The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer for the City of Greensboro and is assisted by assistant city managers.

The City Manager's Office, which is part of the Executive Department, coordinates and oversees all City departments and implements policy decisions made by the Mayor and City Council. In addition, the office leads the financial and budget management process and recommends improvements in operations and programs.  

Council/Manager Government

The City of Greensboro has adopted the Council/Manager form of government to provide the highest degree of professional and non-political administration of public services in accordance with policies set by the elected Mayor and City Council.