Assistant City Manager Job at City of Lexington, NC, Lexington, NC

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  • City of Lexington, NC
  • Lexington, NC

Job Description

Assistant City Manager Location Lexington, NC :

Assistant City Manager

  • Type: Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate: $109,000 - $205,000 plus excellent benefits
  • Posted Date: 10/03/2025 12:00 PM

Seeking a value-driven, collaborative, and visionary leader to partner with Lexington City Manager in a variety of professional assignments for $119 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, diverse, and progressive #OneCityTeam work culture towards a #WorkplaceofChoice in delivering City of Lexington services, and (2) further strategic plans and urban initiatives to advance Lexington, NC as an authentic #CityofChoice in the 21st Century. Excellent opportunity to play a contributing role in the future vision of a dynamic organization.

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 and requirementsis available at the City of Lexington website.

Salary commensurate with qualifications, plus excellent benefitsincluding 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

Closing Date - open until filled

Application and instructions are available here.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City's application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $109,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Flexible hours,

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