The City Manager is responsible for the daily operations of all of the City of Elberton departments and services. Under Article III of the City’s Charter, the City Council selects and appoints the City Manager whose term of office is indefinite. The City Manager is the chief executive officer of the City who is vested with the sole authority over all administrative matters of the City, accountable only to the City Council.

The City Manager is responsible for the administration and direction of all departments of the City including all services. He hires and appoints all employees of the City including all department directors. The duties and responsibilities of the City Manager include enforcing all laws and ordinances of the City, recommending measures necessary for the proficient operation of the City, preparing the annual budget recommendation, preparing reports to the Mayor and City Council on the financial condition and future needs of the City, and all other duties required by ordinance or resolution set forth by the Mayor and City Council. All formal contracts on behalf of the City shall be executed by the City Manager.