City Manager – Lowell, NC
Population: Approximately 3,500
The City of Lowell, North Carolina, is seeking an experienced leader for the full-time position of City Manager. Lowell is in Gaston County, located in the beautiful Piedmont area of North Carolina, just west of Charlotte along Interstate 85.
The City operates in the Council-Manager form of government and is governed by an elected Mayor and a five-member City Council. It has a stable and experienced governing board with a progressive mindset.
Lowell has a strong financial position with a General Fund Budget of approximately $6 million and provides many services such as:
- Solid waste
- Water/sewer
- Land use planning
The City Manager serves as the Chief Administrator of the City and is responsible to the Mayor and Council for the day-to-day operations of the City, implementing ordinances, policies, and budget adopted by the City Council; attending all City Council meetings; and preparing and submitting the annual budget and capital program to the Council.
The City Manager must possess strong oral and written communication skills, administrative experience, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work well with the governing board, state and county legislators, state and county agencies, staff, and citizens. Being a team player and willing to “pitch in” where needed is important due to the small staff size.
As the city is experiencing growth, the Council considers a strong background and understanding of Planning and Zoning as well as code enforcement highly desirable.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with experience in government/public sector organization, preferably in a municipal environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Salary: Hiring range of $114,366-$120,084, Commensurate with Qualifications.
The City of Lowell offers a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and State Retirement. A pre-employment drug test and background check are required. NC Driver’s License is also required.
Applications can be found and submitted online at or at City Hall. Email resume and cover letter to: .
Mail applications to:
City of Lowell,
Attn: Cheryl Ramsey,
Human Resource Director,
101 W. First Street,
Lowell, NC 28098.
Position is open until filled. The City of Lowell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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