Town Manager - Carrboro, North Carolina

Salary: $160,000.00 - $201,000.00 Annually

Location : Carrboro, NC

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00188

Job Classification: City / Town / Village Administration

Opening Date: 10/25/2023

Job Description

First review of resumes occurs on November 28, 2023.

The Town of Carrboro, North Carolina (pop. 21,230) boasts a vibrant, diverse, and well-educated community known for its progressive vibe. Carrboro is part of the Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle Park area, and boasts numerous cultural amenities, a convenient fare-free public transportation system, and a strong sense of community pride and engagement.

The Town Manager oversees the Town's full-service operations and advises the Council on all matters related to the planning, development, and operating status of the Town departments: Finance, Human Resources, Police, Fire, Public Works, Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources, Planning, Zoning, and Inspections, Economic Development, Information Technology, and Housing and Community Services. Carrboro employs 175 FTEs. The total Town budget for FY 2023-24 is $81.1M including a six percent increase in the General Fund.

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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Advance the Town's Interests. The Town Manager will be diplomatic and politically perceptive, respecting the roles in the council-manager form of government and guiding the Council through the transition following the November elections. The Town Manager will develop relationships and build trust, be an effective communicator, and be a strong advocate for the Town and its employees. These skillsets will help the Town Manager deal with challenges head-on and work with staff and Town Council to address stormwater issues, increase the availability of affordable housing, design long-term parking solutions, and provide options to diversify the Town's tax base.

Lead and manage special projects. Carrboro's capital project fund for FY2023-2024 is $41.4 million and includes the construction of greenways throughout the Town, completion of the 203 Project, and the reconditioning of three existing Town buildings. The 203 Project, a joint Carrboro and Orange County development, will house the Orange County Southern Branch Library, the Orange County Skills Development Center, the Town's recreation, parks, cultural programs, and other activities. The Town Manager will provide high-level management or consultation to these projects and facilitate and align the five-year capital improvement plan with annual budgets along with new technology to increase transparency, track progress, and roll out a new financial model.

Press Forward on Diversity and Racial Equity. The Town of Carrboro envisions being a community where race does not determine outcomes, all residents have equitable opportunities and resources, and participation in community events, programs, and advisory boards represents community demographics. Carrboro strives to be an inclusive and open-minded organization that has a culture created by its diverse staff, which serves the public through a social (racial) justice lens. In 2018, Carrboro became a member of the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) to standardize and further this work. The Town Manager will embrace the value that diversity brings to Carrboro and ensure that the Town provides opportunities for outreach to all segments of the community, allowing residents and staff to be heard. The successful candidate will have experience in providing government services in ways that do not create inequities.

Sustainability. The Town Manager will take a broad view of sustainability from both a community economic and environmental perspective to advance the Town's climate action goals through two plans - the Energy and Climate Protection Plan and the Community Climate Action Plan.

Fiscal Health and Economic Development. The Town Manager will advise the Town Council on the fiscal impacts of policy decisions and keep an eye on the Town's long-term fiscal health. Downtown Carrboro is primed for major redevelopment while supporting the established local businesses. There are opportunities for building and infrastructure improvements and mixed-use development. The next Town Manager will bring together partners to creatively approach and provide non-traditional, entrepreneurial options. The Town will need to work with economic development stakeholders to reimagine the retail, restaurant, and lodging sectors in Carrboro. The Town Manager will collaborate on regional issues with partners including the Triangle J Council of Governments, to achieve more together than if the Town worked on an initiative alone.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $201,000 depending upon qualifications and experience. The Town also provides a generous benefits program including health insurance, annual, sick, holiday, personal, and paid parental leave, and includes a 3% contribution to a 401(k) and participation in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees Retirement System. Town employees receive a debit card from a medical expense reimbursement program (MERP). It is preloaded with $6,500 for an individual or $13,000 for employees with dependents. Residency in the Town is required within six months after appointment as Town Manager.

Desired Qualifications

The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration or a related field, and progressively responsible senior-level administrative management experience in a comparable organization. A master's degree in public or business administration or a related field is a plus, and ICMA-Credentialed Manager designation is strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and management experience will be considered. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of leading the achievement of strategic goals, maintaining transparent communication, practicing sound financial management, fostering productive community partnerships, and actively engaging with residents. The successful candidate will incorporate an equity, diversity, and inclusion framework into policymaking and implementation, community relations, and staff management.

Special Instructions

This position is open until filled; however, first review of resumes occurs on November 28, 2023. Following this date, applications will be screened against criteria outlined in this brochure. For more information, please contact Anne Lewis at [email protected].

For more information about the Town of Carrboro, please visit https://www.townofcarrboro.org/ and https://www.visitcarrboro.com.

Please consult the recruitment brochure for more information on the benefits available for this position.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Which of the following best reflects your number of years of experience in a senior-level administrative management role?

• 0 - 2 Years
• 3 - 4 Years
• 5 - 6 Years
• 7 - 9 Years
• 10+ Years
• N/A - None

03

Which of the following represents the sector in which you earned your professional experience?

• Municipal Government
• County Government
• State Government
• Federal Government
• United States Armed Forces
• Private Sector
• Other

04

Are you currently designated as an ICMA-Credentialed Manager?

• Yes
• No

Required Question