Full Time - City Manager

Loganville Ga; Loganville (GA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Car allowance

Cell phone

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Loganville is seeking a dynamic public-sector executive to serve as its next City Manager, guiding daily municipal operations and long-range planning for a community of 14,000+. This role directs 13 department heads, aligns staff with City Council priorities, and leads capital infrastructure with fiscal stewardship.

Located along US-78 and part of the Atlanta metro region, Loganville offers a balanced small-town charm with smart growth, a strong downtown, and active partnerships with

Qualifications

• Education: bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience: minimum five years in public administration or municipal management.
• Equivalency: acceptable combinations of education, training, and experience.
• Licensure: valid Georgia driver's license or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily municipal operations and long-range strategic planning.
• Oversee capital improvement projects and budget development.
• Lead 13 department heads and align staff with City Council priorities.
• Build partnerships with local, state, and regional entities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Fiscal management

Public administration

Education

Baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, political science, or a related field

Job description

The City of Loganville, Georgia , is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and accomplished public-sector executive to serve as its next City Manager. Positioned strategically along the U.S. Route 78 corridor connecting Metro Atlanta to Athens, Loganville is a thriving community of 14,000+ residents that seamlessly balances small-town authenticity with sophisticated suburban growth. Rather than permitting sprawling, unchecked development, city leadership prioritizes high-quality downtown revitalization, green space preservation, and smart commercial expansion. As Loganville prepares for its next era of economic development—anchored by a major multi-story mixed-use downtown redevelopment, the City seeks a strategic leader to direct daily municipal operations, guide capital infrastructure, and align dedicated staff with City Council priorities.

Loganville features a median home sales price near $380,000, offering strong relative value compared to neighboring Metro Atlanta. Families benefit from dual access to top-performing public-school systems—Gwinnett County Public Schools and the Walton County School District—while proximity to the University of Georgia, Georgia Gwinnett College, and Gwinnett Technical College taps continuous regional energy and research capabilities. A revitalized Town Green and Main Street district serves as the city's social hub, featuring walkable storefronts, local dining, specialty shops, community spaces, and landmark events including the annual Autumn Fest and the "Groovin' on the Green" summer concert series. Recreational opportunities abound across Loganville’s park system, including Destination Park, Meridian Park, Toddler Park, West Walton Park, and nearby Fort Yargo State Park. As Loganville continues to build for the future, visionary leaders are invited to step into this pivotal role as Loganville's next City Manager.

CITY GOVERNANCE

The City of Loganville operates under a Mayor/Council and City Manager form of government. The Mayor and six City Council members are elected at‐large to represent the citizens, establishing policies, passing ordinances, setting city goals, and adopting the annual operating budget. The City Council appoints the City Manager, who serves as the chief executive officer responsible for directing daily municipal operations and overseeing 13 primary administrative and operational function department heads.

THE CITY MANAGER POSITION

The City Manager position is a high-impact executive role responsible for translating the City Council's vision into action by directing daily municipal operations, leading long-range strategic planning, and overseeing capital improvement projects. This pivotal leader manages 13 operational department heads, provides sound fiscal stewardship through budget development and financial forecasting, and builds trusted relationships across local, state, and regional partnerships. Serving as a primary advisor to elected officials, the City Manager ensures efficient service delivery and regulatory compliance that protects Loganville's charm and supports its dynamic future (full job description available upon request).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Baccalaureate degree in public administration, business administration, political science, or a related occupational field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Sufficient experience to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of municipal subunits in order to direct and coordinate work citywide, usually interpreted as a minimum of five (5) years of related public administration or municipal management experience.
• Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.
• Licensure: Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia.

The expected starting salary range for this position is $160,000 – $180,000 depending upon qualifications. The City of Loganville provides a competitive compensation package supplemented by a comprehensive employee benefits program which includes:

• City-Paid Health & Insurance Benefits: Health Insurance (multiple POS plan options with Prescription Drug Coverage included), Vision Insurance, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and a $50,000 life insurance policy. Dental Insurance coverage with orthodontic care included in health coverage.
• Retirement: Georgia Municipal Association defined benefit plan with 100% paid City contributions and a 3% multiplier (vested after 10 years of service; full retirement age 65 or Rule of 80), plus a voluntary defined contribution plan.
• Paid Leave: Vacation leave ranging from 12 to 21 days per year based on tenure, sick leave accruing at 6.67 hours/month (10 days/year), 12 paid holidays, and 1 personal day.
• Additional Offerings: Onsite gym, $700/month car allowance, cell phone, Peach State Federal Credit Union membership, and Employee Assistance Program.

The City of Loganville is an equal opportunity employer.