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Now Hiring - Taylorsville Town Manager

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Taylorsville was established in 1847. With views of the Brushy Mountains and Blue Ridge Mountains, the town holds a rich history of railroads and its established downtown. Taylorsville seeks an experienced manager with demonstrated knowledge of public administration and local government services. The town manager serves as the chief executive officer and manages operations in five departments with 25 full-time and nine part-time employees, while developing and administering an annual budget of $5,239,250. The successful candidate must be a leader with strong interpersonal skills and a proven record of successful communication with elected officials, staff, and citizens. We look forward to your application!

 

How To Apply

Submit a letter of interest, resume, and WPCOG application to the following:

Western Piedmont Council of Governments

Attn: Anthony Starr, Executive Director

PO Box 9026

Hickory, NC 28603

 

Electronic submission of applications via email at anthony.starr@wpcog.org is encouraged. Please submit application materials no later than Monday, June 3rd. Candidates will be subject to an interview and assessment process. The first round of interviews are expected to take place in early July 2024.

 

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The Western Piedmont Council of Governments shall serve all local government members in Alexander, Burke, Caldwell and Catawba Counties with professional, cost-effective assistance on a variety of local, regional, state and federal issues and programs.

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​Telephone: ​828.322.9191

Fax: 828.322.5991
Mailing: P.O. Box 9026 | Hickory, NC 28603
Location: 1880 2nd Avenue NW
Hickory, NC 28601
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