The town manager’s office consists of the town manager, the assistant town manager, the community information officer and an executive secretary. The assistant town manager oversees the administrative service division, which includes the town clerk.

The office of the Town Manager is established pursuant to Article 6 of the Charter of the Town of Vail. The Town Charter establishes the Town Manager as the Chief Executive and Administrative Officer of the Town. The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council and serves at the pleasure of the Council. Article 6.3 encumbers the Town Manager with the proper administration of all affairs of the town placed in his/her charge. Specifically, the Town Manager is responsible for enforcement of laws and ordinances and preparation of a proposed budget, which is submitted to the Town Council for review and adoption. Following the adoption of the budget, the Town Manager is responsible for the administration and implementation of the budget.