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Town Administrator

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Massachusetts Municipal Association

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Location:
United States , Bernardston

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Category:
Public Sector

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

68000.00 - 72000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

The town of Bernardston is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and highly motivated Town Administrator (TA) to serve as the community’s chief administrative officer and senior professional staff member. Reporting to the Selectboard, the TA provides leadership, coordination, and oversight across all town departments and committees, ensuring efficient, transparent, and effective delivery of municipal services. The role requires strong judgment, initiative, and the ability to manage complex operations in a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Serve as the community’s chief administrative officer and senior professional staff member
  • provide leadership, coordination, and oversight across all town departments and committees
  • ensure efficient, transparent, and effective delivery of municipal services
  • oversee daily administration of town functions, personnel management, procurement, budget development, and policy implementation
  • prepare Selectboard agendas and supporting materials
  • attend all Selectboard meetings
  • advise on municipal needs and long‑term goals
  • coordinate contracted services
  • serve as the Town’s primary liaison with legal counsel, regional partners, and state and federal agencies
  • prepare Town Meeting materials and draft warrant articles
  • ensure compliance with all applicable laws
  • manage personnel policies, onboarding and exit processes, job descriptions, performance evaluation systems, and personnel records
  • oversee the Town’s website
  • support Town Hall technology needs
  • coordinate timely response to service issues
  • communicate effectively with the public, staff, elected officials, and outside organizations
  • handle confidential information with discretion
  • navigate sensitive or complex situations with professionalism

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field
  • at least five years of municipal or administrative leadership experience
  • demonstrated expertise in human resources, procurement, budgeting, conflict resolution, and project management
What we offer:

Full municipal benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 26, 2025

Expiration:
January 16, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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