City Manager

Job Opportunities

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 accommodating growth that positively impacts our local economy. At the intersection of three major highways—US 183, 281, and 190 (future I‑14)—Lampasas offers easy access to big‑city amenities and is an attractive option for business relocation from Travis, Williamson, Burnet, and Bell Counties.

City Council has invested in quality‑of‑life improvements, including recent upgrades to the Historic Hostess House, Campbell Park Skate Park, bike trails, Hancock Park Spring Feed Pool, and the 580 Sports Park and Rodeo Arena. Council also commits to increasing utility capacity in anticipation of growth.

Staff and elected officials value community partnerships, 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 with water distribution, sewer collection and treatment, electric distribution, an 18‑hole golf course, an airport, police and fire departments, a library, and a citizen collection station. The city’s annual operating budget is $34 million, with a staff of 120 FTEs. The city is a home‑rule municipal corporation governed under a council‑manager form. The City Manager also serves as Executive Director of the Lampasas Economic Development Corporation.

Candidates must be familiar with home‑rule municipalities, governance, and operations of municipally‑owned utilities.

The City Manager will develop the city’s workforce, enhancing technical ability, competency, customer service, and efficiency. The incumbent will create a positive public image of the city and staff through action, example, and leadership.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience. 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‑$100,000’s.

Applications may be submitted online pasas.org 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, 512‑556‑6831. Applicants must be able to pass a physical and drug screen and a background check. First review of applications will be November 30, 2025. EOE/ADA.