Assistant to City Manager

Are you ready to shape the cities of tomorrow? Step into the dynamic world of City Management with our Assistant to the City Manager position, where passion meets purpose. This is not just a job; it’s a transformative experience designed for bold thinkers and aspiring leaders eager to make a tangible impact in their communities. The Assistant to the City Manager position is designed to unapologetically prepare you for a career in City Management.

Here, you’ll gain hands‑on experience engaging in cross‑departmental projects and acquire critical skills that will set you apart in your career. This opportunity will not only allow you to gain invaluable experience but also position yourself as a future leader in City Management.

The City of Murphy redefines the local government experience for its employees, citizens, and businesses; disrupting the perception of what municipal government is. We do this under the banner of being “One City, One Team” of public servants committed to exceptional service delivery by honoring our core values of being C.O.O.L.

• Respe
  Ctful – by providing considerate and thoughtful service to a diverse City with the goal of maintaining an inclusive atmosphere that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Professi
  Onal – by being knowledgeable, competent, and efficient in service to all with the goal of maintaining high standards of behavior and work ethic while elevating each other as a Murphy team in efforts to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Trustw
  Orthy – by delivering service in an open, honest, and timely manner with the goal of fostering trust in all our relationships by maintaining integrity and high levels of accountability.
• Friend
  Ly – by committing to a harmonious, engaging, and positive work environment with the goal of providing exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Are you a COOL individual looking for a COOL place to work? This might be the place for you and the COOLest job you’ve ever had!

The City of Murphy City Manager's Office seeks to add a Assistant to the City Manager to its dynamic team! The Assistant to the City Manager performs high‑level professional work in support of executive leadership. The position is also responsible for the administration, oversight, and execution of the City’s Economic Development program, which includes managing day‑to‑day programs and initiatives that support the city's economic development strategic plan.

RESUME AND LETTER OF INTEREST REQUIRED. PLEASE ATTACH BOTH TO YOUR APPLICATION BEFORE SUBMITTAL.

• Telework option – one day per week for eligible employees, based on department needs and with Department Head approval
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits package
• Retirement program (TMRS) with 2:1 City match
• 3 weeks of Vacation and Sick leave per year (with additional accruals after 5 years of service).
• 14 paid holidays.
• City‑paid Life Insurance at 1x your annual salary up to $100K
• City‑paid disability insurance
• $7 Longevity pay
• Education Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Childcare assistance
• A positive and collaborative work environment

Monday‑Friday 8am‑5pm with after hours work required to attend assigned board meetings and Council Meetings.

This opportunity is FLSA Exempt and budgeted on Pay Grade #39. The pay plan range below is shown to represent opportunities for growth and development within this opportunity. We are seeking to hire between the Min to Mid‑range of the pay grade shown dependent upon qualifications.

• Min: $82,571.07/annually
• Mid: $99,085.28/annually
• Max: $/annually

• Supports implementation of City economic development goals; monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of related programs and initiatives.
• Serves as liaison to the Murphy Municipal Development District Board (MDD), advising on the use of City resources and administering annual budgets, contracts, and third‑party agreements.
• Negotiates and manages economic development incentive agreements; prepares and presents project proposals and provides recommendations to the MDD Board…