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City Manager Norcross, Georgia
City of Norcross, GA
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City of Norcross, Georgia – a place to imagine
The City of Norcross invites visionary and community focused municipal leaders to step into a leadership role where team building, leadership, and board relations skill sets define success.
Why Norcross?
Norcross, Georgia (population 18,902) is a city with a distinctive history and a major regional impact. As the second-oldest city in Gwinnett County, it was established in 1869 and originally developed as a small summer resort destination for residents of Atlanta seeking an escape from the city.
Over time, Norcross evolved from a quiet resort destination into a dynamic economic hub with both regional and global influence. Its strategic location and convenient transportation access have made it an attractive destination for domestic and international businesses, employees, and residents alike.
The Opportunity: City Manager
The City Manager oversees the daily operations of the City of Norcross government and ensures that local ordinances, laws, and policies are effectively implemented and upheld. Working closely with the mayor, city council, and department leaders, the City Manager plays a vital role in advancing the city’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional public service.
The Norcross City Council consists of a mayor and five council members who are elected at large and serve staggered two-year terms. Together with the City Manager, the council provides leadership and strategic direction for the community.
The City of Norcross operates through 12 departments that work collaboratively to maintain and enhance city services, including the management of its own public power utilities. As a proud member of the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG), Norcross joins 49 other Georgia municipalities in providing reliable public power services.
Norcross is recognized as a Platinum Certified Green Community by the Atlanta Regional Commission, reflecting the city’s strong commitment to sustainability through innovative initiatives, community events, and resident-focused incentive programs.
The City Government of Norcross is dedicated to delivering a high quality of life for its residents by:
- Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Providing efficient and reliable utilities and public services
- Supporting economic growth and development
- Maintaining vibrant, sustainable public spaces
We Are Seeking a Leader Who:
Possesses strong listening skills with a genuine desire to support others
Prefers a collaborative environment where clear expectations guide the team
Maintains an approachable presence with staff and community members.
Builds and maintains strong, trusted relationships with the Mayor and City Council
Someone who enjoys working in a diverse community while treating everyone with respect and impartiality
If you enjoy collaborating with others, building strong teams, and working with the elected body, you will find success in Norcross.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Ensuring staff provide quality service while promoting positive human relations
- Making key decisions to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly
- Orchestrating the full spectrum of activities of the city
- Providing direction and development of the city's annual operation and capital budget
- Direct and supervise the administration of all departments of the city
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of executive municipal leadership experience
- Strong leadership, economic development, strategic planning, board relations, and team-building skills
The salary range for this position is $215,000 to $235,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City of Norcross offers comprehensive retirement, paid leave, and professional development support.
Are You Ready to Lead a Talented Team?
This is your opportunity to lead a diverse community with small town charm within an amazing metropolitan area.
Apply by Tuesday, July 6, 2026. Finalists will be subject to background checks, a DISC Behavior Assessment, and in-depth interviews.
Send a cover letter, résumé, and five professional references to:
James Arndt, President
Arndt Municipal Support, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (217) 500-0770
The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome leadership from all backgrounds.
How to Apply
Post Date
Jun 05, 2026
Application Deadline
Jul 06, 2026
[email protected]
Apply Now
Job Details
Salary
$215,000
$235,000
Job Function
Chief Administrator (City, County, Town Manager)
Position Type
Contract
City of Norcross
Address
65 Lawrenceville St
Norcross, GA 30071-2556
United States
Population
17,209
Website
http://www.norcrossga.net/
Form of Government
Council-Manager
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City Manager Norcross, Georgia
City of Norcross, GA
Join Our Team as Our Next City Manager
City of Norcross, Georgia – a place to imagine
The City of Norcross invites visionary and community focused municipal leaders to step into a leadership role where team building, leadership, and board relations skill sets define success.
Why Norcross?
Norcross, Georgia (population 18,902) is a city with a distinctive history and a major regional impact. As the second-oldest city in Gwinnett County, it was established in 1869 and originally developed as a small summer resort destination for residents of Atlanta seeking an escape from the city.
Over time, Norcross evolved from a quiet resort destination into a dynamic economic hub with both regional and global influence. Its strategic location and convenient transportation access have made it an attractive destination for domestic and international businesses, employees, and residents alike.
The Opportunity: City Manager
The City Manager oversees the daily operations of the City of Norcross government and ensures that local ordinances, laws, and policies are effectively implemented and upheld. Working closely with the mayor, city council, and department leaders, the City Manager plays a vital role in advancing the city’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional public service.
The Norcross City Council consists of a mayor and five council members who are elected at large and serve staggered two-year terms. Together with the City Manager, the council provides leadership and strategic direction for the community.
The City of Norcross operates through 12 departments that work collaboratively to maintain and enhance city services, including the management of its own public power utilities. As a proud member of the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG), Norcross joins 49 other Georgia municipalities in providing reliable public power services.
Norcross is recognized as a Platinum Certified Green Community by the Atlanta Regional Commission, reflecting the city’s strong commitment to sustainability through innovative initiatives, community events, and resident-focused incentive programs.
The City Government of Norcross is dedicated to delivering a high quality of life for its residents by:
- Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Providing efficient and reliable utilities and public services
- Supporting economic growth and development
- Maintaining vibrant, sustainable public spaces
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of executive municipal leadership experience
- Strong leadership, economic development, strategic planning, board relations, and team-building skills
The salary range for this position is $215,000 to $235,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City of Norcross offers comprehensive retirement, paid leave, and professional development support.
Are You Ready to Lead a Talented Team?
