Description
Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority
The Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (MMIA) Board is seeking a forward-looking, relationship-focused Chief Executive Officer who is prepared to lead the organization through an important period of transition, strengthen internal capacity, and position MMIA for its next phase of service and growth. The MMIA is a self-governing risk pool providing property, liability, and employee benefits coverage to Montana's cities, towns, and local government entities. Established in 1986 in response to a statewide insurance crisis, MMIA has grown into a stable risk management authority with nearly $126 million in assets, governed by a 15-member Board of Directors and staffed by 29 employees. The CEO of the MMIA serves as the organization's top executive, responsible for translating Board policy into operational strategy while overseeing all programs, finances, staff, and member relationships across a statewide municipal insurance and risk management pool.
A bachelor's degree, and at least seven years of progressive leadership experience in risk management, insurance, or public administration, including five or more years in a senior leadership role with board reporting responsibility, preferably as a municipal administrator is required. A master's degree is strongly preferred, along with professional certifications such as the ARM-P, CPCU, CRM, or CPA. Prior work with a public entity risk pool, self-insured group, or intergovernmental authority is strongly preferred, along with demonstrated depth in at least two of the following: liability and property coverage, employee benefits administration, claims management, regulatory compliance, risk management and loss control, or legislative and governmental relations.
The salary for the CEO is $175,000 to $225,000. The MMIA also offers an attractive benefits package, including retirement; health benefits; vision & dental; sick leave; vacation leave; holidays; relocation assistance; and professional development.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, with the recruitment closing on September 4, 2026. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred to apply@ralphandersen.com and should include a comprehensive resume, compelling cover letter, and notable accomplishments. Questions, nominations, and confidential inquiries regarding this position or the recruitment process should be addressed to: Ian Appleyard, Project Director at (916) 630-4900 or by submitting an email to Ian@ralphandersen.com. Alternatively, a confidential discussion can be scheduled with Ian Appleyard by emailing scheduling@ralphandersen.com.
Detailed recruitment brochure is available at https://ralphandersen.com/jobs/chief-executive-officer-montana-municipal-interlocal-authority/.
