Assistant City Manager

Joseph Molis is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Lakeway. He oversees the Building and Development Services, Information Technology, and Facilities Maintenance departments and staff members. He also oversees the Grants Coordinator, City Hall Receptionist, and the overall Economic Development of the City.   The Assistant City Manager reports directly to the City Manager.

 Joseph started with the City of Lakeway in late 2020 as Assistant City Manager. Prior to this, Joseph worked for the City of Harker Heights for over 10 years, ultimately becoming the Director of Planning and Development in 2015. His time at Harker Heights has allowed him to gain valuable experience in urban planning, strategic planning, economic development, commercial and residential development, and mapping.  Joseph is a certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) and a member of the Texas State University Public Administration Advisory Board.

 To date, Joseph is spending his time with the City of Lakeway getting to know the City to help prioritize its Comprehensive Plan goals, learn the culture of the local government and its people, identify the key stakeholders within the region, and begin developing the necessary relationships that are critical in accomplishing the City of Lakeway’s Mission: To enhance the quality of life for our family of citizens within our available means by providing and facilitating safe, quality services, programs and facilities, while preserving our history and protecting our natural resources.

 Joseph was raised in the Austin area and received his B.S. in Geography and Geographic Information Systems from Texas State University. In 2019, he received his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Texas State University.   Joseph enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, reading, and enjoying all things Star Trek and Star Wars in his spare time.