ASSISTANT TOWN MANAGER

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : FULL PAY RANGE : $120,000 - $160,000 PER YEAR

POSITION TITLE : ASSISTANT TOWN MANAGER

TOWN MANAGERS OFFICE

NON-UNION GRADE 15

FULL-TIME (40 HOURS PER WEEK)

FULL PAY RANGE : $120,000 - $160,000 PER YEAR

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The Assistant Town Manager serves as a member of the senior management team and assists the Town Manager with a broad range of administrative and operational functions. The successful candidate will help advance organizational goals, support the delivery of high-quality municipal services, and promote innovation, transparency, and accountability throughout Town government.

The Assistant Town Manager may be assigned responsibility for oversight and coordination of selected municipal departments, as determined by the Town Manager. This position also assists with policy development, budget preparation, special projects, grant acquisition and management, procurement, and intergovernmental relations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist the Town Manager in planning, directing, and coordinating municipal operations.
• Provide administrative and strategic leadership to assigned departments, and direct supervisory responsibility overall office staff in the Town Managers office.
• Support the development and administration of the Towns annual operating and capital budgets.
• Participate in labor relations, collective bargaining, and personnel management activities.
• Manage special projects, grants, and strategic initiatives assigned by the Town Manager.
• Responsible for effective communication and collaboration amongst the public, departments, boards and committees.
• Represent the Town Manager at meetings, presentations, and community engagement efforts as necessary.
• Assist in the formulation and / or implementation of policies, management programs, procurement, and in the day-to-day management of the Town.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $120,000-$160,000. The expected hiring salary will be lower than the maximum of the salary range and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Town of Bridgewater offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid leave.

Diversity & Inclusion is a key component of our success as an organization. The Town of Bridgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified individualsregardless of background, experience, or strengthsto apply.