Cayce City Manager Jim Crosland announces his retirement after 28 years of public service

Cayce, SC 05/07/2025 - Cayce City Manager, Jim Crosland, has announced his retirement after 28 years of dedicated service to the United States military, as well as local governments and law enforcement. In the City of Cayce, he has served as City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and former Assistant Director of the Cayce Department of Public Safety. He began his career in Cayce in 1998 and has served at every level of law enforcement including Canine Officer, Narcotics Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Police Instructor, and in 2016; Assistant Director.

In a statement to City Councilmembers about his retirement Crosland stated, “It’s a rarity that in an organization someone can start at the very basic entry level position and have an opportunity to retire as the City Manager. I believe we have set a firm foundation for moving forward with a concentration in economic development, code compliance procedures, implementing new employee incentives, and creating wonderful partnerships with our citizens and commercial partners.”

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After Crosland made his intentions known, Cayce City Mayor Elise Partin said, “Jim Crosland did the City of Cayce a service by stepping in when he was needed. He did that not because he wanted this job but because he loves this City. We are thankful for Jim for all he has done throughout his entire career for the City of Cayce! We wish him the best of luck in his retirement from the city.”

Councilman Hunter Sox called Crosland a, “True servant leader.” He continued by saying Crosland, “has left his legacy at Cayce. He is one of the hardest-working people who has worked for our city. While I am truly saddened to see him go, I am excited for him to enter this new phase of life. Jim has left this city in a better position than he inherited and has laid the groundwork for future success.”

Councilman Byron Thomas said he was shocked by the news but, “I respect the decision he’s making for himself and his family. I know this wasn’t easy because I know how much Jim loves the City of Cayce! He has worked his way up from the bottom of the police department to now running this city. His heart bleeds and beats all things, Cayce! I’m so grateful to have worked with him to get Glenwood Park renovated. Jim was committed to enhancing our city's parks and the overall quality of life in the City of Cayce. He might be retiring, but his legacy will never be forgotten at the City of Cayce!”

As he did with the new Cayce Police Chief, Bruce Wade, Crosland will aide in working to find a City Manager that will be a good fit for the needs of our city. His last day with the City of Cayce will be August 8.