City Manager

City Manager PositionThe City of Lampasas is seeking an experienced, relationship-driven leader to serve as its next City Manager. Conveniently located in Central Texas, one hour north of Austin, and 30 minutes west of Killeen and Fort Hood, Lampasas maintains the personality of a rural small town while understanding that growth is inevitable and will positively impact our local economy. At the intersection of three major highways, US 183, 281, and 190 (future I-14), Lampasas provides easy access to big city amenities and is an attractive option for business relocation from Travis, Williamson, Burnet and Bell Counties.City Council has made investments to the quality of life for our residents including recent park and facility improvements to the Historic Hostess House, Campbell Park Skate Park, Bike trails, Hancock Park Spring Fed Pool, and the 580 Sports Park and Rodeo Arena. Council is also committed to increasing capacity for utilities in anticipation of growth. Staff and elected officials value our community partnerships and their contributions to the City including the Lampasas Association for the Arts-Sculpture Garden, Cooper Spring Nature Park Foundation, Lampasas Trails Association, and Vision Lampasas-murals and gateway signage.Lampasas is a full-service City including electric distribution, water distribution, sewer collection and treatment, 18-hole golf course, airport, Police and Fire Department, Library, and Citizen Collection Station. The current annual operating budget for the City is $34 million, with a staff of 120 FTE's. The City of Lampasas is a home rule municipal corporation operating under Council-Manager form of government. Candidates must be familiar with home rule municipalities and their governance, as well as operations of Municipally Owned Utilities. The City Manager also serves as Executive Director of the Lampasas Economic Development Corporation.The position provides resources to, and develops the City's workforce related to increased technical ability, competency, customer service and efficiency. The incumbent will create a positive public image of the City and City staff by action, example and leadership.The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and at least 7 years' experience in related positions of progressive responsibility. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at Council's discretion. Experience in a similar sized community with an electric utility is preferred. Salary range is in the mid-100's DOQ. Per City Charter, the City Manager must obtain residency within the city limits of Lampasas within six-month of hire and then reside within the city limits for the duration of employment as City Manager.Applications may be submitted online at or mailed to the City of Lampasas, attention Vicki Tower, HR Coordinator, 312 East Third Street, Lampasas, Texas 76550. Please note that applicants must complete the City of Lampasas application for employment. Questions may be directed to Vicki Tower, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applicants must be able to pass a physical and drug screen, and background check. Open until filled. EOE/ADA.