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Town Administrator

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Massachusetts Municipal Association

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Location:
United States , Oak Bluffs

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Salary:

200000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

The town of Oak Bluffs (permanent population: 5,621, seasonal 30,000+; an active and engaged community), located on Martha’s Vineyard, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Town Administrator to serve as its Chief Administrative Officer.

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

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

Nice to have:

  • Seasoned, fiscally responsible leader
  • Collaborative team builder capable of leading a community with an active, engaged, deliberate citizenry
What we offer:

Health and retirement plans

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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