Job Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
5 p.m. | Friday | September 5, 2025

The Assistant City Manager (ACM) reports directly to the City Manager and plays a vital role in City administration. This position involves varied tasks and supports the planning, management, and review of City operations. The ACM assists in implementing City Council policies and goals and recommends improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The role includes providing strategic leadership and oversight to assigned departments. Assigned departments will be determined by experience and background of the selected candidate and the needs of the City.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Attend City Council meetings and present on specific agenda items
• Direct the activities of assigned City departments
• Provide responsive and professional customer service to residents
• Support the City Manager and work with City boards and committees
• Monitor City operations and identify opportunities for improvement
• Represent the City and City Manager in meetings with elected officials and external agencies
• Participate in the hiring, training, evaluation, and development of management staff
• Support and coordinate employee training programs
• Assist in developing and managing the City’s annual budget
• Keep the City Council, City Manager, and management staff informed of relevant issues
• Oversee and coordinate capital improvement projects

Fulfill the duties of the City Manager during their absence.

The next Assistant City Manager for Lockhart will be a servant leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings both operational skill and a strategic mindset. This individual will be approachable, adaptable, and driven to support the City’s continued growth while maintaining its strong sense of community. A commitment to customer service, problem-solving, and team development is essential, along with the ability to build trust across the organization and lead with humility and purpose.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Texas local government, including experience with multiple operations, services, and activities
• At least three (3) years of management or supervisory experience as a City Manager, Assistant/Deputy City Manager, or the equivalent in a comparable or larger community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Public Administration (MPA)
• Experience in Texas municipal government
• ICMA Credentialed Manager, Certified Public Manager, or Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO) or in progress
• Prior oversight of departments such as Finance, Building Services, Parks, or Utilities
• Experience managing capital improvement projects

Core Competencies

• Strategic and Innovative Leadership
• Proactive Problem-Solving and Sound Judgment
• Trust Building and Collaborative Relationships
• Effective Communication and Presentation Skills
• Servant Leadership and Continuous Growth

The City of Lockhart will consider any combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the Assistant City Manager.

 

Faxed and mailed submissions will not be considered.

For more information on this position, please contact:

Kent Myers, Vice President
Clear Career Professionals, LLC
kent@clearcareerpro.com 
(214) 550-2850

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