There is not a lot of new news in the search for a new Vance County Manager.
The Interim County Manager, Robert Murphy, indicated he was not a candidate for the permanent position in an email to WIZS News.
He said, “The commissioners’ commitment to the applicants to keep their applications confidential prevents our answering some of your questions, but I can tell you that the commissioners are continuing the search, and that they are confident that they will ultimately hire a highly qualified manager.”
Early in September, the following press release was issued:
“The Vance County Board of Commissioners will continue the search for a county manager. The board recognizes the importance of finding someone with the appropriate experience and skills to fill this very important position, and we are committed to taking the time needed to make sure the right person is selected. Vance County government has a long tradition of superior professional management, and we want to make sure that tradition continues undiminished. The position has been advertised in state and national professional publications, and the board has interviewed a number of candidates over the past several months. Mr. Robert Murphy, a retired North Carolina county manager, has been serving as interim county manager since February and has agreed to stay on until a new manager is selected. We are fortunate to have a very professional, dedicated county staff to work with Mr. Murphy. Our citizens can be assured that county operations and services will continue on unaffected by the transition in managers.”
Archie Taylor — Chairman, Board of Commissioners