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City of Kirksville, MO
City Manager
Executive Search, Interim Leadership & Consulting
Welcome to GMP
We specialize in nationwide public sector executive recruitment.
GMP Consultants helps cities, counties, and special purpose districts across the country find proven leaders, maintain continuity during transitions, and strengthen public agencies.
Founded by Greg M. Prothman
Built on trusted relationships, personalized service, and a people-first approach to critical leadership decisions.
Meet our Team
630+
years of collective public service experience
900+
executive searches led by GMP leadership
100+
public sector consulting engagements
What we're working on
Bringing Leadership to Public Agencies
Take a look at some of our upcoming public-sector leadership searches across the country.
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City of Belgrade, MT
Public Works Director
What We Offer
Focused services tailored to your needs
Every engagement is tailored to the organization, community, timeline, and decision makers involved.
Executive Search
Full, partial, and sourcing-only recruitment support for public agency and local government organization leadership roles.
View search servicesInterim Management
Experienced interim leaders who maintain continuity during vacancies, transitions, and permanent recruitment processes.
Explore interim supportOrganizational Consulting
Assessments, strategic planning, facilitation, coaching, and advisory work grounded in local government practice.
See consulting optionsServices for public agencies and leadership roles
We support leadership searches across a wide range of public agencies and operating areas.
- Cities
- Counties
- Utility Districts
- Transit Agencies
- Public Ports
- Health Districts
- Fire Districts
- 911 Centers
- Community Development
- Housing
- Finance
- Public Works
- Human Resources
- Fire Chiefs
- Police Chiefs
- Executive Directors
- Administrative Leaders
- Operations Leaders
- and more...
Practical help for real local government work
We know local government does not stop while you are trying to fill an open position. Budgets are tight, staff are stretched, residents still need answers, and elected officials need confidence that the process is being handled well. GMP helps agencies of many sizes find strong leaders without turning every search into an oversized production. We bring structure, reach, and honest guidance so you can keep serving your community while we help you find the right person for the job.
Contact GMP and tell us how we can help you. Take a look at the communities and agencies we have served.
Search Process
A structured path from project design to appointment.
01
Project Design
Define needs, scope, timeline, market, and ideal qualifications.
02
Recruitment Profile
Build materials that highlight the opportunity, organization, and community.
03
Strategic Marketing
Targeted outreach, advertising, and networking to attract the best candidates.
04
Candidate Vetting
Source, review, interview, reference, and assess finalists for fit.
05
Selection Support
Facilitate interviews, debriefs, negotiations, and appointment details.
Why Organizations Choose GMP
Experienced public leaders working as one team.
GMP consultants bring deep, real-world leadership experience from cities, counties, and special purpose districts. The team works collaboratively, drawing on broad networks and practical judgment to help clients make confident decisions.
Service and relationships
Personalized support for clients and candidates through every stage of the process.
Customized solutions
No one-size-fits-all search process. Each engagement is shaped around the agency and community.
Team approach
Consultants combine their networks, sector knowledge, and executive experience to solve complex challenges.
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