 5:30 PMWork Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Job SummaryA Physical Therapist assists patients with returning to a normal pattern of movement and functioning as possible through the use of therapeutic exercise. This position cares for patients from pediatric to geriatric age who are referred for medical and educational services. Responsible for planning and implementing prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services including mobility devices, counseling and orientation that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. The Physical Therapist is responsible for communication of care to Physicians, Nurse case Managers, and third party payers.
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
- Clinical Ladder up to $5,000
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Job Requirements
- Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Preferred: Masters or Doctorate from an accredited program of Physical Therapy
- No prior experience required
- Good clinical expertise, communication skills, human relations skills and organizational skills required.
- Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required
- Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques.
- Required: Active Missouri licensure for Physical Therapy. (Temporary licensure not accepted)
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Who's Hiring
- Signify Health14
- Optum10
- Monument Health7
- FOX Rehabilitation6
- Warby Parker5
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- Healthcare & Medical Services62
- Medical Devices10
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Insurance7
- Science & Research6
Entry Level City Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level city administrator job?
Start by targeting roles that explicitly welcome zero to two years of experience or describe themselves as junior or assistant positions. A degree in public administration, political science, or a related field gives you a foundation, but internships with local government offices, nonprofits, or municipal agencies carry real weight. Tailoring your resume to highlight coursework, volunteer work, or any hands-on policy or operations experience helps your application stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level city administrators?
Companies hiring entry level city administrators right now include Signify Health, Optum, and Monument Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from municipal governments, county agencies, regional planning organizations, and public sector consulting firms that bring on junior staff to support administrative and operational functions.
Are there remote entry level city administrator jobs?
Yes, though most city administrator roles are on-site given the nature of local government work. About 50% of entry level city administrator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options do exist for candidates who need flexibility. Remote and hybrid postings at this level often involve administrative support, research, or coordination tasks that can be done off-site.
Are these new grad city administrator jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad friendly and suited for recent graduates and junior candidates entering public service for the first time. A new grad posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or relevant coursework in lieu of full-time work history, and may describe the role as an assistant, associate, or junior administrator position. If a listing does not require prior experience, it is a strong candidate for new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level city administrators?
Entry Level city administrator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Medical Devices, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on trained administrative staff to support planning, compliance, budgeting, and community services functions that require both organizational skills and familiarity with public sector operations.