Great opportunity to join one of South Carolina’s fastest growing communities. Blythewood is home to Scout Motors, where their $3 billion production facility is under construction. This is the perfect opportunity to strategically manage the growth of this Town which is just minutes from the state capital, Columbia.

Position Overview

The Town Manager directs and manages all administrative functions of Town government, including personnel administration, budgeting, procurement, grant management, capital projects, and special initiatives. The Town Manager is responsible for implementing Council policies, enforcing ordinances and state law, and advancing both short- and long-term goals for the Town.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as Chief Executive Officer and head of the administrative branch of Town government
Plan, direct, and oversee all Town departments, offices, and operations
Appoint, supervise, evaluate, and, when necessary, remove Town employees; establish compensation and benefits within policy
Prepare, recommend, and administer the annual Town budget
Advise Mayor and Town Council on policy, operations, and strategic planning
Ensure compliance with Town ordinances, state laws, FOIA, procurement, and grant requirements
Negotiate contracts and administer purchasing and personnel policies
Serve as Chief Public Information Officer and primary liaison with citizens, media, boards, and commissions
Coordinate capital improvement projects with architects, engineers, and consultants
Represent the Town on local, regional, and state boards and commissions
Respond to complex citizen inquiries, media requests, and community concerns
Perform other related duties as assigned

Leadership & Performance Expectations

The Town Manager is expected to demonstrate:

Strong leadership, ethical decision-making, and professional judgment
High standards for service delivery, accountability, and results
Effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills
A proactive, solution-oriented management style
Commitment to employee development, teamwork, and community engagement

Required Knowledge & Skills

Public administration, municipal finance, budgeting, and personnel management
Grant writing, administration, and compliance
Procurement laws and contract management
South Carolina municipal law, zoning, and ordinances
Strong verbal, written, organizational, and analytical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and municipal software systems

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or a related field
3 years of responsible municipal or county government management experience

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field
At least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience
ICMA Credentialed Manager (CM) or eligibility preferred

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, typically 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Must be available for evening meetings, weekends, and travel as required

Compensation and benefits

· Negotiated salary will be commensurate with experience, education and job skills. Minimum salary of $150,000.00

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:

Ed Driggers

Parker Poe Consulting

ed@parkerpoeconsulting.com

For additional information or questions please call 803-253-6866

Position is open until filled.

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