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Town Administrator

The town of Swanzey, NH is seeking a qualified, experienced, and collaborative p...

Location

United States , Swanzey

Salary:

Not provided

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

July 31, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field required
Master's degree preferred
No less than three years municipal management experience, including supervisory and budgetary responsibilities
Thorough knowledge of municipal government operations, budgeting, personnel administration, and applicable state laws
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Job Responsibility

Directing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of municipal government
Preparing and administering the annual operating and capital budgets
Advising and assisting the Selectboard in developing policies, goals, and priorities
Supervising department heads and ensuring efficient delivery of municipal services
Overseeing personnel administration, labor relations, and risk management activities
Managing capital improvement projects, grants, contracts, and procurement processes
Representing the town in interactions with residents, businesses, regional organizations, and governmental agencies

What we offer

comprehensive benefits package

Fulltime

Town Administrator

The town of Marshfield Select Board invites candidates to learn about the opport...

Location

United States , Marshfield

Salary:

225000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
five to seven years of professional experience
strong financial acumen
MCPPO certified within one year
ability to manage complex budgets
equivalent combination of education, training and experience considered

Job Responsibility

Oversight and management of the daily operations of Town Government and implement Select Board policies
Develop and manage the annual budget
Administration of personnel bylaws and collective bargaining
Engage with residents, businesses and regional partners to foster transparency and trust
Execution of Select Board decisions and implementation of Select Board goals and priorities
Oversees and manages procurement activities in compliance with applicable regulations

What we offer

standard and voluntary benefits

Fulltime

Town Administrator

The town of Brookfield is seeking an experienced Town Administrator to work 30 t...

Location

United States , Brookfield

Salary:

93600.00 - 114400.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Municipal experience is required

Job Responsibility

Performs complex professional, administrative and management work in providing daily control over ongoing town activities
Assisting and advising the Select Board to discharge the duties of their office
Providing executive leadership in areas of policy formulation, fiscal affairs, labor relations, and organizational development
Acts as the agent for the Select Board

Fulltime

Town Administrator

The town of Townsend, population 9,004, seeks a principled leader with hands-on ...

Location

United States , Townsend

Salary:

140000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, public or business administration, or a related field
Master’s preferred
Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in municipal management or comparable executive leadership or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job
Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) Designation, or the ability to obtain such within one year of employment

Job Responsibility

Oversee daily operations, coordinating between multiple municipal departments working within a fiscally responsible budget
Daily coordination among the Selectboard, community, and staff to ensure effective administration as the bridge between policy and action
Commitment to transparency, the ability to explain complex municipal issues to a diverse audience, finding creative solutions to unique challenges, while creating a trusting atmosphere

What we offer

Standard and voluntary benefits are included as offered by the town

Fulltime

Town Administrator

Acushnet, (Population 10,602), a financially sound town, located on the Massachu...

Location

United States , Acushnet

Salary:

125000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Person especially fitted by education, training or previous experience in public administration to perform the duties of his office
Shall devote full time to the office and shall not hold any other public office, elective or appointive, nor engage in any other business or occupation during his term
Demonstrated leadership ability
Extensive knowledge of administration and finance, human resources, collective bargaining, public works, public safety, planning, and infrastructure project management
Ability to plan and execute a $35+ million budget

Job Responsibility

Chief administrator officer of the town
Responsible to the Board of Selectmen for the administration of all town affairs

Fulltime

Town Administrator

The town of Oak Bluffs (permanent population: 5,621, seasonal 30,000+; an active...

Location

United States , Oak Bluffs

Salary:

200000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Thorough understanding of municipal finances, budgets, procurement, Massachusetts general laws, collective bargaining in Massachusetts, personnel management, and planning
Ability to establish strong working relationships with the Select Board, community, Town committees, and staff
At least a bachelor’s degree, preferably in public administration
At least five years of prior full-time compensated executive service in public or business administration
Alternatively, at least two years of prior full-time, compensated executive service in public or business administration, along with a master’s degree in an appropriate discipline
Proven track record of establishing strong, productive working relationships with various constituencies

Job Responsibility

Serve as Chief Administrative Officer
Connect and communicate with Oak Bluffs’ various constituencies
Work under the direction of a five-member Select Board

What we offer

Health and retirement plans

Fulltime

Town Administrator

The town of Weare, NH (9,000), seeks experienced professional municipal manager ...

Location

United States , Weare

Salary:

145000.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field and five-plus years of relevant experience, preferably in municipal administration
or equivalent combination of education and experience desired

Job Responsibility

Oversees an operating budget of approximately $9M and a workforce of 46 FTE’s and many other PTE’s providing the full array of services to the community

What we offer

Excellent benefits

Fulltime

Interim Town Administrator

The town of West Newbury seeks qualified candidates to serve as Interim Town Man...

Location

United States , West Newbury

Salary:

Not provided

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant municipal management experience
Strong communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated experience working effectively in Massachusetts local government environments
Prior town manager, assistant town manager, or senior municipal leadership experience strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Provide executive leadership and oversee day-to-day municipal operations
Budget and financial management
Personnel administration
Labor relations
Policy implementation
Coordination with town boards, committees, and department heads
Provide steady, collaborative leadership while supporting continuity of operations
Assist the Select Board during the transition period

Fulltime

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