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Town Administrator

United States, Marshfield Employment contract 225000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 05, 2026
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The town of Marshfield Select Board invites candidates to learn about the opportunity to be the next Town Administrator, who serves as the day-to-day leader of the municipality. We are seeking a dynamic, forward thinking Town Administrator to lead our municipal operations and help us navigate a new era of fiscal planning and development. Marshfield faces challenges such as budget limits, tax burdens, MBTA zoning pressures, political instability, and questions of trust and fairness in both government and the community. The next Town Administrator must exhibit professional leadership, fiscal expertise, political adeptness, and foster a positive, collaborative work culture while prioritizing the town's interests. Key priorities for Select Board members emphasize financial management, open communication, fairness, and strong leadership to address these ongoing challenges and enhance community engagement and organizational effectiveness.

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

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

Nice to have

  • Master's degree
  • managerial experience in a municipal or public position with similar responsibility and complexity

What we offer

standard and voluntary benefits

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