We’re Hiring: City Administrator

📣 We’re Hiring: City Administrator

The City of Pickens is looking for an energetic, visionary leader to serve as our next City Administrator. You’d work alongside a supportive City Council with a bold vision for the future of our community, “Where the Mountains Begin.”

About the role:

  • Reports to the 7-member City Council
  • Leads 49 full-time staff across police, fire, recreation, public works, and municipal court
  • Prepares and manages the city budget and capital improvements plan
  • Guides a citywide strategic planning process and strengthens partnerships with the business community

What we’re looking for:

  • At least 4 years of progressively responsible local government experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field (master’s preferred)
  • An approachable leader and consensus builder who wants to be part of the community

💼 Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 DOQ, plus a vehicle allowance, SC retirement system, health, vision, and dental coverage, and professional development support.

📬 To apply: Email a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 professional references to Trey Eubanks at teubanks@scacog.org, or mail them to 30 Century Circle, Greenville, SC 29607.

🗓️ Deadline: October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM

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