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Choosing a Career in Local Government Management

A career in local government management offers the uniquely rewarding opportunity to have a direct impact on your community.

Local government managers, like other chief executives, are responsible for the overall performance of their organizations. As the top administrator, the manager organizes and directs a team of department heads, supervisors, technicians, and support staff to initiate and manage programs and deliver public services.

A career in local government management is challenging -- and extremely rewarding. Few other careers offer the opportunity to have such a positive impact on your community. If you would like more information on a career in local government management, download Local Government Management: It's the Career for You!

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Local Government Management: It's the Career for You! (pdf, 103 KB)