Jim Winkelmann

Professional career

Education

Additional information

• However, in September 2026, the Aransas Pass City Council accepted his resignation effective immediately, after less than two months in the role.
• In July 2026, Winkelmann was appointed City Manager of the City of Aransas Pass, starting August 3, 2026.
• Winkelmann’s profile lists him as City Administrator and Municipal Judge for the City of Comanche.
• This dual role combined administrative oversight with judicial duties.
• He had over 25 years of leadership experience, including prior corporate finance roles at General Electric, Dell Financial Services, Kaplan University, and Prosperity Bank.
• He left without notice, and the city noted he was on a 180‐day probationary period without a contract.