This is your opportunity to lead a diverse community with small town charm within an amazing metropolitan area.
Apply by Tuesday, July 6, 2026. Finalists will be subject to background checks, a DISC Behavior Assessment, and in-depth interviews.
Send a cover letter, résumé, and five professional references to:
James Arndt, President
Arndt Municipal Support, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (217) 500-0770
The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome leadership from all backgrounds.
How to Apply
Post Date
Jun 05, 2026
Application Deadline
Jul 06, 2026
[email protected]
Apply Now
Job Details
Salary
$215,000
$235,000
Job Function
Chief Administrator (City, County, Town Manager)
Position Type
Contract
City of Norcross
Address
65 Lawrenceville St
Norcross, GA 30071-2556
United States
Population
17,209
Website
http://www.norcrossga.net/
Form of Government
Council-Manager
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Join Our Team as Our Next City Manager
City of Norcross, Georgia – a place to imagine
The City of Norcross invites visionary and community focused municipal leaders to step into a leadership role where team building, leadership, and board relations skill sets define success.
Why Norcross?
Norcross, Georgia (population 18,902) is a city with a distinctive history and a major regional impact. As the second-oldest city in Gwinnett County, it was established in 1869 and originally developed as a small summer resort destination for residents of Atlanta seeking an escape from the city.
Over time, Norcross evolved from a quiet resort destination into a dynamic economic hub with both regional and global influence. Its strategic location and convenient transportation access have made it an attractive destination for domestic and international businesses, employees, and residents alike.
The Opportunity: City Manager
The City Manager oversees the daily operations of the City of Norcross government and ensures that local ordinances, laws, and policies are effectively implemented and upheld. Working closely with the mayor, city council, and department leaders, the City Manager plays a vital role in advancing the city’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional public service.
The Norcross City Council consists of a mayor and five council members who are elected at large and serve staggered two-year terms. Together with the City Manager, the council provides leadership and strategic direction for the community.
The City of Norcross operates through 12 departments that work collaboratively to maintain and enhance city services, including the management of its own public power utilities. As a proud member of the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG), Norcross joins 49 other Georgia municipalities in providing reliable public power services.
Norcross is recognized as a Platinum Certified Green Community by the Atlanta Regional Commission, reflecting the city’s strong commitment to sustainability through innovative initiatives, community events, and resident-focused incentive programs.
The City Government of Norcross is dedicated to delivering a high quality of life for its residents by:
- Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Providing efficient and reliable utilities and public services
- Supporting economic growth and development
- Maintaining vibrant, sustainable public spaces
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of executive municipal leadership experience
- Strong leadership, economic development, strategic planning, board relations, and team-building skills
The salary range for this position is $215,000 to $235,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City of Norcross offers comprehensive retirement, paid leave, and professional development support.
Are You Ready to Lead a Talented Team?
This is your opportunity to lead a diverse community with small town charm within an amazing metropolitan area.
Apply by Tuesday, July 6, 2026. Finalists will be subject to background checks, a DISC Behavior Assessment, and in-depth interviews.
Send a cover letter, résumé, and five professional references to:
James Arndt, President
Arndt Municipal Support, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (217) 500-0770
The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome leadership from all backgrounds.
Join Our Team as Our Next City Manager
City of Norcross, Georgia – a place to imagine
The City of Norcross invites visionary and community focused municipal leaders to step into a leadership role where team building, leadership, and board relations skill sets define success.
Why Norcross?
Norcross, Georgia (population 18,902) is a city with a distinctive history and a major regional impact. As the second-oldest city in Gwinnett County, it was established in 1869 and originally developed as a small summer resort destination for residents of Atlanta seeking an escape from the city.
Over time, Norcross evolved from a quiet resort destination into a dynamic economic hub with both regional and global influence. Its strategic location and convenient transportation access have made it an attractive destination for domestic and international businesses, employees, and residents alike.
The Opportunity: City Manager
The City Manager oversees the daily operations of the City of Norcross government and ensures that local ordinances, laws, and policies are effectively implemented and upheld. Working closely with the mayor, city council, and department leaders, the City Manager plays a vital role in advancing the city’s mission, values, and commitment to exceptional public service.
The Norcross City Council consists of a mayor and five council members who are elected at large and serve staggered two-year terms. Together with the City Manager, the council provides leadership and strategic direction for the community.
The City of Norcross operates through 12 departments that work collaboratively to maintain and enhance city services, including the management of its own public power utilities. As a proud member of the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG), Norcross joins 49 other Georgia municipalities in providing reliable public power services.
Norcross is recognized as a Platinum Certified Green Community by the Atlanta Regional Commission, reflecting the city’s strong commitment to sustainability through innovative initiatives, community events, and resident-focused incentive programs.
The City Government of Norcross is dedicated to delivering a high quality of life for its residents by:
- Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Providing efficient and reliable utilities and public services
- Supporting economic growth and development
- Maintaining vibrant, sustainable public spaces
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of executive municipal leadership experience
- Strong leadership, economic development, strategic planning, board relations, and team-building skills
The salary range for this position is $215,000 to $235,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The City of Norcross offers comprehensive retirement, paid leave, and professional development support.
Are You Ready to Lead a Talented Team?
This is your opportunity to lead a diverse community with small town charm within an amazing metropolitan area.
Apply by Tuesday, July 6, 2026. Finalists will be subject to background checks, a DISC Behavior Assessment, and in-depth interviews.
Send a cover letter, résumé, and five professional references to:
James Arndt, President
Arndt Municipal Support, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (217) 500-0770
The City of Norcross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome leadership from all backgrounds.
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