Rob Hernandez
Deputy City Manager | City of Lakeland
Hernandez started his career in municipal government in 1994 with Broward County, Florida where he held various positions of elevated leadership including Deputy County Administrator during his 17-year tenure. During his expansive career, he also served as the Deputy County Manager for Fulton County, Georgia, Deputy City Manager for the City of Coral Springs, City Manager for the City of Savannah, Deputy City Manager for the City of Fort Lauderdale and most recently he served as the City Manager for the City of Cape Coral. He brings a wealth of local government experience to the City of Lakeland.
Hernandez is a 23-year veteran of the US Army Reserves. He holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Public Administration degree from Florida International University. He is an International City Management Association (ICMA), credentialed manager and a member of the Florida City/County Management Association.