Edward M. Augustus Jr.
| Edward M. Augustus Jr. | |
|---|---|
| City Manager of Worcester, Massachusetts | |
|
Assumed office 2014 | |
| Preceded by | Michael V. O'Brien |
| Member of the Massachusetts Senate from the 2nd Worcester District | |
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In office 2005–2009 | |
| Preceded by | Guy Glodis |
| Succeeded by | Michael O. Moore |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
March 31, 1965 Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Alma mater |
Suffolk University Johns Hopkins University |
Edward M. Augustus Jr. is an American politician and administrator who is the City Manager of Worcester, Massachusetts. He previously served as a member of the Massachusetts Senate.[1]
Early life
Augustus was born on March 31, 1965 in Worcester. He graduated from St. John's High School in 1983 and from Suffolk University in 1987 with a B.A. in Political Science.[2]
Political career
From 1989 to 1993, Augustus served as a member of the Worcester School Committee.[2] After helping to elect Jim McGovern to the United States House of Representatives, Augustus worked in Washington D.C. as McGovern's Chief of Staff. From 2005 to 2009, Augustus represented the 2nd Worcester district in the Massachusetts Senate.[3]
Post-political career
After leaving the state senate, Augustus served as Executive Director of the Children's Defense Fund of California. He left this position in 2010 to run McGovern's re-election campaign. After the election, Augustus became director of government and community relations at the College of the Holy Cross. On December 3, 2013, Augustus was named City Manager of Worcester, Massachusetts. Augustus took over as city manager in January 2014. He initially planned to serve for nine months while he was on a leave of absence from the college, but accepted three-year contract extension on September 30, 2014.[3][4]
References
- ↑ Augustus Jr., Edward M. (2 January 2009). "Senator thanks constituents, says goodbye". Community Advocate. Worcester, Massachusetts. Retrieved 3 April 2010.
- 1 2 Public officers of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2005-2006.
- 1 2 Hill, John F. (December 3, 2013). "Former state Sen. Ed Augustus named Worcester city manager, won't seek permanent role". MassLive.com. Retrieved March 12, 2014.
- ↑ Corcoran, Lindsay (October 1, 2014). "Worcester City Council finalizes contract with City Manager Ed Augustus". MassLive.com. Retrieved November 30, 2014.