Town Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the chief administrative officer, supervising day-to-day operations across all town departments.
• Prepare, implement, and oversee the town’s annual $17M+ budget in close cooperation with the Select Board and the Budget and Finance Committee.
• Provide executive leadership for major ongoing local projects, including:
• The landmark whitewater River Park project and Boardwalk.
• The construction of a second bridge over the Kennebec River.
• A massive ballfield expansion project.
• Navigating the financial and logistical impacts of the New Balance factory expansion and downtown historic mill rehabilitations.

Qualifications

• Maintain highly transparent, communicative, and positive relations with the Select Board, town staff, business owners, and the public to restore long-term structural stability.
• Build trust within the community and organization.

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Management, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
• Other candidates with equivalent experience will also be considered.
• A proven track record of 2 to 10 years of successful municipal experience as a Town Manager, City Manager, or Department Head.

Skills

• Strong expertise in municipal finance, labor relations, grant writing, and economic development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style are required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Highly competitive and negotiable based on experience and qualifications, salary range of $100,000 to 135,000.
• Benefits: Comprehensive municipal package including health insurance, retirement contribution matching, generous paid time off, and professional development support.