Deputy City Manager

City of Williamsburg; Williamsburg (VA); In loco; USD 175.000 - 215.000; Tempo pieno

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The City of Williamsburg seeks a diplomatic, adaptable Deputy City Manager to serve as a trusted advisor to the City Manager and lead daily operations in alignment with City Council priorities. The role sits on a collaborative leadership team that emphasizes stability, service delivery, and regional partnerships with institutions like William & Mary and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Key responsibilities include guiding economic development, budget formulation, capital projects, and

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The Position

Dedicated to transparent governance and exceptional service, the City of Williamsburg seeks an adaptable, diplomatic problem solver as its next Deputy City Manager. Serving as a trusted advisor and operational counterpart to the City Manager, the Deputy City Manager will join a collaborative leadership team committed to organizational stability and exceptional service delivery. This position offers an experienced municipal professional the opportunity to guide daily operations, align resources with City Council priorities, and help shape the long-term future of a vibrant, world-renowned community. This position is open as the Deputy City Manager was selected as the City Manager. The City Manager is committed to supporting the next Deputy City Manager, ensuring they gain the experience and opportunities needed to be a strong candidate for future advancement.

Williamsburg features a lean municipal team of approximately 248 full-time equivalent positions known for direct engagement and high customer care. Executive leadership operates under a working-manager model, where senior leaders provide strategic direction and also roll up their sleeves, author key analyses, manage projects directly, and work alongside staff across departments. With high community visibility and engagement, the leadership team thrives by maintaining accessible, responsive relationships with residents, regional partners, and local businesses.

The Deputy City Manager will help lead a diverse portfolio centered on economic development, budget and capital projects, and intergovernmental relations. Key responsibilities include supporting Economic Development efforts, liaising with the Economic Development Authority, downtown partners, and arts initiatives. The role will oversee department directors; the portfolio assignment will be determined in coordination with the successful candidate and the City Manager. The Deputy will support key citywide capital projects, which may include the African American Heritage Trail, renovation of the Municipal Building, Public Works Yard upgrades, and construction of the new downtown library. Additionally, the Deputy City Manager will co-lead the biennial Goals, Initiatives, and Outcomes (GIO) strategic planning effort, help drive the advancement of key strategic initiatives, and support the City Manager with budget formulation, capital financing, and grant coordination. The position will also assist in the next Comprehensive Plan update.

Beyond internal municipal operations, the Deputy City Manager will serve as a key regional collaborator. The position actively cultivates strong partnerships with William & Mary, a renowned public research university, and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. They will also coordinate legislative efforts before the Virginia General Assembly, which are critical in a Dillon Rule state, and at the federal level. The Deputy City Manager may represent the City on regional authorities, including public transit, housing, and correctional facilities.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected hiring range is $175,000 - $215,000, depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Learn more about our options and employee-based benefitshere.