Town Manager, Town Of Blythewood
• Serve as Chief Executive Officer and head of the administrative branch of Town government • Plan, direct, and oversee all Town departments, offices, and operations • Appoint, supervise, evaluate, and, when necessary, remove Town employees; establish compensation and benefits within policy • Prepare, recommend, and administer the annual Town budget • Advise Mayor and Town Council on policy, operations, and strategic planning • Ensure compliance with Town ordinances, state laws, FOIA, procurement, and grant requirements
• Negotiate contracts and administer purchasing and personnel policies • Serve as Chief Public Information Officer and primary liaison with citizens, media, boards, and commissions • Coordinate capital improvement projects with architects, engineers, and consultants • Represent the Town on local, regional, and state boards and commissions • Respond to complex citizen inquiries, media requests, and community concerns • Perform other related duties as assigned
• Strong leadership, ethical decision-making, and professional judgment • High standards for service delivery, accountability, and results • Effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills • A proactive, solution-oriented management style • Commitment to employee development, teamwork, and community engagement
• Public administration, municipal finance, budgeting, and personnel management • Grant writing, administration, and compliance • Procurement laws and contract management • South Carolina municipal law, zoning, and ordinances • Strong verbal, written, organizational, and analytical skills • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and municipal software systems
Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or a related field • 3 years of responsible municipal or county government management experience Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field • At least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience • ICMA Credentialed Manager (CM) or eligibility preferred
• Strong Benefit Package
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Ed Driggers
Parker Poe Consulting
For additional information or questions please call 803-253-6866