Lancaster Township confirmed Wednesday, Sept. 20, that former township manager C. Michael Foote will remain with the municipality in an interim capacity.

According to office administrator Shirley Stine, Foote has reached an agreement with the township to serve as interim manager until the end of October.

Until that time, he will be available at the township office every Thursday.

Foote’s resignation was approved at the board of supervisors’ Aug. 23 meeting, bringing an end to his nearly two years with the township.

He previously said he has decided to pursue his “career goals with another municipality.”

C. Michael Foote

The vacant township manager position has been advertised on both the Lancaster Township website and with the Pennsylvania State Association of Townships.

“Qualified candidates will have impeccable verbal and written communication skills, a strong ability to multi-task, and a friendly demeanor,” the job description reads. “The most qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, or a related field, as well as three to five years of experience in local government or the administration or a public or municipal agency.”

The position is listed as full-time, with a salary range of $75,000-$100,000 and a full benefits package.

“This is a highly responsible administrative/supervisory position involving planning, directing, coordinating, and administering all affairs of the township government,” the description continued. “The township manager reports to the Board of Supervisors.”