Company Profile
CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS
Company Overview
he City of Newport News is administered by a council-manager form of government, wherein a City Manager is appointed by the Mayor and City Council to oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of city government. All seven members of Council are elected to serve four-year terms in nonpartisan elections. Two Council members are elected from each of the City’s three districts, and the Mayor is elected at large. The City Attorney and City Clerk are also appointed by Council, and all department heads are appointed by the City Manager.
Newport News is a full-service City that provides a full range of municipal services, including fire and police protection, juvenile detention, adult correction, sanitation, health and social services, public improvements, planning and zoning, water/wastewater services, general administrative services, education, recreational activities, cultural events, and the construction and maintenance of highways, streets and infrastructure.
Company History
The City of Newport News obtained its present Charter from the Virginia General Assembly effective July 1, 1958, as a result of the consolidation of the Cities of Newport News and Warwick. Originally incorporated in 1896, with a population of 9,000, Newport News grew so rapidly that it became a city without passing through the village or town stage. The City was governed by a Bicameral Common Council, then a Board of Alderman, and in 1920, the present Council-Manager form of government was established.
Benefits
Generous leave accruals
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Wellness Program
401K