The City Manager is appointed by the City Council as the administrative head of the City of Albany municipal government. The City Manager is responsible for policy implementation and management of the day-to-day operations of the City. The City Manager advises and makes recommendations to the City Council concerning any conditions or situations that require Council direction or policy determination, and prepares the recommended budget for consideration and adoption by the City Council. The City Manager keeps the City Council advised of the current and long-term financial condition of the City, ensures that ordinances and applicable laws are enforced, and oversees the operation of City departments. 

The City Manager manages implementation of the Strategic Plan adopted by the City Council. In addition, the City Manager serves as Municipal Employee Relations Officer, the City’s Risk Manager, and as Executive Director of the Albany Public Facilities Financing Authority.