Aaron Smith serves as Assistant City Manager for the City of Odessa, bringing extensive operations, project management, and municipal leadership expertise. He is a past City Manager of Tulia Texas, Ogallala Nebraska, Whitehouse Texas and past City Administrator of Kemah Texas. In addition, Aaron served as a Senior Managing Director at Texas Tech University, Operations Division. With a strong focus on efficiency and innovation, Aaron oversees key initiatives that enhance the city's infrastructure, services, and community engagement. His commitment to excellence ensures that Odessa remains a vibrant and thriving place to live, work, and visit. Known for his collaborative approach, Aaron excels at streamlining processes and implementing strategic solutions that drive meaningful outcomes. His dedication to public service reflects a deep passion for building strong communities and fostering growth. Aaron enjoys staying connected to emerging trends in city management. He is a member of the Texas City Management Association. Aaron is married to his wife Jennifer, 19 years, and they have a 12 year old daughter.
