Christopher Dorsey

Christopher Dorsey is a seasoned municipal administrator with extensive experience in city management across several Tennessee cities, including East Ridge, Red Bank, and Signal Mountain. He holds a Master's degree in Public Administration and is a certified municipal finance officer (CMFO) .13

Dorsey served as the City Manager of East Ridge from 2019 until his resignation in November 2022, which was reportedly due to a desire from the city council to pursue a different direction. During his tenure, he was recognized for facilitating numerous economic development projects and was appreciated for his leadership by the city's mayor .14 Before his role in East Ridge, he was the city administrator in Sparta, Tennessee .1

As of January 8, 2024, Dorsey has been appointed as the City Manager for Salem, Virginia, marking a new chapter in his career .256 His professional affiliations include memberships in the Tennessee City Management Association and the International City/County Management Association, reflecting his commitment to municipal governance .1