Deputy Town Manager: Strategic Operations Leader

Blacksburg, Town of (VA); Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Virginia Retirement System membership

Life and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Deferred compensation plan

Employee assistance program

Paid leave (annual, sick, holiday)

Job summary

The Town of Blacksburg seeks an experienced local government professional to serve as Deputy Town Manager, reporting to the Town Manager as part of the Executive Leadership Team. The role directs town operations, supports the annual operating budget and CIP, and works with Town Council, boards, and partners to advance community priorities.

The position involves leadership of department directors, intergovernmental liaison work, and serving as Acting Town Manager when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, urban planning, business, finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in local government administration.
• Experience with budgets and capital improvement programs.
• Experience with council-manager government.
• Strong communication and ethics and integrity in public service.

Responsibilities

• Energizes staff to achieve the Town of Blacksburg's vision and goals.
• Assists the Town Manager with direction, control, and evaluation of Town operations.
• Helps prepare the annual operating budget and the Capital Improvement Plan.
• Represents the Town with regional, intergovernmental and intergovernmental organizations.
• Provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to department directors and staff.
• Ensures operations comply with laws, policies, and Town standards.

Skills

Public administration

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Intergovernmental relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration/urban planning/business/finance

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Town of Blacksburg seeks an experienced local government professional to serve as Deputy Town Manager, reporting to the Town Manager as part of the Executive Leadership Team. The role directs town operations, supports the annual operating budget and CIP, and works with Town Council, boards, and partners to advance community priorities.

The position involves leadership of department directors, intergovernmental liaison work, and serving as Acting Town Manager when needed.