City Administrator, City of Pickens
The City of Pickens, SC (3,388 pop.) is seeking an energetic and visionary leader with strong collaboration skills to serve as its next City Administrator. The next City Administrator will work with a supportive City Council that has a bold vision for the future. The City Administrator is appointed by and reports to the 7-member City Council, which is comprised of the Mayor and 6 Councilmembers. The Mayor and City Councilmembers are elected to staggered, 4-year terms with the next election taking place in November 2027. The city functions under the council form of government.
The City Administrator’s duties include, but are not limited to: – Supervising the city’s 49 full-time staff, as well as part-time staff and individuals who provide services to the city as independent contractors. – Overseeing the city’s departments, projects, and contracts. – Preparing the City Council’s meeting agendas, participating in all City Council meetings, and drafting/implementing the City Council’s resolutions, ordinances, and policies. – Responding to complaints, concerns, and suggestions from city residents and business owners.
– Working with outside agencies, organizations, and condition of the city, and seeking out non-tax revenues (such as grants) when possible. – Pickens is a full-service city. General fund operations comprise $5.45 million of the total budget, and the utility fund totals $6.07 million for FY 2026-2027. – Ensure support to the Planning Commission, including participating in all Planning Commission meetings and providing staff support. – Preparing the city’s budget and capital improvements plan, executing the budget upon adoption, monitoring the financial condition of the city.
A minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible local government experience is required. Supervisory experience is highly desired. The City Council is willing to consider any combination of skills, education, and experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the position’s duties. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field is required. A master’s degree is preferred.
The City Council prefers that the next City Administrator possess competencies in the following areas: – Organization and staff development. – Human resources management. – Economic and community development. – Planning, zoning, and codes enforcement. – Finance, accounting, and budget management. – Familiarity with public works operations.
In addition to the experience and education requirements, the successful candidate will have the following personal characteristics: – Approachable management style. – Ability to function as a facilitator and consensus builder among staff, City Council, and community stakeholders. – A willingness to be involved and visible in the community through, for instance, volunteering in local civic organizations. – Superb communication skills in order to convey the city’s message to the community and media. – Ability to maintain poise and tact during difficult situations.
In addition, the city offers the following benefits:
– A vehicle allowance for government business use.
– Use of a city-provided cellphone and laptop for official business.
– An expense budget to support professional development through training seminars and conferences, as well as membership in professional and civic organizations.
– Participation in the SC local government employee retirement system.
– Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits provided through the SC Public Employee Benefit Authority.
– Life insurance and short-term disability benefits.
Submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least 3 professional references via email to Mr. Trey Eubanks teubanks@scacog.org, or mail to
30 Century Circle
Greenville, SC 29607.
Your resume must illustrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Please apply by October 22, 2026, at 5:00 pm.