Deputy City Administrator, City of Isle of Palms
The Isle of Palms The City of Isle of Palms is a seven-mile-long barrier island located eight miles east of Charleston on the South Carolina coast. In 1953 the island was incorporated as the City of Isle of Palms by an Act of the South Carolina Legislature. The City has a Council form of government with a mayor, and eight City Council members, each elected to four-year terms. All policy and legislative decisions are the responsibility of the Council. The City employs a City Administrator to manage its daily affairs and carry out the policies of the Council.
The city currently employs 103 regular full-time employees, plus part-time and seasonal employees. The city has 6 departments: General Government (Municipal Court, Finance & Human Resources), Recreation, Public Works, Building, Planning & Zoning, Police and Fire
Job Summary The purpose of this position is to provide assistance and support to the City Administrator with the general management of the City government; analyze and implement policies and procedures; assist in the preparation of the budget; respond to and resolve public inquiries and complaints; and provide staff assistance to the City Administrator, City Council and Department Heads. The position performs administrative work to assist in the oversight of the daily operations of City government
Required Education, Experience and Certifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration; • Three (3) years of experience in public administration or related field in a public sector setting; and • Or equivalent education and/or experience. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
The salary range for this position is $110,360-$125,000. Salary placement is dependent upon experience, qualifications and in adherence with pay equity.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should visit the City’s website at Online Application for Employment (cognitoforms.com)and submit an online application, resume, and cover letter by September 12, 2025 for first review. Application Deadline is September 17, 2025..
The City provides equal opportunity to all applicants for employment and administers hiring,
conditions and privileges of employment, compensation, training, promotions, transfer and
discipline without discrimination because of race, color, religion, gender, genetic infonnation,
sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, age or national origin. The City also
prohibits retaliation against employees who have reported discrimination. Any employee who
believes that he or she has been discriminated against in violation of this policy should report the
matter to his or her supervisor, department head, Human Resources, or the Administrator.