Assistant City Manager

Assistant City Manager

Seeking a value-driven, collaborative, and visionary leader to partner with Lexington City Manager in a variety of professional assignments for a $131 million City government that includes multiple utilities and a municipal golf course.

Becoming a key leader with the City of Lexington team offers two opportunities : (1) advance an innovative, inclusive, and progressive team culture working together to deliver excellent City of Lexington services, and (2) further strategic plans and urban initiatives to advance Lexington, NC as an authentic and preferred destination to attract citizens, businesses, and visitors in the 21st Century. Excellent opportunity to play a contributing role in the future vision of a dynamic organization that is committed to the growth of its community.

Attributes of ideal candidate : servant leadership skills and proven record as an innovative leader that can motivate and mobilize others; exceptional self-motivation and accountability; effective listener who seeks input from relevant parties, realistically assesses plans and consistently communicates; articulate with ability to communicate persuasively about complex and sometimes controversial issues; high level of critical thinking skills and emotional intelligence; exceptional written and critical review skills; experienced project manager astute to spearhead major initiatives and projects in a fast-paced and demanding business climate; ability to deal with others in a collaborative and honest manner to foster positive and trusting working relationships; superior customer centric skillset; technological aptitude to advance public service and utility operations in light of current customer expectations including social media platforms; and a lifelong learner who maintains knowledge of trends, regulatory compliance and initiatives regionally and nationally. Bilingual a plus.

Successful candidate must have bachelor's degree from accredited university with considerable progressively responsible experience leading others, managing projects, and addressing complex issues in public administration. Experience in municipal government and municipal owned utilities is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. A complete job description and requirements is available at the City of Lexington website.

Salary commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefits including acceptance of qualified transferred sick leave from other NC governmental entities and leave accrual rates based upon approved aggregate years of NC government qualified service.

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